Rotterdam in development

35 R O T T E R D A M I N D E V E L O P M E N T | 2 0 1 8 They are looking for the nightlife and want the qualities of the inner city, and those facilities are all available at this site. Student accommodation is now almost unaffordable for them. Bright is largely made up of furnished rooms with luxurious furniture – it’s almost a hotel, which means that this project really hits the spot. It will add vibrancy and quality to the city.” Bright was designed by the Tangram firm of architects. Stebru developed the project with BOAG Advice and Management and sold it to Greystar, which has significant international experience in offering furnished apartments. UNITY Along the Maashaven, in Katendrecht, Stebru has begun the first activities that should lead to the Groene Kaap (‘Green Cape’). This is also based on a special concept, which was developed with serious consideration for the target group they want to attract. Robert Steenbrugge: “In Rotterdam, the trick is to bind middle- and higher-earning groups with families to the city. Katendrecht is known for its sense of unity – different demographics living together in harmony – and that is the theme of the Groene Kaap. It’s a combination of ground-level homes and some taller apartment buildings. It’s really difficult to make ground-level homes achievable in the city, but with this combination we’ve managed to do it. The complex is characterised by a great diversity of homes.” The structure, designed by Massa Architects, is mainly characterised by the roof gardens that connect all the homes. A path runs through the gardens, enabling pedestrians to move through the complex. The plan consists of 450 homes, of which 360 will be available to rent. There is an exceptional amount of interest in the Groene Kaap: already, more than 2,500 people have expressed an interest in the 90 homes available for sale. In partnership with HD Group, Stebru is working on the Wijnhaveneiland to construct the 107-metre-tall residential tower up:town. This tower, designed by Jeroen Hoorn, is located on the Jufferstraat and houses 187 apartments. The initial intention was to sell these apartments, but since then the decision has been made to make 150 homes available to tenants in the mid-range segment, who will pay rents of between € 900 and € 1,100. “Barely three years ago, with this project, we had real trouble convincing investors that the Rotterdam market was going to grow significantly,” Robert Steenbrugge remarks with a smile. “Now we’re proud to have had the chance to build this project.” De Groene Kaap BRIGHT