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First pile driven for unique substation

First pile driven for a unique substation

At the construction site of the Liander electrical substation in Katwijk, the first pile was driven into the ground on Tuesday, February 4. This pile marks the start of the construction of a unique transformer building. What makes this building so special? The facade is designed to incorporate the archaeological finds that were discovered on the site in 2024.

Due to the area's rich history, archaeological research was conducted before the work began. Fascinating discoveries from the Roman era were made, including shards of Roman pottery and a cloak pin (fibula) from the first century AD. Additionally, a Roman-era human burial and a cremation grave with an urn, likely dating back to the early Middle Ages, were uncovered. These findings suggest that the location was used as a burial ground over an extended period.

Past and future come together in a unique Steni Vision Custom facade.

After the archaeological discoveries were made, the design was adjusted by Kokon. To create a lasting memory of this unique find on the Liander site, the archaeological artifacts will be featured on the Steni Vision Custom facade in the future.

The colors used symbolize the different soil layers of the earth. The architect wished to execute the work in 3D-cut and glued panels. However, this proved too complex and risky. The proposal was therefore to digitally process the 2D designs to achieve a 3D look.

In collaboration with our partner M2uur bv, we developed multiple designs and several samples, one of which has been finalized as the definitive facade design. Currently, 162 panels are being produced, forming a total of 27 facade sections, each measuring 200 x 600 cm.

The delivery of this unique building is scheduled for the end of 2025.

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First pile driven for a unique substation

Past and future come together in a unique Steni Vision Custom facade.

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