Good news for the Museum Quarter in Vlaardingen: the building permits are now final, and construction of the homes has officially begun.

At the Westhavenkade and Vetteoordskade, we are transforming 10 national monuments in Vlaardingen into 79 sustainable homes.

The planning process involved close collaboration with the Municipality of Vlaardingen, and now that the permits are final, we can move forward rapidly with the construction of these unique homes.

The Sprij buildings, the Kwakkelstein complex, and Warmelo & Van der Drift are symbols of Vlaardingen’s rich history during the heyday of the herring industry. After years of vacancy, these buildings are now being given a new, sustainable future. Many curious locals had already noticed that preservation work on the buildings had begun, as the construction site on Westhavenkade is attracting a lot of attention.

Museum Quarter Vlaardingen is part of the Rivierzone Vlaardingen, an area development project with around 2,500 new homes and amenities. In the inner courtyard surrounded by the heritage buildings, Dura Vermeer is building 82 contemporary owner-occupied homes on behalf of area developer BPD Bouwfonds Gebiedsontwikkeling.

The homes in the monumental warehouses are being developed in the mid-range and high-end rental segments and are expected to be completed by the end of 2025.

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The transformation of De Gravin is well on track to add 55 social rental homes to Rotterdam by the end of this year!

Together with Novaform Vastgoedontwikkelaars, we are transforming an outdated office building into a sustainable residential complex featuring an underground parking garage, a green garden, and 7 two-story timber homes.

Contractor Van De Klok provided an update on the construction progress during a site tour and shared how they are managing the compact construction site on the ’s Gravendijkwal side. We were also very pleased with the attention given to communication with local residents through the construction app ‘bouwapp’.

The housing shortage among young people is extremely high. Housing corporation Woonstad Rotterdam is focusing on this target group with De Gravin. The studios are intended for young people up to the age of 22, and the two- and three-room apartments are for starters up to the age of 27. The homes are suitable for small households.

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Last Thursday, we spoke with local residents and interested parties about our plans to develop new-build apartments on Molendijk in Oud-Beijerland. At the former Bas Hollaar fashion center, we had meaningful conversations and presented our initial plans. The neighborhood is highly engaged, and we are very positive about the many constructive discussions that took place.

The Municipality of Hoeksche Waard, RoosRos Architects, and Ooms Real Estate joined us to engage not only with the community but also with the many prospective homebuyers. The demand for housing in the center of Oud-Beijerland is clearly very high.

We will further develop our plans based on the feedback from the community. We thank all attendees for a successful evening and look forward to the next steps!

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The Municipality of Rotterdam is selling the former municipal office at Westersingel 18-20 to FULLHOUSE. The consortium, which includes the project developer, won the tender with the plan “De Herwaert” and will redevelop this location. The plan includes housing, facilities, and a beautiful garden. A pedestrian connection will improve access to the adjacent neighborhood park.

Public Sales Procedure

For the redevelopment of the municipal building, the Municipality of Rotterdam organized a public sales procedure. In addition to a market-based price, the quality of the development plan for the building and its surroundings was a decisive factor in the selection process. Fakton and Ooms Makelaars guided the municipality through the selection procedure. ECHO Urban Design, Kraaijvanger Architects, and Studio RAP are also part of the consortium as designers.

Housing and Facilities

The consortium is transforming the building into 30 residences, 540 m² of office space, and 580 m² of workshop space, which will house the ceramics workshop of De Makerij. The ground floor of De Herwaert will be vibrant and transparent, featuring “the living room” with office space in the back and a spacious lobby entrance for the residences.

From the second to the fourth floor, there will be 22 mid-range owner-occupied apartments and 8 higher-end owner-occupied apartments.

Alderman Zeegers: “With this transformation, we are adding housing while also fulfilling a long-held desire: creating a new, socially safe connection between the city center and the Oude Westen neighborhood. The green Herwaert Garden and the passage to the neighborhood park will make the city both literally and figuratively more accessible to residents and visitors. And, of course, it’s wonderful that we’re preserving existing structures and reusing materials; new construction and sustainability go hand in hand here, serving as an inspiration for future urban developments.”

Alderman Simons: “We must cherish Rotterdammers who master a craft and create beautiful things with their hands. That’s why I’m delighted that this redevelopment, in addition to providing housing and office space, will also offer a workspace for true artisans. This will be a place to live, work, and learn right in the heart of the city.”

