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Why change the pier of Holwerd?
Why change the pier of Holwerd?
To reduce dredging costs...
To provide a reliable transit to Ameland...
But also a chance to provide socio-economic opportunities!
Our solution
Our solution
Pillar 1: functionality
Pillar 1: functionality
First off the solution calls for the placement and form of the pier. In this pillar the discussion will focus on the socio-economic and environmental influences that this placement and form will have on the region, and why this outcome was chosen as a suitable solution for the new pier vision.
Pier of Scheveningen
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The chosen solution for the new vision of the pier of Holwerd is to, first of all, keep the pier in Holwerd. This not only creates socio-economic opportunities for the region but also reduces pollution by construction as no new pier has to be built. Secondly, an extension of the pier on pillars is proposed, comparable to the pier in Scheveningen. By putting the pier on pillars the pier provides minimal impact on the environment while still reducing costs in dredging and providing reliable transit.
Pillar 2: multifunctionality
Pillar 2: multifunctionality
Secondly the solution provides features that increase the appeal of the pier to people not only their for transit, but also the pier itself. This creates recreational and economic opportunities, bringing attention to both the importance of the Wadden area and what the region of Holwerd has to offer.
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Wooden footpaths and bird watching towers
Wooden footpaths and bird watching towers
Calling all bird-watchers and nature enthusiasts, stroll and pause to admire the surroundings .
vISITORS CENTRE
vISITORS CENTRE
Redesigning the old parking space to create a beautiful visitors centre.
Museum
Museum
The opportunity to learn why the salt marshes are so important and what else is great about the Wadden Sea.
Sustainable restaurant
Sustainable restaurant
When hungry, this is the place to have a bite.
Vertical garden
Vertical garden
Creating a sense of nature, even on concrete walls.
Excursions
Excursions
Enjoy a walk through the area and learn about the nature around the pier from experts.
playground
playground
An opportunity for kids to have simple, outdoor fun.
sun train
sun train
In order to get from the new parking spaces to the ferry in a sustainable fashion sun trains will be available.
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Vegetated dike
Vegetated dike
Instead of the concrete blocks on the side of the pier, it will look green from the salt marsh plants.
Pole hulas
Pole hulas
The pillars of the pier become a habitat for blue mussels and seaweed.
Vegetated swales
Vegetated swales
It makes the pier more green, but also works as a drain in case of flooding.
Light under the pier
Light under the pier
To encourage fish passage under the pier, the shade of the pier should be minimized.
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