Viewing Tower Hoge Bergse Bos / Ateliereen Architecten

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Text description provided by the architects. At the top of 'hill B' at the Hoge Bergse Bos in Bergschenhoek a 22-meter high viewing tower is built. It is the centrepiece that completes the renovation of the recreational hill. We have designed the tower as a three-dimensional maze in which visitors have views from various altitudes and in various directions.

Viewing Tower Hoge Bergse Bos / Ateliereen Architecten - Beam
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There are two possible routes to the top. These relate to the two main approach routes to the top of the mountain. The tower is composed of equal staircase segments connected by small and large platforms. In this concept the desire to have viewing platforms at various heights could be realized easily.

Viewing Tower Hoge Bergse Bos / Ateliereen Architecten - Windows, Stairs, Facade
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Viewing Tower Hoge Bergse Bos / Ateliereen Architecten - Stairs, Facade
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The main structure is a framework of white, steel columns and stringers. It stands like a sculpture at the hill top. The railings are made of wood which give a nice contrast to the structure and soften the appearance.

Viewing Tower Hoge Bergse Bos / Ateliereen Architecten - Wood, Stairs, Handrail, Beam, Deck
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Address:Stekelzwampad, 2661 Bergschenhoek, The Netherlands

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Cite: "Viewing Tower Hoge Bergse Bos / Ateliereen Architecten" 19 Jul 2017. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/876057/viewing-tower-hoge-bergse-bos-ateliereen-architecten> ISSN 0719-8884

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