Transformation with Westersingel Passage

With the realization of De Herwaert, a new passage will be created at Westersingel 19, providing access to the neighborhood park Het Oude Westen, located directly behind it. The passage will stand out through the use of extensive glass and 3D-printed ceramic tiles, inviting visitors to explore the ceramics workshop of De Makerij.

Path to Wijkpark Oude Westen

The plan fulfills a long-held desire to create an additional pedestrian connection from the city center through the Wijkpark to the Oude Westen neighborhood. Currently, pedestrians are limited to the busy West Kruiskade and Nieuwe Binnenweg, as there are no throughways in the 450-meter-long urban façade. The De Herwaert plan breaks through this barrier with an appealing and socially safe passage. The path through the Herwaert Garden links the green Westersingel to the Wijkpark, improving access to nature in the city center for residents and visitors. This connection will activate the park more and increase social oversight.

Green Herwaert Garden

The collective backyard, characterized by its lush planting and trees, enhances the ecological structure. A transparent pavilion will be located in the garden, offering an additional entrance to the basement of the main building where De Makerij will host ceramics workshops and courses, as well as display products.

The garden features lush greenery, height differences, and a pond for water storage. Green roofs on the pavilion and main building serve as “stepping stones” of greenery, aiming to attract birds, bees, and other insects.

Sustainability

The plan preserves the structure of Westersingel 18 and 20. The wooden structure of Westersingel 19 will be replaced with a new construction. Materials from the demolished building will be reused elsewhere in the project. Over the coming months, the consortium will develop the proposal into a final design. Construction is scheduled to begin in the second half of 2026.

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The building permit for the apartment buildings of Zeeduinen in Katwijk aan Zee has become irrevocable in the final days of 2024.

The “celebration letters” have been sent to all buyers, which means the start of construction is imminent. We congratulate all future residents and everyone involved on this fantastic news!

The uniquely exceptional penthouse in the Duinpaviljoen building is still available.

The penthouse occupies the entire third floor of Duinpaviljoen, offering an extraordinary place to live, with an abundance of space and an unparalleled way to enjoy the surroundings. Its approximately 352 m² rooftop terrace, which wraps around the entire penthouse, provides a stunning 360-degree view of the area. Indoors and outdoors are seamlessly connected. In addition to the spacious third floor, the penthouse also includes no fewer than three private parking spaces in the underground garage. This is truly living in a unique location right by the sea—an opportunity that rarely comes along.

The homes in the Zeebaken building are completely sold out and offer stunning views of the dunes and the sea.

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On December 12th, Hof van Aleida officially went on sale. The sales documentation is available for download on the website, and you can now register for your preferred lot numbers. Registration is done entirely online through your personal account for Hof van Aleida. Click here for the registration procedure for Hof van Aleida. Registration is open until Sunday, January 5th, at 11:59 PM.

Join us at the Sales Event!

Do you have questions about your registration or want more information before signing up? Visit the sales event! Our sales team will be ready to provide you with all the information you need.

Date and Location of the Sales Event

• Date: Wednesday, December 18th
• Time: 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
• Location: Oostsingel 9, Schiedam

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On October 19, alderman Ivana Somers-Gardenier of Building and Housing at the Municipality of Vlaardingen and Helma Born, general manager of BPD|Bouwfonds Gebiedsontwikkeling, signed the transfer contract with Iwan de Vries, general manager of FULLHOUSE. As a developer, builder and investor, FULLHOUSE will transform the monumental warehouses on Westhavenkade and Vetteoordskade in Vlaardingen into homes.

FULLHOUSE will transform these heritage buildings into 73 affordable and private sector rental homes and 8 owner-occupied homes. With respect for the monumental values ​​of the buildings, FULLHOUSE is working on plans to create modern homes while retaining the special character of this historic place.

Alderman Ivana Somers-Gardenier (Building and Housing): “Vlaardingen has been waiting for this location to be redeveloped for a long time. I am very proud that we are finally getting started at this location, with a variety of types of homes, while retaining its leading character.”

National monuments
The Westhavenkade and Vetteoordskade were of great importance during the heyday of herring fishing. Companies such as herring and salt wholesaler Warmelo & Van der Drift and shipping company Kwakkelstein were the established names on the Westhavenkade. On the Westhavenkade and Vetteoordskade there are several national monuments such as warehouses, shipowners’ houses, a cooperage and a modeling shed.

