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'KCAP Finalise the Helguvik-Bergvik Framework Plan, in Iceland' #KCAP is excited to announce the successful delivery of the Helguvík-Bergvík Framework Plan, developed in partnership with Kadeco—the Keflavík Airport Development Company. This framework plan is the first project from the larger K64 Keflavík Airport Area Strategic Masterplan, which aims to transform key sites around #Iceland’s main international airport into a model for #economic #development. Located 4.5 km northeast of #Keflavík #Airport, the Helguvík-Bergvík Framework Plan envisions a sustainable #eco-#industrial #park, focusing on circular economy practices, innovation and resource efficiency. Key elements include industry selection, land use planning, infrastructure development and waste management systems. The plan targets industries that benefit from the airport's proximity and promotes #sustainable #land #use and #investment. The 345-hectare area is organised into six #character #zones—Clean Energy, Innovation Park, Circular Economy, Clean Building, Port Logistics, and Food and Bio-economy—each designed to support diverse #industrial activities. A central aluminum smelter and #port further enhance the park's operational efficiency. The plan also includes public transportation, pedestrian networks and leisure areas to foster vibrancy and #connectivity. Kadeco leads the collaboration between the Icelandic state, Isavia, Reykjanesbær and Suðurnesjabær, ensuring that the plan sets a benchmark for #sustainable #industrial #development in Iceland. Under the leadership of KCAP, the Helguvík-Bergvík Framework Plan has been developed together with Buro Happold, EFLA Consulting Engineers and BCI Global, and will serve to guide the municipalities of Reykjanesbær and Suðurnesjabær in implementing the long-term vision, for Helguvík-Bergvík. Read more about the Helguvík-Bergvík Framework Plan: https://lnkd.in/eXU_FBYz

'Xavier Blaringhem and Glyer Mydyti Curate Exhibition at the ETH, in Zürich' KCAP partner Xavier Blaringhem and project leader Gyler Mydyti are members of the curatorial team for a new #exhbition opening today, 29 October 2024, in Zürich. Entitled 'Bridging Borders with Reuse', the exhibition explores the work of 21 students who took part in a seminar at the ETH Zürich earlier this year, taught by Blaringhem and Mydyti, alongside Rémi Jourdan and Anastasiya Ponomaryova. The students explored #housing in the western Ukrainian city of #Lviv, and the exhibiton will display drawings, artefacts, mock-ups and imagery created during their seminar. In addition, several #interviews with experts such as Barbara Buser, Kees Christiaanse and Philip Ursprung, among others, reflect on the students’ work, providing visitors with a theoretical framework for better understanding the approach of students. 'Bridging Borders with Reuse' Opening: 29 October 2024, 17:30 29 October 2024-8 November 2024 Mon-Fri: 08.00-20.00/Sat: 8:00-16:00 HIL at Hönggerberg, Foyer at Campus Info Organised by the Swiss Network with Ukraine, Professorship for Architecture and Regenerative Materials (Sudio Boltshauser) and CO-HATY. Read more about Swiss Network Ukraine: https://lnkd.in/eig_kG6n

'Xavier Blaringhem to Lecture on European High-Rises, in Zürich' On 22 October 2024, Xavier Blaringhem—a partner at #KCAP—will take part in a #symposium in Zürich, organised by the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts. The event is titled 'Internationales Symposium Hochhaus', and has been organised by the university's Institute of Architecture. The #symposium will focus on resilient #urban #developments, #adaptive #typologies, and #hybrid #constructions—with a specific emphasis on the role of high-rise buildings in shaping the future of cities. Blaringhem will be participating in a duo presentation, alongside Lars Schuchert from the university in Lucerne. His presentation will delve into the European high-rise, examining slender residential towers as tools for urban transformation. Drawing from KCAP’s experience, Blaringhem will highlight key projects of the office, showcasing how innovative design can contribute to sustainable urban environments. The symposium is an opportunity for professionals and academics to explore new approaches to high-rise development, particularly through low-tech and slender strategies, and new #construction #methods. The event will take place at the NEST innovation building, in Dübendorf. Symposium Hochhaus 22 October 2024 12:00-18:00 NEST Überlandstrasse 129 8600 Dübendorf, Switzerland Read more about the event over on our website: https://lnkd.in/eyYSSkeu

