Anton Valk, chairman of the Eden Soestdijk foundation: “The world is facing pressure from increasingly larger and more complex problems when it comes to water, food, climate and energy. Eden Soestdijk wants to tackle these problems and contribute to a more sustainable society by stimulating and inspiring visitors to change their behaviour in a positive way.”
Francine Houben, creative director of Mecanoo architecten, one of the partners of Eden Soestdijk: “The Palace Soestdijk Estate is one of the most fairytale like surroundings of the Netherlands: the ideal canvas for Eden Soestdijk. The royal family has always cherished the relationship with the surrounding landscape. The plan for Eden Soestdijk responds to this in a beautiful manner.”
Marije Hulshof, member of the board of Royal HaskoningDHV and partner of Eden Soestdijk: “The best plans arise through the combination of diverse perspectives. That’s why we want to create Eden Soestdijk in dialogue with residents, local entrepreneurs and organisations of Baarn and Soest. This will deliver immense socio-economic benefit for the region.”