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Vastint Netherlands sold Amaliawolde

20 | 12 | 2019



Vastint Netherlands sold the building Amaliawolde in Baarn. The property was purchased by Meerdervoort Group and is located in the city centre opposite the railway station. It has a total leasable area of 8,000 m².

A new stage of Business Garden Wroclaw ready to receive tenants

18 | 12 | 2019

Vastint Poland completed the construction of the Business Garden office complex at Legnicka Street in Wroclaw. At the end of November, the last three buildings of the six office buildings comprising the second stage of the development, were commissioned. Thus, the Wroclaw real estate market increased its office resources with another 79,000 m2 of modern office space. The first tenants have already moved into the newly built part of the complex.

Roger Andersson, Managing Director, Vastint Poland says: “We are proud to inform about the successful completion of the third Business Garden business park in Poland. The underlying idea of the project was to provide comfortable working conditions, as well as enabling our tenants to thrive within the complex. Additional advantages of Business Garden Wroclaw, such as modern, well-lit office interiors, a garden with sport zones and a unique selection of facilities for employees will certainly be appreciated by new users of the facility.”

Business Garden Wroclaw is located in the Fabryczna district, within an area surrounded by Legnicka, Dabrowki and Jaworska Streets, in the immediate vicinity of the shopping and entertainment centre Magnolia and the Mikolajow railway station.
The complex consists of nine office and service buildings with a total area of 117,000 m2 located on a plot of 7 ha. The first three buildings of the complex were commissioned in 2016. As part of the second stage of the development, in addition to the 13-story office tower, five six-story buildings were erected, designed as modular H-shaped buildings. The campus buildings are surrounded by a large garden available for employees and city residents. It is a continuation of the design assumptions for landscape architecture of the existing part of the development.

Tenants can relax in the relaxation zones created in the garden and engage in outdoor sports. The complex also offers extensive infrastructure for cyclists and a number of amenities for tenants. In addition to the restaurant pavilion located in the central part of the green areas, along with the opening of the next phase, additional service points will appear in the complex, including a new canteen or cafeteria.

From a technical point of view, key architectural solutions and systems implemented in the buildings, in particular as regards the reduction of water and energy consumption and control of the internal environment, meet the requirements of the highest level of ecological LEED certification.

Marek Ulanecki, Leasing Manager, Vastint Poland says: “The first three of the six buildings of the second stage were commissioned in July this year. They are practically fully leased, and their main tenant is Credit Agricole Group (25,600 m2). Soon, more tenants will move into the just completed buildings, including Santander Consumer Bank Polska S.A. (10,700 m2) and Capgemini (4,100 m2). The current level of commercialization of the project is 70%.”

The investor and developer of Business Garden Wroclaw is Vastint Poland. In June, the company sold three buildings of the first stage of the investment. The newly built part of the complex will remain in the developer’s portfolio and will be managed by Vastint. The project was designed by APA Wojciechowski studio, while the contractor of the investment was Hochtief Polska.

Moxy Southampton completed

18 | 12 | 2019

The Moxy Southampton West Quay is constructed in an area of the city which is subject to on-going regeneration and development. The site is located adjacent to the West of Harbour Parade which lies at the South of the city and close to the cruise harbor.

The building has a feature curved wall and has ground floor plus six floors. Progressing North West along the building, the structure has raised in height with an additional seventh floor added onto the building. The primary entrance to the building is off Harbour Road and parking is provided in the back.

Moxy Southampton was opened on December 18th 2019.

Vastint Hospitality gains planning consent for hotel in Inverness

06 | 12 | 2019

Vastint Hospitality is delighted to have been granted planning consent for a 175 rooms hotel in Inverness. In the redesign of the previous proposal, special consideration has been given to the comments raised after the initial planning application and appeal. We are happy to now be able to bring new life into this prime site located on the banks of the River Ness which site has been vacant for 20 years after the demolition of the Glebe Street Swimming Pool.

The intention is to construct a 4-star AC Hotel by Marriott, which will comprise a spacious lobby with associated terraces onto the River Ness. The hotel will also offer a bar and restaurant, meeting rooms, private dining areas and a gym. The team is currently working on the detailed design next to ongoing site investigations. We are aiming at starting works on site in late 2020 or early 2021.

