The Provinciehuis in Antwerp, which was designed by renowned architectural practice XDGA (Xaveer De Geyter Architects) is an outstanding example of contemporary administrative architecture, combining functionality, aesthetics and sustainability in an innovative way. The building was designed to meet passive house standard and has achieved BREEAM Excellent certification.
| Product areas | Facades Windows |
| Location | Antwerp, Belgium |
| Completion | 2016 |
| Architects | XDGA | Xaveer De Geyter Architects |
| Specialist company | Blitta BV |
| Picture credits | Matthias Van Rossen |
The Provinciehuis features 14 levels and reaches a height of almost 58 metres above the city landscape of Antwerp. Its striking appearance is characterised by the rotation of the tower structure, which is not only visually fascinating, but also offers a functional benefit: it minimises shadowing on the surrounding buildings and maximises the entry of diffused light in the open-plan office levels.
Only 40 percent of the façade is glazed to reduce heat from the sun. The almost 700 triangle-shaped windows are positioned pointing towards the ground. This design helps to reduce the entry of direct sunlight and prevents overheating, while simultaneously ensuring that a generous supply of daylight can fully enter the inside areas. Other sustainability features include LED lighting, use of rain water for sanitary facilities and a green roof above the underground car park.
