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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 seaside 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 metres wide, alternated with slender piers 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 materiality 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 piers form a solid foundation for the upper floors. The plinth also includes a rounded corner, where a brasserie will be located, beautifying the area and adding liveliness to the surroundings.

The upper floors are characterised by a sculpted volume, with special attention to recessed storeys, 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 emphasised by the dark crown where the penthouses are located.

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

Residence Sables d’Or comprises 42 luxurious apartments, 3 commercial units, a bicycle storage room and private storerooms for extra comfort and convenience. The building’s orientation is optimal, so most apartments offer a beautiful sea view, which together with the location on the Blankenberge sea dyke forms 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 finest corner of the Blankenberge sea dyke at the Charlier slope and bring a piece of the old grandeur back to the coastline. It will become an iconic new building and a unique reference point for the t…