Goossenmaatspark, Almelo 2005 Goossenmaatspark, Almelo The city of Almelo requested Irene Fortuyn to re-design the Goossenmaatspark, a 3 hectare park situated in the city center. (original design 1920). In collaboration with Arjan Karssen, industrial designer, Fortuyn O'Brien made a plan to intensify the leisure mentality in the park. The re-discovered lake is fulfilling an important role in the new design. The seventh of June, the plan has been presented to the neighbourhood during a day of social activities at the Goossenmaatspark.