Rotterdam City Centre? Yes, Naturally! In the report “Rotterdam Centrum – Ja Natuurlijk”, we propose a substantial increase in space for plants and trees, structured through a blue-green network of streets, boulevards, squares, parks, and green roofs. The report also highlights a series of promising projects, including the radical greening of the Lijnbaan.

With this approval, Keilekwartier takes an important step toward becoming a future-proof, dynamic urban district. Central to the vision are space for experimentation, a strong mix of living, working, and creation, and a clear focus on landscape, social and economic resilience.

Explore the vision in detail here

‍ ‍The layout was praised for its distinctive sequence of streets and squares. Water plays a key role in the plan, with gutters channeling rainwater to the wadis and a fountain in the square providing cooling during the summer.

Curious to read more? Check out the full article in the Blauwe Kamer Yearbook 2025.

Tidal Park Keilehaven and Waterstad 2100 (Watercity 2100) have been selected for the 2025 WLA Awards shortlist for the category Built Large Public Space Landscape Design (Tidal Park Keilehaven) and Concept – Masterplan and Urban Design (Watercity 2100).

BURA and De Urbanisten have been selected by the Municipality of Rotterdam to develop a master plan and urban development plan for Schiehaven Noord! This area represents the final phase in the transformation of the Lloydkwartier in Rotterdam.