Rotterdam on the rise

Master thesis (2017)

Authors

J. Mosch Architecture and the Built Environment

Contributors

J.E.P. Smits Structural Design & Mechanics - Architecture and the Built Environment (mentor)
M. Bilow Building Product Innovation - Architecture and the Built Environment (mentor)
I. Nase Real Estate Management - Architecture and the Built Environment (coach)
Faculty
Architecture and the Built Environment, Architecture and the Built Environment
Copyright: © 2017 Jik Mosch
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Published Date

06-07-2017

Language

English

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Faculty

Architecture and the Built Environment

Abstract

This research aims to find a solution for the mobility problem in the city of Rotterdam. By following the ambition and future plans of the municipality of Rotterdam a location is chosen. This location in the west of Rotterdam, between Delftshaven en Waalhaven offers various possibilities for a bridge crossing the Nieuwe Maas river. An analysis into various structural benefits of bridge design an outline for a new bridge is created. Using the strategic guidelines derived from the analysis of the location a future vision of the city of Rotterdam combined with the structural guidelines derived from the analysis in bridge design a new crossing was designed. The new bridge adds value to the direct environment by creating new public space for the residents of Rotterdam. Green quays are created at the banks of the Nieuwe Maas as well as an improved, branched public transport network. The bridge is designed as a vertical lift bridge, which allows cruise ships to pass under the bridge without effort so that they are able to dock at the Wilhelminapier in the center of Rotterdam.