Bosch Slabbers has designed and revitalised the Lebuinus Square in Deventer, Netherlands.

Grandeur and conviviality go hand in hand in this revitalisation project.

Through an intensive participation process and in response to the natural relief, the monumental Lebuinus Church has been given a soft plinth, a pedestal with a cosy atmosphere that matches its warm hue.

Groups of trees with terraces, a water element with spouts and loose chairs provide this conviviality.

"In between [lies] a beautiful void with subtle details that does justice to the grandeur of the majestic church and surrounding historic buildings," said Bosch Slabbers.

This project has been longlisted in the landscape and urban design category of Dezeen Awards 2024.

Studio: Bosch Slabbers
Project: Lebuinus Square Deventer
Credits: STIPO, StudioDL, Rots Maatwerk, Herman Evers & Bram de Borst, StadLandWater, Industrielicht, Bart Ros, Jeroen Musch and the Municipality and People of Deventer