Pien Niehe
Europe Press Office,Amsterdam
On 9 October the new theatre 'De Stoep' in Spijkenisse opens the doors officially.
The design, which came about in close collaboration between architect UNStudio and Arup, fits seamlessly in the urban surroundings. The internal organisation and the circuit of functions has been designed around the flow of visitors. A strong connection is made between inside and outside.
Arup helped to facilitate the organisation layout and complex geometry by the use of Building Information Modelling (BIM), enabling an integrated structural, lighting and building services design. The result is a remarkable building with an inviting and open character.
The new building in the city centre offers a large auditorium with 650 seats and a small multi-functional space with up to 200 seats.