'KCAP's "Temporary Art Center" Begins Construction, in Eindhoven!' #KCAP is excited to announce that #construction has officially begun on the new Temporary Art Center (#TAC); a #transformational project located in the heart of Eindhoven. Situated across from the PSV stadium, this project will bring a vibrant mix of new #residential and #creative spaces to the city. TAC is a much-cherished cultural incubator that's become a cornerstone of Eindhoven’s creative scene, and a place and space where #innovation, #art and #community all intersect. The center provides a dynamic platform for cultural #collaboration and creation, in a city that thrives on artistic energy. The #renovation of the existing TAC, is #sustainably driven, and will preserve the spirit of TAC as a cultural hotbed in the city, while providing it with a new home. It will introduce about 249 new #affordable #housing units, of which 85% are social housing, and 15% for the middle-market—split between an 11-storey tower, and a lower-rise building. There will also be about 80 #studios, supporting over 200 creative entrepreneurs, artists and designers. In addition to the residential offerings, the new development will also feature #exhibition spaces, horeca locations and #café, all on ground floor. Playfully, TAC's inner façades are set to be regularly painted with large new #murals, #celebrating the #creativity and dynamic spirit of the area, and its residents. Thanks to Focus on Impact, the Temporary Art Centre (TAC), Atelier Boetzkes, and to the rest of the project's team, and several others, for making this possible, including MIBA Bouwmanagement BV, Adviesbureau Tielemans BV, Sankomij Installatietechniek BV, Huybregts Relou (VB Groep), ASML, Volantis, Stijn Steenbakkers and Gemeente Eindhoven. Stay tuned for more updates on this project, later this year! Read more about TAC and their mission over on their website: https://lnkd.in/e-PChVV4

'KCAP Celebrate Opening of New Building at Leiden University' On 8 October 2024, the Herta Mohr building on Witte Singel in #Leiden was officially inaugurated. This new educational facility for the Faculty of Humanities at Leiden University, marks the third completed project within the Masterplan Humanities Campus, designed by #KCAP. The campus masterplan provides a future-proof framework with a strong identity, aiming to create an inner-city campus. A new central green outdoor space enhances cohesion among the various buildings and institutes, offering improved infrastructure and central functions around the square, with ample space for chance encounters and interaction. Designed by De Zwarte Hond, the building involves a shell renovation of a structuralist 1980s structure by architect Joop van Stigt. The building has been #sustainably #renovated and #expanded from 7.850 to 11.400 m². It now accommodates over 700 educational and self-study spaces, two lecture halls, work and meeting rooms, common areas and two libraries. KCAP is proud to contribute to the #transformation of Leiden University's campus, fostering an inspiring environment for #education and #collaboration. Read more about the transformation of the campus by KCAP: https://lnkd.in/eTp6QiPT

'KCAP's Piekstraat Tower Construction Site Open to Public 12 October' #KCAP is responsible for the design of a new #housing #tower currently under construction in Rotterdam, named the Piekstraat Tower. This new high-rise has a diverse program and for instance programming in its plinth, and it has been designed to offer exceptional urban living. With a variety of apartment types, each offers stunning #panoramic views of the city and river Maas. A key distinction of the tower is its gridded, glazed façade, huge balconies, and its stacked shifting volumes, which in some places, cantilever to create a silhouette that seems to twist-and turn, upon approach. As construction on the tower literally reaches new heights, we are excited to be able to invite the public, to view the building's progress. On Saturday 12 October, 13:30 and 14:30, two floors will be open to the public, offering a preview of the building and its views toward Rotterdam. The tower will eventually rise to c. 74 metres, with c. 140 apartments, ranging in size from c. 62 to c. 228 m2. Take this opportunity to #tour the building's open floors, envision life at #Piekstraat, and enjoy a walk through the future of this new building. 12 October 2024, 13:30-14:30 Location: Piekbrug, Rotterdam Floors 4 and 9 open to the public Read more about the project over on our website: https://lnkd.in/ecGmjHXU We look forward to seeing you at the Piekstraat Tower, this weekend!

‘KCAP Celebrate Opening of New Skate Park in Sibelius Park, in Oss’ On 5 October 2024, the ‘Urban Ox Park’ was officially opened in #Oss, the Netherlands! This skatepark, pumptrack, and calisthenics park are all located within the 25-hectare Sibelius Park in Oss—which has been redesigned by #KCAP and is currently under construction. The new design of Sibelius Park draws inspiration from the surrounding rural landscape, and is organised through a spatial framework—which integrates over 400 new trees, diverse topography, and a network of paths. This framework also enhances the park's readability and orientation while promoting a nature-inclusive, climate-adaptive environment. A distinctive "park ribbon" loops through the park, creating a signature identity and connecting its surroundings. The park’s amenities—spaces for play, sport, gardening, and relaxation—are concentrated along the loop, encouraging social interactions, enhancing visibility, and safety. In addition to Urban Ox Park, the broader 25-hectare park is undergoing further development, with more new areas soon to be completed. Stay tuned for future updates as the park continues to mature into a new fresh, leisurely, revitalised, sporty and multifunctional space, for everyone to enjoy. Read more about Sibelius Park: https://lnkd.in/eUjhF3AG

