The site Aarlen Trier is upgraded to a more current urban development translation in which ambitions of developer and city intertwine to form a historic opportunity and reinforcing status of “renewed connectivity”.

The building, which consists of 5 underground and 12 upper floors, will be completely demolished down to the primary support structure. The underground parking will also be refurbished.

The project is designed with respect for the individuality of the existing building; through maximum preservation we let it play a recognizable role. The transformation of the pedestal provides a qualitative continuity whereby the border between public and private space is strongly intervened for an inviting character.

A cleaning and treatment of the concrete allows the original tones and aggregates to speak for themselves again. Together with a well thought out and refined joinery detailing, a homage to the modernist principles is created.

The client is aiming to obtain a “BREEAM OUTSTANDING” rating and WELL platinum.

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BREEAM in use

This project obtained a BREEAM Oustanding score; the highest certification achievable within BREEAM. Such projects need to comply with a minimum score of 85% on topics such as water, energy, mobility,...

Layout

The concrete was extensively refurbished. This revived the original shades and granules. The elaborate joinery completes the tribute to modernism for which this building stands.

WELL Platinum

To achieve Platinum, a score of at least 80 points is required. This highest attainable certification within the WELL Building Standard shows that a proven healthy working environment can also be achieved in an existing office.

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