How do you turn a station area into a place where you not only arrive, but also want to stay? In this session, we show how Stationsgebied Poort van Hoorn is developing into a lively and surprising destination: an urban neighbourhood to live, work, learn and enjoy.
We are not building an area that only starts to flourish after delivery. From day one, we bring energy, initiative and programming — with room for placemakers and temporary uses that set the tone and create lasting impact.
In addition, we will talk about the leap over the tracks: what was once a boundary becomes a new focal point where the city centre and the surrounding area grow towards each other. This strengthens Hoorn as the beating heart of West Frisia, with wellbeing as the foundation.
Speakers:
- Robbert Rogge (developer Ballast Nedam Development)
- Pascal Voorn (developer Blauwhoed)
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PROVADA winner Michel Baars: 'MOOS will become the ASML of housing construction'
Not a man of one company, but a man of movements. His strength? Not shouting from the sidelines, but starting new companies himself that set the market in motion and challenge existing systems. That's how the jury of the PROVADA Inspiration Award 2026 describes winner Michel Baars. 'Michel gives direction to our entire construction and real estate sector.'
PROVADA 2026: It's a wrap!
For three days, the real estate sector stood shoulder to shoulder at RAI Amsterdam. With a record number of visitors, a packed programme and plenty of energy, PROVADA 2026 was an edition to remember. Below, we look back at the highlights — and at the end you'll find the photos and aftermovie to relive it all.
PROVADA Inspiration Award 2026 for Michel Baars
At PROVADA 2026, the PROVADA Inspiration Award 2026 was presented to Michel Baars. The award is presented annually to an individual who realises sustainable change within the built environment through vision, courage and decisiveness. This year's presentation marks the award's fifth edition.