From student
Challenge
To magnify the intimacy of the De Vries van Heijstplantsoen site. The site as an artificial natural environment succeeds due to the variety of uses and stimuli it provides. A survey conducted on students revealed their desire for a nature and open space in a park. Therefore, we feel it is appropriate to delicately intervene and respect the balance of these two conditions.
Specialization
Intimacy, as we define, is influenced by a western understanding of the term, dealing with the close relationship of one entity to another. From here we can begin to discuss the broad topic of intimacy in a focused way. Through the works of Bachelard, Schultz and Alexander, we have developed a certain knowledge about how the idea of intimacy is deeply rooted to our relationship with the natural environment.