Villa 22
Private House for Dreessen Willemse Architecten
In Villa 22, water serves as the connecting element. Not only did water play a unifying role in the construction process when pouring concrete, it also has a defining function in which the villa is experienced and perceived. This is a villa in which a sleek geometric interplay of lines (with a leading role for concrete, glass, and wood) forms a symbiosis with the rippling water in the swimming pool. This alliance between the hard, unyielding nature of the concrete, the warm appearance of the applied elm wood, and the rippling water gives Villa 22 a welcoming and homely feel.
Download Press Kit № 122650
Download Press Kit № 122650 Private House for Dreessen Willemse Architecten by Dreessen Willemse Architecten to access high-res images, essential texts, translations, and exclusive interviews—all in one.
Available Now for Your Next Story
At design|newsroom, we understand the pressures and deadlines journalists face. That’s why we offer exclusive access to our curated press kits and high-resolution images, tailored for accredited journalists. These resources are designed to enrich your stories with depth and visual appeal, spotlighting the world's most innovative designs.
Please Note:
- Credit the work's creator and/or photographer.
- Mention design|newsroom as your source.
- Share your published pieces with us; we love to celebrate and promote your work on our platform and social media.
Let’s Collaborate: Your stories matter. design|newsroom is here to support you with quality, accessible content. Once you are accredited, reach out for the images and content you need. We will provide the specific images and content directly, along with recommendations on works to feature.
Get Accredited Easily: Quick access to our resources requires media accreditation. Apply for media accreditation to join our network and start exploring a wealth of design stories.
Villa 22 by Dreessen Willemse Architecten
Download 1800 Pixels JPEG Image.
Private House by Dreessen Willemse Architecten
Download 1800 Pixels JPEG Image.
Dreessen Willemse Architecten Villa 22
Download 1800 Pixels JPEG Image.
Dreessen Willemse Architecten Private House
Download 1800 Pixels JPEG Image.
Dreessen Willemse ArchitectenBrand Logo
Download 1800 Pixels JPEG Image.
Villa 22 Private House Media Articles
Access our collection of Villa 22 articles, ready for use and offered in languages: Korean, Indonesian, Japanese, Russian, Hindi, Turkish, Arabic (Standard), English, Italian, Dutch, Chinese (Mandarin), German, French, Portuguese and Spanish.
Unique Properties
The name Villa 22 is inspired by the specific location of the building, which lies on a slope of 22 degrees. By pure coincidence, the house number also happened to be 22. From the outside, the elegant villa looks like an integral part of the hill in which it was designed. Anyone entering the villa will notice that the outdoors is never far away. The surrounding nature is projected inside through the windows, you find yourself indoors yet surrounded by a sense of nature.
Tags
concrete, house, swimmingpool, architecture, water, glass, wood, villa, netherlands, design
Production Technology
During the construction work of the villa, the concrete was cast in place and all pipes and installations are installed in these concrete slabs. The potential of concrete as a construction material and as the proud main bearer of the architectural identity of the building has been pushed to extremes. The protruding balconies are illustrative of the tension that can be achieved with concrete.
Design Challenge
The most challenging was to combine all the elements of the design with the technical limitations of the in place cast concrete. The result is a seamless integration of all the elements connecting with the concrete as well as optimizing the load bearing function of the concrete.
Project Duration
The villa lies nestled in a hill in the rural landscape of the green, leafy foreland of the Meuse river in the south of the Netherlands. Design and construction has taken place between 2017 and 2019
Operation Flow
The routing has a logical structure. The transition from one room to another is also accompanied by visual moments that do not demand attention but are there for those who notice. The stairs naturally connect the floors, but from a distance they are also objects with visual expressiveness.
Inspiration
In Villa 22, water serves as the connecting element. Not only did water play a unifying role in the construction process when pouring concrete, it also has a defining function in which the villa is experienced and perceived. This is a villa in which a geometric interplay of lines forms a symbiosis with the water in the swimming pool. This alliance between the hard, unyielding nature of the concrete, the warm appearance of the applied elm wood, and the rippling water is the essence of Villa 22.
Image Credits
Image #1: Photographer Hugo Thomassen. Image #2: Photographer Hugo Thomassen. Image #3: Photographer Hugo Thomassen. Image #4: Photographer Hugo Thomassen. Image #5: Photographer Hugo Thomassen.
Project Overview
Villa 22 Private House has been a Platinum winner in the Architecture, Building and Structure Design award category in the year 2020 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Platinum A' Design Award is recognized for honoring designs that stand at the forefront of creativity and innovation. It is the highest accolade bestowed by the A' Design Awards, acknowledging works that blend remarkable innovation with impactful societal contributions. These designs not only showcase exceptional artistic and technical proficiency but also highlight their creators' commitment to advancing the boundaries of art, science, design, and technology. Recipients of this award are celebrated for their role in shaping the aesthetics and trends of our time, contributing significantly to the enhancement of quality of life and promoting sustainable development.
Platinum Recognition
Dreessen Willemse Architecten was recognized with the coveted Platinum A' Design Award in 2021, a testament to excellence of their work Villa 22 Private House.
Dreessen Willemse Architecten Newsroom
Access Dreessen Willemse Architecten Newsroom for exclusive insights into distinguished design and laureled projects.
