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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, when chic hotels and lavish coastal villas such as Hotel Stein and the Grand Hotel du Kursaal defined the town’s character.

The architecture of this new building combines 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 its surroundings.

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

The upper floors are characterized by a sculpted volume, with particular attention to recessed levels, cornices and generous terraces. The tapering of the floors upwards gives the building an elegant and playful appearance. The refinement of the design is further emphasized by the dark cornice where the penthouses are situated.

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

Residence Sables d’Or comprises 42 luxurious apartments, 3 commercial units, a bicycle storage room and private storage spaces for extra comfort and convenience. The orientation of the building is optimal, so most apartments offer a beautiful sea view, which together with the location on the Blankenberge seawall creates the perfect balance between the tranquillity 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 Blankenberge seawall at the height of the Charlier slope and bring a touch of the old grandeur back to the coastline. It will become an iconic new buildin…