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For family business Noesen, we designed a new company building on a business site on the E313 in Wommelgem.

Staalhandel Noesen trades in high-quality steel and its customers are mostly artists and players in the furniture industry.

The new building takes its occupants into account in many ways. The incidence of natural light in the warehouse by providing several skylights and the dining area with outdoor terrace for employees with a view of greenery ensure a pleasant working environment on the shop floor.

The theme of light has been continued in the interior by choosing a light and white interior decoration. The interior of the office space was designed by Isabelle Arntz and here, too, light was the main focal point. There is space for art objects and the custom-made central staircase attracts well-deserved attention.

In terms of business organisation, practicality was considered. A logistics office where customers can order and collect optimises internal operations. An expansion of the number of gates and storage facilities increases the possibilities. Extra attention to the warehouse worker's cockpit with a view of the warehouse and the digital routes of the trucks ensure an improved workflow.

Interesting choices were also made in terms of sustainability. In addition to solar panels on the roof, a very large underground rainwater collection system was provided. The entire building is equipped with a geothermal water pump and glass with a low solar factor (zta value) was chosen, which means that cooling systems need to be less heavily dimensioned. Charging stations are also provided at all parking spaces, neighbouring businesses can use them.

With the new building, Staalhandel Noesen is ready for the future, a growing and efficient business and the necessary attention for its employees.