Moxy Paris – Charles de Gaulle Airport completed

29 | 11 | 2019

Vastint Hospitality has developed a hotel project at Europe’s second largest airport, Paris – Charles de Gaulle Airport. This project – situated in the new hotelier zone Roissypôle Ouest – is also the first development of Vastint in France, with more to come soon. Moxy Paris – Charles de Gaulle Airport encompasses 292 keys and opened on November 27th 2019.

Business Garden Bucharest in top 3 LEED certified office buildings worldwide

08 | 11 | 2019
Vastint Romania received LEED Platinum certification for the three Business Garden Bucharest office buildings, reaching the third highest LEED score worldwide for building A in for Core & Shell category, with 98 points, and second place in Europe, followed closely by the other two buildings B & C. Business Garden Bucharest becomes the office project with the highest LEED score in CEE. LEED, or Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, is the most widely used green building rating system in the world, available for virtually all building, community and home project types, providing a framework to create healthy, highly efficient and cost-saving green buildings. LEED certification is a globally recognized symbol of sustainability achievement. Antoniu Panait, Managing Director, Vastint Romania: “This is an extraordinary achievement and it is a reward for all our team’s work and effort. We are more than delighted to see that Business Garden Bucharest, the second project that we delivered in Bucharest, has achieved the third highest LEED score worldwide for building A and best certification score in Romania for the entire project, in the office building category. This result is the best payoff that we could get and it ensures our tenants that we deliver the high quality that we’ve promised.” The projects delivered are defined by high standards of development in construction, Business Garden Bucharest, a 43.000 m² GLA project has been leased over 65 percent, although the project was delivered in 2019, while Timpuri Noi Square has at this moment a 90% lease rate. Motivated by these results we will soon start the construction of an additional 50.000 m² GLA representing the second phase of Timpuri Noi Square and we are also in the process of defining the Sisesti residential project. Obtaining LEED Platinum certification with one of the highest scores in Europe, shows recognition for the effort Vastint is making to bring sustainable projects to the market that reduce energy and water consumption as well as overall operational waste. We aim for the same high green certification standard for all our projects.” Considering nowadays sustainability and environmental concerns, it is very important to prove, with the help of a worldwide acknowledged certification, that a modern building is able to provide efficient, comfortable and sustainable office space that saves energy, water and resources, generates less waste and supports human health. This reduces operational cost and boosts employee productivity and retention. Employees working in Business Garden Bucharest benefit from a high indoor environment quality with a silent, healthy air conditioning and ventilation system, thermal comfort control, energy saving electrical equipment, full LED lighting and water use reduction technology. On top of that, the project has a large green area representing 30% of the project, suitable for the employees to enjoy the outdoor landscaping, but also have the option to enjoy the receptions with great common areas. Being located near multiple means of transportation allows easy access by subway or any other means of public transportation. Parking includes priority spaces and cyclist facilities that include both dedicated parking spaces, as well as showers and lockers.

Find out more at Vastint Romania website

Moxy London Stratford achieves LEED Platinum

07 | 11 | 2019

Moxy London Stratford has been awarded LEED Platinum by the U.S. Green Building Council. A standard of LEED Gold, or higher, is being sought for all further Moxy hotel projects. Moxy London Stratford is Vastint Hospitality’s first LEED Platinum asset in its portfolio.

LEED is the most widely used green building rating system in the world. LEED certification provides independent verification of a building’s green features, allowing for the design, construction, operations and maintenance of resource-efficient, high-performing, healthy, cost-effective buildings. LEED is the triple bottom line in action, benefiting people, planet and profit.

For further information on LEED see http://leed.usgbc.org/

Moxy Oslo X Extension completed

29 | 10 | 2019

Moxy Oslo X is part of a larger conference and exhibition center, X Meeting Point Norway, and has opened on the 1st of August 2017.
X Meeting Point has 20,000 square-meter expo, an event venue with a large number of meeting rooms, a Gard restaurant and of course Moxy Oslo X.

In December 2018 Vastint Hospitality started construction to extend Moxy Oslo X. On the 23rd of October 2019 the extension has been finalized and handed over to its operator Belvar.
The extension brings the hotel 160 additional rooms, of which 14 deluxe rooms. This brings the total room count to an impressive amount of 436 rooms.

Moxy Ludwigshafen achieves LEED Gold

23 | 10 | 2019

Moxy Ludwigshafen has been awarded LEED Gold by the U.S. Green Building Council. A standard of LEED Gold, or higher, is being sought for all further Moxy hotel projects.

