Progress on Rotterdam’s Kop van Zuid development is being followed with great interest both at home and abroad. A sequel to the successful first volume on the subject, this second publication turns to the design of the public space. Riek Bakker, Joan Busquets, Frank de Josselin de Jong and Paul Achterberg are among those whose essays focus finely on its various aspects: the historical development of the former harbour basins, the choice of materials, the ambiances, stand-out structures, street plans and street furniture.

Progress on Rotterdam’s Kop van Zuid development is being followed with great interest both at home and abroad. A sequel to the successful first volume on the subject, this second publication turns to the design of the public space. Riek Bakker, Joan Busquets, Frank de Josselin de Jong and Paul Achterberg are among those whose essays focus finely on its various aspects: the historical development of the former harbour basins, the choice of materials, the ambiances, stand-out structures, street plans and street furniture. The generously illustrated book ends with a survey of all the projects realized to date and a picture of the latest developments.