Bridgecity

BridgeCity is a perfect example of the inclusive and sustainable city we want to build for tomorrow. The project will have a medium dense mixed-use program:

• 41 citydev.brussels condominiums (about 5,700 m²);
• 40 social housing units owned by BGHM and Brussels Housing (about 5,500 sq. m.);
• 4,000 sq. ft. of studios and coworking space for economic activities;
• 385 m² of public facility;
• around 2,000 m² for an ALDI store;
• green spaces

Sustainable and future-oriented design

One of the special features of the project is the vertical mix: there will be conventional housing above the store, and social housing above the public facility.

The selected project also further emphasizes the design of outdoor spaces, with a roof garden above the store for the owner-occupied apartments and a garden on the first floor for the social housing units. In front of the building with economic activities, there will also be a green square connecting all the functions.

There will also be two underground parking lots: one for the condominiums, ALDI store and economic activities, and one for the social housing and facility. The two car parks will be separate and each will have its own entrance and exit.

Circularity and sustainability

The project is very much in line with the principles of the circular economy. A percentage of the existing materials being dismantled or demolished will be reused or upcycled. As much material as possible will be reused on the site itself.

The well-preserved, authentic former electricity substation at 110 rue François-Joseph Navez will be restored and converted into spaces for economic activities and studios.

The buildings must be reversible. Prefabricated, standard-sized materials and locally produced materials are used as much as possible.

We strive for maximum reduction of environmental impact in terms of waste, emissions and discharge. We do this through efficient use of resources, thoughtful selection of construction materials and techniques, and optimal management of site and operational waste. Transportation of backfill and excavated soil is kept to a strict minimum.

• Start of works: January 2027 (estimated)
• End of works: January 2029 (estimated)