We are currently building this beautiful, modern villa in rural Texel. The house is situated on a spacious plot in the middle of the countryside on the east/south side of the island.

The location of the plot presents a number of challenges. On the one hand, it offers beautiful views and is nicely oriented towards the sun. On the other hand, the line of sight to the south is also a vulnerable spot in terms of privacy. The view from the public road to the private areas must be blocked while maintaining the view. In addition, due to its location in the open field, a solution must be found for the windy climate on Texel.

By shifting the two main volumes of the main building, wind-sheltered patio-like spaces are created that focus on the most important sightlines. The circulation areas and the connection to the annex are positioned at right angles to the main volumes.

By raising the surrounding ground level and using planters placed in the landscape as windbreaks, privacy is created while maintaining the view. Sunken areas in the ground level provide intimate seating areas sheltered from the wind and completely out of sight.

The structure of the house consists of long sightlines analogous to the horizon and the views of Texel. In the architecture of the house, these are emphasized by long lines in the facade and the ground level layout. The roof is placed on these horizontal lines like a dune landscape.

The materialization is rough and natural at and below ground level, using split natural stone. The living area with its strong roofline is plastered in bright white. The roof is designed in reed, analogous to the dune landscape. The combination of materials contributes to the desired rural modern character of the villa.

At the rear, you can see how the ground level slopes down to provide access and daylight to the basement. The central staircase is clearly visible. The layout is also characterized by transparency and clarity.