What if the Netherlands is flooded in 2100? In this context, a majority of people and critical aspects that are essential for the operation of a nation, such as education, governance, and business will require substantial replacement. Considering the scenario, Maastricht becomes a suitable alternative to house these functions because of its elevated natural terrain.
Maastricht as the new capital would include the development of new business centres, education hubs and cultural facilities all interconnected by a network of green corridors and public transportation. Through the expansion of the city, the existing centre transforms into the cultural epicenter along the seasonally expanding and contracting Maas river.
The entire city is connected to the Maas and its tributaries through a Blue-Green network aimed at water detention. Maastricht becomes a central node in a highspeed network spanning North-Western Europe.