LEED is the most widely used green building rating system in the world. LEED certification provides independent verification of a building’s green features, allowing for the design, construction, operations and maintenance of resource-efficient, high-performing, healthy, cost-effective buildings. LEED is the triple bottom line in action, benefiting people, planet and profit.

For further information on LEED see http://leed.usgbc.org/

Vastint Latvia holds topping-out ceremony at residential complex Lindenholma

23 | 10 | 2019
In October 2019, the topping-out ceremony of the first phase of the Lindenholma residential project was held at the construction site in Mārupe. Project’s developer Vastint Latvia, along with the buildings’ concept authors, project designers and many others involved in the project have celebrated reaching the structure’s highest point in a festive atmosphere. Following topping-out ceremonial tradition, a wreath was placed on the Lindenholma’s roof crest. In order to leave historical testimony about this event, a symbolic celebratory sign — an engraved tablet with the project’s name, date of the event and a wish for the buildings’ future residents — was attached to one of the building’s wooden beams. The representatives of the project’s developer, concept authors and the construction company thanked all those present for the invested work and professionalism which have ensured the project’s conformity with the highest quality standards. The Lindenholma residential complex is being built in the quarter between Kārļa Ulmaņa gatve in Rīga and Daibes and Lielā streets in Mārupe. Thanks to such an advantageous location, Lindenholma unites both the benefits of urban apartment dwellings and those of private country houses and will allow the future residents to enjoy the green surroundings and well-developed infrastructure of Mārupe in the closest proximity to the capital. During the first phase of construction, six buildings will be completed containing a total of 209 apartments. They will be offered with a high-quality finish, in a range of three design styles. Well-considered apartment layouts, each having windows on both sides of the building, will ensure maximum natural daylight in the rooms. The apartments will have spacious private outdoor spaces— a balcony or a terrace. Vast green zones will be installed, and car-free courtyards organized between the buildings. The first phase of construction is planned to be completed in the second half of 2020. In total, Lindenholma will ultimately feature more than 650 apartments. During the next phases of construction, a multi-storey car park will be built next to the complex. The author of the idea for the Lindenholma complex is Gatis Didrihsons of SIA Didrihsons arhitekti; the authors of the construction project are Arvīds Līkops and Kristaps Blaubergs from SIA Linia. The designer of the buildings’ interior is Svjatoslavs Aļeiņikovs from SIA In4 design ideas; construction is done by SIA Deprom LV and construction supervision is performed by SIA Forma 2; producer of the roof’s framework is SIA Freimans Timber Constructions; construction of the roof and its framework is executed by SIA Hoproof.

Find out more at Vastint Latvia website

Business Garden Bucharest welcomes SANAMED

21 | 10 | 2019

In 2020, SANAMED is going to relocate to Business Garden Bucharest. They lease 3,900 m² of office space in the project developed by Vastint Romania.

Business Garden Bucharest is LEED Platinum pre-certified and the first project with such a green concept in Romania. It is located in the Central-Western Bucharest business district and comes with a unique setup and attention to detail. Not only regarding the office areas, but also the outdoor area, creating a pleasant work environment. It is the sixth in a series with the same name developed by Vastint in several cities in Europe.

The complex includes three class A office buildings with a total leasable area of almost 43,000 m², with public and commercial services available on the ground floor. The buildings are surrounded by an interior garden that represents 30% of the total area, pedestrian walkways with benches and Wi-Fi facilities for recreational activities. Business Garden Bucharest has a spacious parking, that also includes bike parking, lockers and showers for the cyclists.

SANAMED is currently the biggest player in the field of private Diabetes Services in Romania. Having an experienced team of specialists, the offer a unique integrated approach, the best diagnosis and highest quality medical care in the market.

Dr. Adriana Dumitrescu, Medical Director: “We are permanently searching for improvement of our medical services. This location meets our expectations in terms of a friendly environment, which will be assuring the comfort and wellbeing of the patients during their journey in our new Excellence Health Center.”

Antoniu Panait, Managing Director Vastint Romania: „Business Garden Bucharest is a high-quality working environment with great accent on the surrounding landscape and mix of facilities, and we are very pleased that we are able to offer our tenants such great services like the ones that SANAMED represent.”

Vastint Netherlands sold Hoogwolde

18 | 10 | 2019



Vastint Netherlands sold the building Hoogwolde in Baarn. The property was purchased by BPD Ontwikkeling B.V. and is located in the city centre opposite the railway station. It has a total leasable area of 5,500 m².