Drone photo of Nieuwland, a residential complex in Ghent.
Drone photo of Nieuwland, a residential complex in Ghent. © Aaron Verleysen

Client
Nieuw-Construct bvba

Location
Ghent

Architect
Arch & Teco

Engineering consultancy
Dexco nv

Construction period
10/2020 - 01/2023

Project size
11,549 m² / 37,760 m³

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Nieuwland

Nieuwland Ghent comprises 64 NZEB homes with an E-level below 30, an urban garden, connection to the district heating network, photovoltaic panels and rainwater harvesting.

For the hybrid residential development Nieuwland Ghent, STRABAG Belgium was responsible for the demolition of the existing buildings and the turnkey construction of a residential complex comprising three apartment buildings and 14 single-family homes. The development comprises a total of 64 homes and an underground car park.

The turnkey contract included the structural works, finishing works, building services and landscaping. The building services, kitchens and landscaping were carried out by separate contractors under the coordination of STRABAG Belgium.

All 64 homes meet the NZEB standard and have an E-level below 30. The development is connected to the Luminus district heating network for heating and hot water. Photovoltaic panels, insulation and high-efficiency glazing were also incorporated. The development features a C+ ventilation system and rainwater storage tanks, allowing harvested rainwater to be used for toilets and washing machines.

A spacious urban garden lies at the heart of the development. This outdoor area provides a communal green space for residents and forms part of the redevelopment of the site in Ghent’s Nieuwland neighbourhood.