NEXT architects has made a careful study of historic Arcen and its surroundings, including the Schanstoren, the Hertog-Jan brewery and Arcen castle, on behalf of the Dike Zone Alliance. The line also runs through the back gardens of the people living in the historic center. Rather than follow a perfectly straight path through the landscape, it should be both tangible and experiential. NEXT analyzed and shaped the elements that enable this flood barrier to adapt to the gardens, the castle, the Schanstoren and the area around the brewery.