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Residence Sables d'Or: luxury and grandeur with a nod to th…

Residence Sables d’Or is a prestigious new-build project that will set a new standard along the Belgian coast. The design is inspired by the grandeur of the eclectic buildings from Blankenberge’s flourishing Belle Époque period, in which chic hotels and lavish coastal villas such as Hotel Stein and the Grand Hotel du Kursaal gave the town its character.

The architecture of this new building is a combination of elegance and strength, with a strong rhythm and layering in the façade. The façade is composed of generous window openings of approximately 2.4 meters wide, alternated with slim pilasters of 70 cm, creating a dynamic, rhythmic pattern. Both the terraces and the window openings are integrated into this rhythm, giving the building a stately yet calm presence in the streetscape.

In terms of materials and volumetry the building is an exemplar of refinement. The base of the building is designed with a rich, dark plinth that brings the grandeur of Belle Époque architecture to the neighborhood. The detailed finishing and the rhythm of the pilasters form a solid basis for the upper floors. The plinth also features a rounded corner, where a brasserie will be located, enhancing the area and adding liveliness to the surroundings.

The upper floors are defined by a sculpted volume, with particular attention to setback levels, cornices and generous terraces. The tapering of the floors as they rise gives the building an elegant and playful appearance. The refinement of the design is further emphasized by the dark crown where the penthouses are situated.

Materials chosen favor neutral tones, such as nuanced beige brick, combined with dark lintels. The windows are finished every two floors with a slight arch, which is not only a nod to the rich Belle Époque past but also emphasizes the building’s verticality.

Residence Sables d’Or offers 42 luxurious apartments, 3 commercial units, a bicycle storage room and private storage units for added comfort and convenience. The building’s orientation is optimal, so most apartments offer a beautiful sea view, which together with the location on the Blankenbergse Zeedijk forms the perfect balance between the calm of the sea and the vibrancy of the town.

With its striking and refined design, this building will redefine the most beautiful corner of the Blankenbergse Zeedijk at the height of the Charlier slope and bring a piece of former grandeur back to the coastline. It will become an iconic new building and a unique refer…