Gorlaeus Bicycle Storage

A part of the steel construction of the former Gorlaeus high-rise forms the basis of a new green bike park which is part of the redevelopment of the Faculty of Science.

A new bicycle storage in the remnants of former Gorlaeus high-rise lab

The lower stories of the old Gorlaeus high-rise were saved from demolition. They are turned into a new, green bicycle storage to accommodate more than 3.000 bikes. The bike storage is located on the ground floor. On the first floor, a pleasant rooftop garden has been created. Part of the old steel construction has turned into a plant-clad pergola. 

Input ecology students

In the design of the gardens, the student club IBL has been involved. Many of the students had a background in biology or ecology, contributing significantly to the content. It was decided to align with the ecosystems in the surrounding area to strengthen the ecological main structure. The students will also be responsible for maintaining the garden.