Nominations Hague Public Space Prize (HOP) announced

In a densifying city, a well-functioning public space is essential to the quality of life. In recent months, when everyone was more dependent on their immediate living environment, the importance of public space in the city became even more apparent. Many Hague residents sought out parks and squares to relax or exercise.

The Hague is the first city in the Netherlands to have an award for the best redesigned public space. Platform STAD underlines with the Hague Public Space Prize (HOP) what the impact of good public space is.

The expert jury nominated 5 entries:

1. Neighborhood park the Horst, Design - BoschSlabbers i.c.w. local residents
2. Bezuidenhout-Oost, Design - Ingenieursbureau Den Haag
3. Wijkpark de Verademing, Design - Design team with local residents, users and Engineering Office The Hague
4. Buitenplaats Ockenburgh, Design - Garden designer Arina Keijzer
5. The Loper Old Center, Design - Engineering Office The Hague

On Sept. 3, the professional jury, along with public space alderman Hilbert Bredemeijer, will present the HOP. The HOP consists of a professional jury prize and a public prize. Designers, clients and residents submitted a total of 29 beautiful places. The professional jury has nominated 5 locations from all the entries. From these 5 nominations, the professional jury chooses a winner. In addition, the city may decide which of the nominated locations deserves the audience award.

Starting July 9, everyone can vote for the nominated locations!