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Because of the threat of global warming, the Dutch government made plans for flood areas in the surrounding wetlands beside the Nederrijn river (Netherlands). Open plains turn into green willow tree fields and marshes. The horizon moved up from grass level to tree level. The Water Cathedral is not only a spot for meditation but also a watchtower where visitors can enjoy the grand view of the river area. The form is based on a mangrove. It reflects itself in the water and completes the movement of the elements.

The tower has winding stairs inside along which visitors reach the highest point of 40 meters altitude. From there they can take a look at the northern and southern area of the city.

The Water Cathedral has been developed in consistency with the alternative plan for a future wetland park in Arnhem. The idea of the Cathedral was initially proposed in December 2004. It was further developed in a 1.2 meters high model made of vikureen (model plastic) in 2005. The model has been exhibited at three, public places in Arnhem.

De vorm is afgeleid van een mangrove. Door schaduw en weerspiegeling in het water ontstaan steeds nieuwe vormen om naar te kijken. De toren heeft een inwendige trap. Al omwentelend wordt het hoogste punt bereikt op 40 meter hoogte. De Waterkathedraal is ontwikkeld in samenhang met het alternatief plan voor Stadsblokken, een toekomstig uiterwaardenpark in hartje Arnhem. Vanuit de toren wordt een blik geworpen op Arnhem.