Trendy new construction
The monumental buildings surround the courtyard of the Museum Quarter, where BPD started the construction of 82 trendy new-build homes on May 7, 2024. The development of the Museum Quarter is part of the River Zone area development where the municipality of Vlaardingen wants to add between 2,500 to 3,100 homes to the city in the coming years.

General Manager Netherlands BPD|Bouwfonds Gebiedsontwikkeling Helma Born; “It’s great that the Museum Quarter is now coming to fruition in its entirety. After the start of construction of the new homes, we found a good partner with FULLHOUSE for the transformation of the heritage buildings. I am proud of our team and the colleagues from the municipality of Vlaardingen who have achieved this through good cooperation.”

Work to do
FULLHOUSE is already working on the heritage buildings, including making ten national monuments wind and watertight.

“This incredibly beautiful location contains special buildings with a lot of history that could use a good dose of love and attention. We are honored and immensely enthusiastic to give this beautiful piece of historic Vlaardingen the appearance it deserves,” says Iwan de Vries, general manager of FULLHOUSE.

Kwakkelstein
Company W. Kwakkelstein is on a sign while walking past the metro station. The complex on Westhavenkade consists of a warehouse, shop, shipping company office and upstairs apartment. This company founded in 1737 grew into one of the largest herring traders in the Netherlands.

Boetschuur
The modeling shed is connected to the Kwakkelstein complex in the courtyard of the Museum Quarter. Also a national monument. For centuries, until the twentieth century, Vlaardingers expanded and repaired their fishing nets here. FULLHOUSE will also restore this dilapidated building with a suitable purpose for the near future.

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GOOD NEWS | Agreement De Gravin signed for transforming an empty office into 55 social rental homes.

We have good news! The purchase and construction agreement has been signed for the transformation of an empty office at ‘s-Gravendijkwal 28-36 in Rotterdam into no fewer than 55 new social rental homes. The building permit is irrevocable and this means that we can start the construction of De Gravin in October 2024.

Michael de Waal (Woonstad Rotterdam), Mohamed el Achkar (Woonstad Rotterdam), Niels van Ginkel (Novaform), Iwan de Vries (FULLHOUSE) and Bas van Gompel (Van de Klok) signed the agreement. They join forces to ensure successful collaboration.

The demand for living space in Rotterdam, just like in the Netherlands as a whole, is very high. Iwan de Vries, director FULLHOUSE:

“With this development, we contribute to addressing the enormous demand for affordable housing by specifically targeting starters on the housing market. This is a transformation project in the center of Rotterdam, where we value the increase of residential density and now also tackle vacancy. It was a complicated development process with many challenges to which the Municipality of Rotterdam also made great efforts. We can all be very proud that construction is now really starting.”

The transformation of the office building is a development of the Novaform – FULLHOUSE development combination. Woonstad Rotterdam will purchase the homes and Van de Klok will realize the transformation.

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In 2016, the Municipality of Rotterdam prevented the Qatari former owner of the school complex on Sikkelstraat in South Rotterdam from starting a school with extremist views.

Mayor Aboutaleb personally flew to Qatar for this and with success. The Qataris abandoned their plans and FULLHOUSE transformed the school into 73 sustainable rental homes after purchase: HilleHof.

In the last weeks of 15 years as mayor, we received the mayor at HilleHof for a tour and a nice conversation about the history and transformation of this monumental complex.

The mayor was very well informed about all developments in the Landbouwbuurt in Vreewijk and was very positive about the end result of this school transformation. We thank the mayor for his visit and his enormous efforts over the past 15 years. We wish you well!

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The construction of the apartment building of the KasseNova aan de Vaart project in ‘s-Gravenzande is becoming increasingly visible!

After 4 months of hard work, contractor Van Omme & de Groot can enjoy a well-deserved holiday during the construction holiday. After the WKO drillings, they started the piling work in April and the piles and foundations have now been poured. The basement floors of the garage can be laid after the holiday period.

66 of the 68 apartments have already been sold by our real estate team with Helm & Heus and Borgdorff Makelaars. The last apartments are under option.

We look forward to continuing to monitor construction progress after the construction holiday!

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FULLHOUSE will transform the heritage buildings of Museum Quarter Vlaardingen into 81 medium-priced and private sector rental homes. We are currently busy developing homes that are equipped with all modern convenience and comfort while at the same time radiating and respecting the monumental character of this historic place.

