Attention to aesthetic upgrading. Facade renovation with sliding shutters at flats in Emmeloord

On Urkerweg in Emmeloord there are four flats, Nijenbeek, Hulkesteijn, Verlehorst and Old Putten. These flats were in need of maintenance and a future-proof update. An extensive job in which the apartments were completely renewed on the outside and made future-proof. The old facades were removed and new, well-insulated facades replaced them. Architectural sliding panels from DUCO Ventilation & Sun Control on the facade prevent overheating during the hot summer months. 

The four buildings are on an access road to Emmeloord in a picture-perfect location. Housing corporation Mercatus wanted to give the flats a second lease of life with a focus on sustainability, housing quality and an aesthetic upgrade. The new outer shell of the buildings reflects the character of the past, the DNA of Noordoostpolder. The apartments will be very well insulated and made airtight, significantly improving living comfort.

Powerful facade appearance with dynamic sliding panels

"As Mercatus' chain partner, we are mainly taking care of the technical side of the project," says Talen Vastgoedonderhoud's business office manager Pepijn Harleman. 

"In consultation with the residents, we thought along with the architect in the design, taking into account the prominent location of the flats on the access road to Emmeloord. We arrived at a powerful facade image, consisting of sleek facades in a gray tone combined with white, eye-catching frames."

Decrease in energy costs

"We have to insulate the flats and the windows well today," says Mercatus project manager Durk Grouwstra. "But because of this better insulation and airtightness, you also have to watch out for overheating from solar radiation. The priority function of windows is to let in qualitative daylight. Moreover, they provide contact between our residents and their outdoor environment. A good approach to solar radiation is therefore necessary. This is where solar shading comes in."

Unique touch thanks to wooden slats

The DucoSlide architectural blinds blend seamlessly into the modern ensemble, and the wooden slats add a unique touch to the facade appearance. The invisible fixing of the slats within the frame offers a second aesthetic added value. The wooden accents of the sliding panels stand out fully in the green surroundings. In addition to DucoSlide sliding panels, DucoGrille Solid M 30Z slat grilles were also used.