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Dutch World's Fair
Location: Central Plaza, Floriade Expo 2022, Almere, the Netherlands
Use Type: Multi-purpose tower—served as central hub for catering, retail, meeting rooms, and viewing restaurant during Expo; to be converted into residential apartments post-Expo
Developer: Amvest & Dura Vermeer (development consortium)

Building Profile: Flores Tower, Floriade Expo 2022, Almere, the Netherlands


Project Overview

Location: Central Plaza, Floriade Expo 2022, Almere, the Netherlands

Use Type: Multi-purpose tower—served as central hub for catering, retail, meeting rooms, and viewing restaurant during Expo; to be converted into residential apartments post-Expo

Developer: Amvest & Dura Vermeer (development consortium)

Architect (Façade Artwork): MVRDV, Arttenders, and Flemish artist Alex Verhaest

Building Architect: Klunder Architecten

Completion Year: Completed by early 2022; officially featured during the Expo (April–October 2022)

Builder / Contractor: Dura Vermeer


Building Specifications

Feature

Specification

Building Height

Approx. 43.5 meters (about 14 storeys)

Unit Number

After the Expo: 80 residential units (60 midsegment rentals; rest flexible usage)

Construction Type

Reinforced concrete structure with glazed, printed façade

Facade System

Printed glass panels (“Sympoiesis” artwork) reflecting 1,800 plant species

Primary Materials

Glass, concrete (façade printed), structural core materials

Glazing

Full-height glass façade with digital printed imagery

Balustrades

Glass railings (presumed standard for balconies/viewpoints during Expo)

Facade Treatment

Colorful botanical panorama; smaller images signify plants’ distance from tower; includes a legend/map at base

Fire Rating

Expected to meet Dutch building code for hospitality and residential use

Basement Parking

Not specified; ground floor used for retail, F&B, and services

Lift Access

Yes—elevators serving multiple floors including rooftop restaurant/viewing deck