A2 URBAN VILLA

 
The site lies between the Phoenix and the Oude Delft. Between these two streets, a long stretched urban strip is formed. This strip borders the historical centre and is perforated by a fine secondary structure of small alleys. The total site is filled up with dwellings, pressed together by the two adjacent streets. An incision in the mass follows an urban route and leads to the french garden.
The houses are 3,6 meter wide and vary in length. The spaces are divided in three zones; one 'wall' of serving areas on one side of the corridor and a sequence of living spaces and patios that bring light on the other side. The corridor is used as an extension zone for the living and serving spaces.
> December 2001, Prinsenhof, Delft (tutor Stefan Bendiks)