ADFF Toronto 2026: Máximapark- from Greenhouses to a Living Landscape

In the heart of the Metropolitan Area next to city Utrecht lies a unique part of the Netherlands: Máximapark. Only 25 years ago it was still home to greenhouse growers; today it is a vibrant, green icon of modern landscape architecture and community spirit.

From its roots in greenhouse horticulture and the surprising archaeological discoveries dating back to Roman times, to the carefully designed landscape: Máximapark is designed by world famous landscape architect Adriaan Geuze, where rare flora and fauna have found their place—for example in the Vlinderhof, designed by well-known Piet Oudolf.

The park is a living mosaic of nature, history, and culture. Volunteers from diverse backgrounds work side by side to maintain and nurture this young yet meaningful place. Visitors come here to find peace, experience, and movement.

The film Máximapark is an ode to the power of collaboration, the importance of heritage, and the beauty of a landscape in which people and nature strengthen one another.

TSA MEMBERS: Members get discounted tickets to all regular showings at ADFF: Toronto! When tickets go on sale, there will be a discount code in the TSA Bulletin and on your Member Dashboard.

About the Architecture and Design Film Festival

The Architecture and Design Film Festival (ADFF)—North America’s largest film festival dedicated to architecture and design—is coming back to Toronto for another year of great films and insightful discussions! From November 4-7, catch one of their amazing lineup of 13 films, from all over the world. Looking for the full list of films showcased at this year’s ADFF: Toronto? See the complete programme on the festival’s website!

The TSA is proud to once again be partnering with ADFF: Toronto to bring a series of panel discussions and post-screening Q&As that complement this year’s film roster. These panels bring together architects, film-makers, and subject matter experts to further explore the themes of each film and bring them back to our local context here in Toronto.