Citadel, Naaldwijk, The Netherlands

A white sand beach, a green-blue, shimmering sea, and a unique underwater environment enthrall any snorkeling fan. Is there anything better than this for a holiday? Because the magnificent holiday villa you are staying in is floating on the water, all you have to do to explore is jump right into the Indian Ocean from your jetty. This fantasy is becoming a reality in a Maldivian lagoon.

The first floating apartment complex, called The Citadel, is the first project in the ‘New Water’ area. Designed by Waterstudio’s Koen Olthuis, it is a ground-breaking project that demonstrates a great degree of ambition. The structure houses 60 premium apartments with ample parking and spacious terraces, while The Citadel’s fluid curved architecture exemplifies the limitless possibilities of water construction.