‘Jeroen Dirckx to Participate in ESG Panel Discussion at Expo Real 2024’ We are really excited to announce that today #KCAP partner Jeroen Dirckx will be participating in an panel discussion of experts at EXPO REAL (Messe München)—focusing on key #Environmental, #Social, and #Governance (#ESG) issues that will help shape the future of resilient #cities in Europe. The discussion will take place from 15:00-16:30, in hall A2, room A21. The event is titled 'Metropolitan Areas in Transition to Achieve Real Social Value', and will explore the role of urban design in increasing sustainability, and social impact. The discussion will be moderated by Lisette Van Doorn (CEO ULI Europe), and feature Dirckx and Sharon Dijksma (Mayor of Utrecht), alongside representatives from the cities of #Barcelona and #London. At KCAP, our holistic approach to ESG is rooted in active development of and firm commitment to, challenging conventional urban development practices. We believe in pushing boundaries, through #thoughtful #innovation, and an #environmental #stewardship that serves both people and the planet. Join us for an engaging #discussion on themes such as EU Taxonomy, the #European #Green #Deal, industry goals and benchmarks, and other ESG-focused issues, and how they relate to the public and private #investment. Expo Real, Munich, 8 Oct. 2024 15:00-16:30, hall A2, room A21 We look forward to meeting you there!

‘Visit KCAP at Expo Real: Discover the Fellenoord Masterplan at the Holland Metropole Stand!’ We’re proud to present our 550.000 m2 #Fellenoord Eindhoven Masterplan model during EXPO REAL (Messe München), at the Holland Metropole stand. This massive project exemplifies KCAP’s vision for creating sustainable development at a key #public #transport #hub in the Netherlands—by transforming the area into an #innovation #district. By combining urban densification with cutting-edge solutions, it addresses the region's housing shortages; while also creating a future-proof urban environment, promoting #affordable #housing, economic #growth and new #community building. Our approach at Fellenoord integrates a transit-oriented development (#TOD) strategy, encouraging sustainable mobility and reducing car dependency. Additionally, the masterplan emphasises the #circular economy, using resources efficiently to create a resilient and low-carbon urban district. Visit us to see how we are shaping the future of Eindhoven’s cityscape. Find us at Holland Metropole stand A2.130 or contact us at [email protected] to arrange a meeting. During the event partners Irma van Oort, Edward Schuurmans, Ute M. A. Schneider and Jeroen Dirckx, are all available to discuss this and other KCAP projects, and the ways we are redefining urban development. Hope to see you here! #ExpoReal2024 #KCAP #Fellenoord #SustainableCities #UrbanDensification #HollandMetropole #AffordableHousing #TransitOrientedDevelopment #CircularEconomy #InnovationDistrict

'KCAP to Design Masterplan of Magasins Généraux in Le Havre, France' #KCAP is involved in designing the new masterplan for the #Magasins #Généraux in #LeHavre, #France—in a highly strategic area of the city that lies at the intersection of the centre, the port, and key neighbourhoods, including Brindeau and Saint-Nicolas. This site plays a crucial role in linking various parts of the city, due to its historical importance and its location near the developing Maritime Campus and the Vauban Docks. Our goal is to transform the area from a monofunctional business park into a flourishing revitalised district: merging business, housing and community spaces while respecting and preserving its #historical #maritime #character. Le Havre is one of France's largest #port cities, located at the estuary of the Seine, with a population of about 166.000. Its traditions and culture revolve around the city's history with the #ocean, which has long influenced its physical relationship to the #waterfront. This maritime heritage is crafted into vernacular architecture, where buildings echo nautical themes and reflects the city's seafaring culture. The masterplan places a strong emphasis on #climate #resilience, integrating extensive green and permeable surfaces to mitigate urban heat islands and reduce the risk of flooding from marine submersion. This approach ensures #flood #protection and environmental #sustainability are key drivers of the project, shaping public spaces, and overall urban design. The site is composed of two distinct parts. The northern part is characterised by its strong #heritage #identity, with nineteenth-century #warehouses, and our work will focus on restoring and revitalising these structures, ensuring their historical qualities are maintained. The southern part, which underwent many significant changes after the 1944 bombings, will be redesigned to improve #connectivity and introduce a mix of new uses, including housing, educational facilities and public amenities. The project also entails creating a #large #landscaped #garden that extends from the Vatine basin, which will become a central public space in the district. Additionally, permeable and green areas will be introduced to help mitigate the effects of urban heat islands, and enhance biodiversity. With a total program of 85.000 m² of floor space, the plan is based on the principle of creating a mixed-use, productive, #creative and #innovative #district in the city centre. The client of the project is the Ville du Havre, with a team composed of KCAP and PHYTOLAB, Atelier Franck Boutté, STUDIO VICARINI, Egis, and Enviroscop. Read more about the project over on our website: https://lnkd.in/ev6TUcUG