Daalwijk, Residential structure in Bijlmermeer, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Daalwijk is a residential complex in Bijlmermeer with an unusual honeycomb shape formed by two connected sections, a smaller northern portion and a larger southern area. The building integrates 115 renovated apartments and 70 student flats with ground-floor commercial spaces and elevator access to all levels.
The building was designed by architect Siegfried Nassuth in 1973 during Amsterdam's major postwar urban expansion. It represents an important phase of social housing development when cities were seeking new solutions for modern living.
The structure houses residents of different ages and backgrounds in a single complex, creating daily interaction between families, students, and working professionals. Schools and childcare facilities within the building reinforce these social connections through shared spaces.
Visitors can walk through the complex during daytime hours and explore the different residential areas, with central pathways offering the best orientation. Most entrance areas are easy to locate, and there is plenty of room to walk between the two building sections.
The facade features layered glass panels decorated with printed oval patterns that echo the original design concept of the building. These patterns are complemented by LED-lit concrete ornaments that glow softly at night.
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