In Amsterdam’s Amstelkwartier, Bella Vistastraat combines modern residential construction with surviving structures from the former Zuidergasfabriek gasworks. The street borders the green Bella Vistapark, which includes mature trees and a prominent historic water tower.
The newly constructed blocks feature varied brickwork, varying heights, recessed facades, balconies, and detailed entranceways framed in wood and glass. Small front gardens and hedges soften the transition between the ground-floor residences and the street.
Preserving the gasworks history
Surviving industrial monuments give the development a connection to its past rather than feeling entirely newly built. Alongside the water tower, the former director’s building, the supervisor’s residence, and several other heritage structures remain integrated into the layout.
Heritage organisation Stadsherstel is restoring several key elements, including the water tower, the gatehouse, and the assistant engineer’s residence. Other historic buildings on the site are being repurposed through private initiatives.
Fast food nuisance
Despite the parkland views and design, local residents face occasional disturbances from a nearby drive-through restaurant on Spaklerweg. Drivers often park in Bella Vistastraat to eat their meals in their vehicles in the evening.
Residents report idling engines, loud music, hands-free phone conversations, and discarded takeaway rubbish left in the street despite the presence of public bins.
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