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Bicycle Parking Garage The Hague

Bicycle Parking Garage The Hague
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BICYCLE PARKING GARAGE THE HAGUE

Silo, Studio Marsman

ARCHITECTS
Silo, Studio Marsman

MANUFACTURERS
Bolidt, Agc Glass, Maxon Computer

CONSULTANTS
Arcadis, DVP

CLIENTS
Municipality of The Hague, Mobilis TBI

DESIGN TEAM
Rene Toneman, Jan-Roelof de Vries, Pim Marsman

PHOTOGRAPHS
MikeBink

AREA
8000 m²

YEAR
2020

LOCATION
Den Haag, The Netherlands

CATEGORY
Parking

One of the largest bicycle parking garages in the Netherlands has been built underneath the Koningin Julianaplein in The Hague, right in front of the Central Station.

Bicycle Parking Garage The Hague
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Bicycle Parking Garage The Hague
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Silo and Studio Marsman developed a powerful spatial concept that transforms parking your bike into a museum-like experience. The unconventional result enhances comfort and safety for the thousands of daily users.

The connection between bicycle and train is an essential link in the urban mobility network. However, underground parking spaces are often unpleasant due to low ceilings, and the lack of daylight and views of the surroundings.

Bicycle Parking Garage The Hague
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Bicycle Parking Garage The Hague
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With room for approximately 8,000 bicycles and rental bikes, the Municipality of The Hague offers a service-oriented and future-proof solution.

The extra high, bright white ceiling, smart directional markings, spacious aisles, and back-lit glass walls create an unexpectedly impressive experience and an exceptional level of quality.

Bicycle Parking Garage The Hague
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Bicycle Parking Garage The Hague
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The integrated application of light and spatial identity makes the facility appear more spacious. Moreover, the visual interventions supports the intuitive orientation, making it easier to find back your bike at the end of the day.

The past, present and future architecture of The Hague forms the basis for one continuous image on the entire light wall that encloses the parking facility.

Bicycle Parking Garage The Hague
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Bicycle Parking Garage The Hague
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Facade elements of iconic buildings are subtly woven together into an awe-inspiring urban landscape; a luminous metamorphosis inspired by the works of Dutch graphic artist M.C. Escher.

As you cycle past it, you experience the city’s skyline in one smooth movement. With more time, you can explore all individual referenced buildings.

Bicycle Parking Garage The Hague
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Bicycle Parking Garage The Hague
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The design quotes historic buildings such as the Ridderzaal, the Peace Palace, and the Kunstmuseum by Berlage; projects by esteemed architects such as Richard Meier, Bernard Tschumi, Hans Kollhoff, Cesar Pelli, KPF, Kraaijvanger, Rudy Uytenhaak, Benthem Crouwel Architects, MVSA, Zwarts & Jansma Architects, and OD205; and future projects by Powerhouse Company, JCAU and NOAHH.

The bicycle parking has been completed at the beginning of 2020. The definitive exits will be integrated into the above-ground buildings, designed by Powerhouse Company.

Bicycle Parking Garage The Hague
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Bicycle Parking Garage The Hague
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Together with the residential towers, commercial spaces, and the lively square, the underground bicycle parking will provide a welcoming entrance to the city.


Bicycle Parking Garage The Hague
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Bicycle Parking Garage The Hague
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