The former Raymond Mallien fur factory redeveloped thanks to VDD Project Development
The former Mallien fur factory, one of the jewels of the Grand Sablon in Brussels, is to be given a permanent lease of life. VDD Project Development, a property developer specialising in the restoration of historic sites, is the new shareholder of the Sablon NV heritage company, which owns the iconic building. The developer's aim is to make the Grand Sablon 40 an essential meeting place in Brussels.
Finally a breakthrough for the Gesù monastery in Brussels
For nearly 20 years, a solution has been sought for the iconic - but neglected - Gesù site on Rue Royale in Brussels. Following earlier plans for a five-star hotel and a food market, real estate developers VDD Project Development and partner Redet have obtained the final permit for an innovative residential and commercial development programme.
Pritzker Architecture Prize 2023 for David Chipperfield!
This year's Pritzker Architecture Prize, also known as the "Nobel Prize in Architecture", was more than deservedly awarded to David Chipperfield, the architect of The Grand.
The Dome redevelopment project gets the green light from Brussels
A green light has been given to the long-awaited redevelopment project, The Dome, on the corner of Beursplein and Anspachlaan. The Dome, as it was christened by the developer team at VDD Project Development and Vervoordt r.e., is a multifunctional building with 21,000 m2 of retail, restaurant, office and residential space. The design stands out for its architectural allure and respect for the story behind the building and its surrounding environment. The project is also typified by the building's integration in the surrounding public space and by the variety of urban functions that it houses. The renovation of this iconic building in the heart of the city represents a milestone in the revitalisation of Brussels city centre.
