Prosman de Wit Architecten designed the lodges for Landal Olde Kottink to blend seamlessly into the landscape. Nature was the guiding inspiration: greenery extends deep into each lodge, and every space offers views of the surroundings, left, right, and ahead. Careful positioning of the lodges ensures both tranquility and privacy.
The site layout draws from the characteristic coulisse landscape of Twente. This concept is translated into two “forest rooms” in which the lodges are placed. The buildings follow the meandering forest edge and respond to the natural contours of the terrain.
On the forest side, the lodges feel more enclosed, offering both outlook and shelter, while the entrance side faces the inner area with a more open, communal character. Their staggered positioning creates variety in perspective while maintaining privacy. The plots are spacious and richly planted, with hedges and lush greenery instead of neatly kept lawns, reinforcing the local Twente character.
The lodges are designed as long, clear volumes with a calm appearance and natural materials. Timber and earthy tones ensure a harmonious integration with the landscape. Large glass façades draw daylight deep inside and provide unbroken views of the surrounding greenery. The glazed forest-side elevation acts as a frame for a living painting, the view of the forest edge. Two lodge types, each in three color variants, bring subtle variety to the ensemble. The buildings clearly form one family, yet each retains its own identity.
Inside, light, sightlines, and spaciousness define the atmosphere. The entrance and hallway offer views of the landscape on both sides. The living room with open kitchen rises to a height of about 4.7 meters and opens through large glass doors onto the terrace. The lodges accommodate two to six guests, with two bedrooms and bathrooms on the ground floor and an additional loft space above. One of the bedrooms can flexibly serve as a garden room with direct access to a second terrace, strengthening the connection to the outdoors.
Prosman de Wit also designed the central facilities, including the wellness area with panoramic views and the welcoming reception building. Their architecture references traditional Twente barns, interpreted in a sober and robust manner without ornamentation.
Landal Olde Kottink is a place where architecture and nature exist in perfect balance. The buildings sit modestly in their setting, reflecting calm and making the Twente landscape an integral part of the experience.
