Rotterdam in development

101 R O T T E R D A M I N O N T W I K K E L I N G | 2 0 1 8 carrying out the renovation and extension. The extension will add 3,000 m 2 of lettable floor space to the building, and the tower is also being comprehensively renovated. The building benefits from a dynamic, central location. Sustainability is one of the core values of the tower’s tenant, which means that renovation rather than new-build is completely in line with their own sustainability ambitions. Van Niekerken: “The pioneering vision for the further development of this building really appeals to us as a team. We’re proud that we are contributing to this innovative project.” RENOVATED AND IMPROVED EASTPOINT Last but not least, Eastpoint. Together with the owner, Bryant Park Netherlands Acquisition I B.V., a plan has been developed for this renovation. The 5,500 m2 building, situated next to the Alexander railway station, is expected to be redeveloped in the spring of 2018 to become an exclusively sustainable office building. According to Van Niekerken, Eastpoint will offer sustainably renovated workspaces and a meeting space will be created on the ground floor to stimulate interaction. “We are re-using certain components, such as the installations and parts of the façade. The construction waste will be processed in an environmentally-friendly way to reduce CO2 emissions. Adjusting the façades and extending the window frames will increase de amount of light in the building, which will create comfortable and attractive workspaces. Thanks to the renovation, the current energy label (D) is being upgraded to an A.” UNLIMITED VISION AND MENTALITY Van Niekerken has a vision for the future opportunities: “The current development, which involves renovating existing real estate to maintain Rotterdam’s historic architecture, is good for the city. Rotterdam’s entrepreneurs and the Municipality of Rotterdam are unlimited in their vision and mentality; this is an opportunity to build a sustainable Rotterdam.” Marc van Niekerken Director Building & Project Consultancy Savills Nederland