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ASR elevates residential sustainability with Mark e.o. Huizen BREEAM In-Use project
Overview
Mark Huizen is a prominent residential building located in Utrecht, Netherlands. ASR Real Estate, the building's owner, has successfully transformed this asset to achieve a BREEAM Excellent rating, setting a high standard for residential properties in terms of energy efficiency, occupant wellbeing, and environmental performance.
About
ASR Real Estate is a leading real estate investment and management company in the Netherlands. With a diverse portfolio that includes residential, retail, office, and rural properties, ASR Real Estate is committed to sustainability and long-term value creation. The company focuses on integrating sustainable practices across its properties, aiming to reduce environmental impact while enhancing the quality of life for occupants.
Background
Situated in the heart of Utrecht, Mark Huizen is a well-established residential building. ASR Real Estate aimed to elevate the building's sustainability credentials, ensuring it not only meets but surpasses current environmental standards. The refurbishment project at Mark Huizen was driven by the desire to surpass current environmental standards by improving energy efficiency, enhancing resident comfort, and minimising the building's ecological footprint. This initiative aligns with ASR Real Estate's broader commitment to sustainability and excellence in property management.
Challenges
ASR Real Estate faced several challenges in achieving the BREEAM Excellent rating for Mark Huizen. Retrofitting an existing building with new energy management systems and renewable energy sources required careful planning and execution to ensure seamless integration. Implementing advanced water-saving fixtures and a rainwater harvesting system in an existing structure posed logistical challenges, necessitating innovative solutions to maximise efficiency and effectiveness. Ensuring high indoor air quality through the use of low-VOC materials and efficient HVAC systems required meticulous selection and installation processes. Additionally, minimising disruption to residents during the refurbishment was critical to maintaining occupant satisfaction and comfort throughout the project.
Solutions
BREEAM enabled the refurbishment of Mark Huizen to include several innovative and sustainable features:
- Energy efficiency: Implementation of a comprehensive energy management system to monitor and reduce energy consumption.
- Renewable energy: Installation of solar panels to provide clean, renewable energy to the building.
- Water management: Advanced water-saving fixtures and a rainwater harvesting system to reduce potable water use.
- Indoor environment quality (IEQ): Use of low-VOC materials and installation of high-efficiency HVAC systems to improve indoor air quality.
- Sustainable transport: Provision of extensive cycling facilities and EV charging stations to promote sustainable travel options.
- Biodiversity: Enhancement of green spaces with native planting to support local biodiversity.
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