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Parc4you in Wood: Sustainable Low Carbon Architecture with CLT: A groundbreaking project by MaatWorks and Urban Climate Architects in Amsterdam (NL)

Functions: 23 apartments and 2 commercial spaces

Client: Building 4 You

Gross floor area: 2,926 m2

FSI/GSI/OSR: 3.21 (FSI) /0.64 (GSI) /0.11 (OSR)

Paris Proof Indicator: 210 kg CO2eq, per m2 or GFA

Parc4you in Wood: A groundbreaking project by CustomWorks country Urban Climate Architects

We proudly present to Urban Climate Architects one of our most sustainable and innovative projects: Parc4you in Wood. This special project, resulting from the won tender for lot 05-13, embodies our vision of forward-looking architecture that focuses on sustainability and creativity.

A Collaboration That Inspires

Lidewij Lenders from CustomWorks has engaged Urban Climate Architects to jointly build a groundbreaking, future-proof building, consisting entirely of CLT (CrossLaminated Timber). With a strong focus on sustainability, we create a healthy, modern living environment that focuses on people and nature.

Building in Wood: Sustainable and Aesthetic

The use of wood as the main building material plays a key role in this project. In addition to reducing CO₂ emissions, wood offers a warm and natural appearance that perfectly reflects the innovative character of Center Island.

Design features:

  • Wooden support structure: The heart of the building consists entirely of wood, a sustainable and renewable material.
  • Recycled hardwood facades: These are combined with other circular and biobased materials for a robust but environmentally friendly appearance.
  • Biobased insulation: The insulation is made of natural materials, which ensures a healthy indoor climate and minimal environmental impact.

A Vision for the Future

Parc4you in Wood is more than an architectural masterpiece; it is a step towards a sustainable future. This project shows how innovative construction techniques and materials can contribute to a better living environment for people and the environment.

With this design, we show how architecture can not only meet today's requirements, but also have a positive impact on future generations.

Want to know more about this project and our other sustainable designs? Visit our website and find out how we're building a greener world.

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CLT construction in the Netherlands in Amsterdam | Parc4You wood construction project

Parc4You in Amsterdam shows how sustainable construction, biobased construction and CLT construction Netherlands come together in one powerful design. This is where a residential building is created where timber architecture can be felt in every room.

If timber construction architect we make future-proof living concrete: warm, healthy and ready for tomorrow.

CLT builds the Netherlands as a basis for low-carbon architecture

Building solid wood with impact

With building solid wood and CLT as a structural carrier, we are creating a building that stores CO₂ instead of emits. This makes Parc4You a strong example of low-carbon architecture.

  • light and efficient construction
  • rapid construction processes
  • healthy indoor climate

Learn more in our handbook:
https://www.ucarchitects.com/onderzoeken/handboek-voor-clt-details-en-mass-timber-design-30-referentiedetails-voor-opschaling-van-houtbouw

Biobased construction as a new quality of living

Natural material, tangible impact

Sustainable construction only really gains strength when we opt for biobased materials. In Parc4You comes biobased construction to life in every layer of the design.

The result is a warm, healthy living environment in which natural materials provide comfort and rest. This is where it occurs timber architecture Netherlands at its best.

Circular construction in the Netherlands as a foundation

Designing for reuse and flexibility

The building was designed according to the principles of circular construction in the Netherlands. Materials are reusable and structures remain demountable.

This creates a building that:

  • grows with changing functions
  • maintains value
  • becomes part of a circular economy

See more projects:
https://www.ucarchitects.com/projects

Timber construction as an answer to urban densification

Smart building within the city

In Amsterdam, space is scarce. Parc4You shows how urban densification and timber construction come together without sacrificing quality.

We build on what is already there and strengthen the city from within.

International movement in timber construction

The Netherlands as a leader

Organizations such as
https://builtbynature.org
accelerate the development of sustainable construction and timber construction.

Parc4You shows how CLT construction Netherlands plays a leading role in this.

Curious about what timber construction can do for your project?

We are happy to think along with you about a design in which biobased construction, circular construction and quality of life come together.

Circular construction and urban impact

Sustainable and circular construction in Amsterdam | Parc4You

Parc4You shows how sustainable construction, circular construction in the Netherlands and biobased construction come together in a future-proof residential building. This creates a place where material, nature and people are in balance.

If timber construction architect and circular design architect we are designing a building that is ready for the next generation.

Circular construction in the Netherlands as a design strategy

From commodity to value

Circularity is the starting point of the design. Materials are chosen for reusability and low impact.

This means:

  • less waste
  • maximum lifespan
  • conservation of raw materials

Discover our approach:
https://www.ucarchitects.com/expertise

CLT and biobased construction reinforce each other

A construction that contributes to the future

With CLT construction Netherlands and building solid wood we create a structure that is sustainable, flexible and future-proof.

This project is an example of:

  • sustainable architecture Netherlands
  • engineered timber buildings NL
  • forward-looking housing

Nature-inclusive and climate-adaptive design

Green as an integral part

Parc4You actively contributes to a healthy city. By nature-inclusive construction and climate-adaptive design creates a living environment in which greenery and architecture come together.

  • biodiversity in the city
  • water collection and cooling
  • a pleasant living environment

Urban densification with quality

More space without expansion

With smart design strategies, we achieve urban densification without extra use of space.

Timber construction makes it possible to build quickly and sustainably within existing urban structures.

From design to impact

Building a new standard

Parc4You is more than just a building. It is a step towards a new way of building in which sustainable construction and circularity are a matter of course.

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More projects and inspiration

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Immerse yourself in timber construction and CLT:
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Do you want to build a project that is ready for the future?

Together, we design an environment where biobased construction, circularity and quality of life come together.