The heritage buildings surround the courtyard of the museum quarter where BPD Bouwfonds Gebiedsontwikkeling and Dura Vermeer started the construction of 82 contemporary new-build homes in a trendy urban living environment on May 7, 2024. The development of the Museum Quarter is part of the River Zone area development where the Municipality of Vlaardingen is adding 2,500 to 3,100 homes to the city with an ambitious vision.

We will soon start the conservation work on these special heritage buildings, including 10 national monuments. Given the critical condition of the buildings, there is no time to lose.

The buildings include several special complexes, including the Sprij buildings, the Kwakkelstein complex, the Warmelo & van der Drift buildings and the modeling shed. The dilapidated modeling shed in the courtyard will be restored to its former glory and will play a central role with live/work homes and light catering facilities as a meeting place for local residents.

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Last wednesday, after more than four years of preparations, the start of construction of 68 apartments in the KasseNova aan de Vaart project was celebrated! Together with the future residents, alderman Michiel Ferwerda of the Municipality of Westland and all partners, we raised a glass to a successful construction.

The future residents put their names and congratulations on the first pile, which was 30 meters long, before the first pile was driven into the ground. We wish Omme & De Groot every success with the construction and will regularly report on progress.

There are still some beautiful apartments available. See www.kassenova.nl for more information.

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Together with the Municipality of Schiedam, FULLHOUSE is committed to a new sustainable living environment in Schiedam. With Hof van Aleida, the former school building on the Oostsingel is being redeveloped into a car-free green residential courtyard.

Antoinette Laan (alderman for building & living, Municipality of Schiedam) and Iwan de Vries (general manager, FULLHOUSE) signed the purchase agreement on March 13, 2024 for the development of 17 homes within a 10-minute walk of Schiedam Centrum station.

Hof van Aleida will be an inclusive project, where living is accessible to everyone. Due to the variation in homes, the plan offers space for starters, families, move-ups and seniors.

When realizing the homes, transformation is combined with new construction. Through an innovative and circular method of prefab construction, the two-storey single-family homes are built sustainably with minimal impact on local residents during the construction process.

The result will be a sustainable living environment where meeting residents in the communal garden will be central. The sales process will start soon.

The realization of Hof van Aleida is scheduled to start in the fourth quarter of 2024.

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The sales event kicked off the sale of the Zeeduinen project yesterday amid great interest. Hundreds of interested people were present at the Zand beach pavilion in Katwijk aan Zee to be informed about Zeebaken and Duinpaviljoen, two exclusive buildings with a total of 38 homes.

See the website www.zeeduinen-katwijk.nl for more information about the homes and the sales process.

Made by mistake provided the models for the sales event.

Zeebaken

Zeebaken is an elegant building that offers unobstructed views of the surroundings in almost every direction. Spread over the ground floor to the fifth floor, 21 apartments will be available, ranging from approximately 83 m² to 135 m². The three spacious, double-storey penthouses on the sixth and seventh floors range from approximately 224 m² to 241 m². The limited number of homes and the location, in the middle of the dune landscape and close to the beach, make Zeebaken a unique place to live.

Model of Zeebaken

Duinpaviljoen

Duinpaviljoen is a small-scale and high-quality building with four floors, beautifully situated in a unique location by the sea. Luxury apartments with sea views will be available spread over the ground floor to the second floor, ranging from approximately 76 m² to 175 m² of living space and equipped with spacious outdoor areas. The third floor is reserved for a penthouse of approximately 285 m² with an exceptionally large terrace of approximately 352 m² and a breathtaking panoramic, 360 degree view of the sea and the dune landscape.

Model of Duinpaviljoen

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KasseNova aan de Vaart is taking a giant step towards starting construction.

Excellent news for the KasseNova project in ‘s-Gravenzande! The building permit is irrevocable. A wonderful milestone for all future residents and interested parties in the project, because with this we are taking a giant step towards the start of construction that we all want!

There are still homes available. From affordable studio apartments for starters to luxury penthouses, this high-quality project offers every home seeker a home that suits her needs. Are you also interested in living in the green surroundings of KasseNova aan de Vaart? Then take a look at ➡ www.kassenova.nl

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Together with urban partners in the field of building and living – housing corporations, investors, developers, builders and the Municipality of Rotterdam, we have signed the Continued Building Agreement 2023-2026.

FULLHOUSE will do everything it can to contribute to 3500 new Rotterdam homes per year, 65% of which fall in the affordable segment. An enormous task for all parties involved, especially given the changing circumstances in the housing market.

In the meantime, we are rapidly building Hillehof. This year we will deliver 73 rental homes near Zuidplein in a transformed monumental school complex. And in the first quarter of 2024, we intend to start construction on De Vaan, a high-quality apartment building in Vreewijk. We will keep you informed of all progress!

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Fullhouse has purchased several plots at Van Helmontstraat and Vierhavensstraat in Rotterdam. Together with seller OBA BV, the area will be redeveloped into an attractive living and working area in the Marconikwartier of the Merwevierhavens district.

Seller OBA is an early entrepreneur in the area that will undergo a metamorphosis in the coming years. OBA has been active on Van Helmontstraat for over 15 years as a provider of safety courses and is still located at the location with its own office.

Van Helmontstraat and Vierhavensstraat, Rotterdam

The M4H spatial framework describes the Marconi quarter as the area with the most urban mix of living, working and facilities and with the highest densities. The location is therefore within walking distance of metro station Marconiplein. Due to the combination of high density, a large mix of living and facilities and the proximity of public transport, it will soon be mainly urban households that will find a place here. People who like to live in a dynamic urban environment with all kinds of facilities and well-designed public space just around the corner. Mainly stacked houses above a plinth with facilities and works, positioned with an optimal view of the ports. Residents here have a smaller apartment with collective facilities where they can meet other residents and visitors. This target group ranges in age from 23 to 65+.

Fullhouse is looking forward to realizing a state of the art new living and working area for the city of Rotterdam in collaboration with OBA, the Municipality of Rotterdam and other stakeholders in the area. The project will be named ‘Nami’ in reference to the founder of OBA.

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The school complex on the Sikkelstraat and Ploegstraat in  Rotterdam-Zuid exists 100 years this year!

A century ago, the largest school complex in Rotterdam was built and this year FULLHOUSE is building the 73 homes that will give the complex a new purpose.

Almost all wooden frames have been installed and the adjustable frames are made for the aluminum frames. The test houses have been completed and the first stairs have been placed. We are on track to deliver the first homes this year.

In the immediate vicinity of Vreewijk, social housing stock is dominant. With HilleHof we will connect to the existing stock, increase diversity and at the same time offer opportunities for social climbers who want to make a living career in their own neighborhood.

For more information about the redevelopment of this special complex, we would like to refer you to the project page.

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On the Zeehos site, Fullhouse and Van Omme & De Groot are working in collaboration with MIX Architecture on the development and realization of two apartment buildings, which will offer future residents an unprecedented living pleasure in a special dune landscape.

To this end, the purchase agreement was recently signed with Stichting Het Raamwerk.

After completion, the first building will form a striking beacon near the roundabout at the end of Parklaan. A total of 24 apartments will be realized here, varying in size from approximately 80 m² to 240 m² living space overlooking the colorful dune landscape and also with sea view from the 4th floor.

The second building has an exclusive location on top of the dune, right on the Boulevard. Here the residents get a panoramic view of the North Sea. In addition to its unique location, the building will also have a very luxurious appearance. The 12 apartments on the first 3 floors, all with sea view, are approximately 95 to 175 m² in size. On the top floor of the building there will be a penthouse of approximately 250 m² with a spectacular spacious roof terrace.

The sale of the 37 apartments is expected to start in the first half of 2023. The realization is planned from autumn 2023.

Interested parties can already register by sending a message to katwijk@fullhousevastgoed.nl

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Today we started the sale of 8 water villas, 3 penthouses, 25 luxury apartments and 40 affordable owner-occupied apartments in the new Waelpolder residential area of ‘s-Gravenzande.

The sales event will be on Wednesday 20 July between 17:00 and 19:00 in Eetcafé De Witte in ‘s-Gravenzande.

The warm and natural appearance of KasseNova aan de Vaart provides a suitable connection to the green and water-rich environment. An apartment building with six residential floors is being built along the new ecological zone, which has a very friendly appearance due to its layered design. The addition of many plants on the terraces and climbing greenery against the facade of the apartment building reinforces this feeling.

This green experience is extended further into the plan area. Between the apartment building and the water villas there will be a green inner area that gives access to the main entrances and a playing field for the little ones. The inner area also serves as access to the water villas. These three-storey houses have the same natural look and feel as the apartment building due to the chosen materialisation. The cohesion ensures that both housing types enrich each other and, together with the green inner area, intuitively blend into the environment.

See kassenova.nl for more information about the project (in Dutch).

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