Bouwcampus : Circular parking building

Bouwcampus : Circular parking building

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ThermoWood®

Fire retardant

ThermoWood®

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At the Limburg DC Bouwcampus 2.0 in Diepenbeek, a pioneering circular parking building has redefined innovation in the construction industry. Designed by Jaspers-Eyers Architects in collaboration with Democo, the project is a milestone in sustainable and adaptable architecture.

Modular design for a circular future

 

Built on modular principles, the structure is not only scalable—allowing expansion to up to 500 parking spaces—but also designed for future repurposing. Flexibility was a key design criterion.

 

Jaspers-Eyers Architects explain: "The building is pre-engineered for the addition of another level to accommodate more vehicles. But more importantly, it is designed for multiple future uses. For example, ceiling heights exceed those of standard parking garages, and the central ramp can be dismantled. If car use decreases—which we would welcome—the building doesn’t have to be demolished. Instead, it can be repurposed, preserving its value over time."

 

This circular vision also extends to the facade. Made from ThermoWood® pine by LDCwood, the dynamic and detachable exterior is designed for reuse elsewhere. This reflects a product-as-a-service approach, where facade components are intended to re-enter the supply chain.

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Durable, fire retardant timber

 

The ThermoWood® pine, thermally modified for enhanced durability, achieves durability class 1 with a minimum lifespan of 25 years. It also offers excellent dimensional stability, ensuring the wooden slats maintain their shape over time.

 

Further, the use of Burnblock® flame-retardant treatment brings the material in line with stringent fire safety standards.

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Material passport for maximum reusability

 

A key innovation is the building’s material passport, derived from its BIM model and modular facade. This tool enhances the traceability and future reuse of materials, reinforcing the building’s long-term value and aligning with circular economy principles.

 

The parking building also incorporates advanced sustainable technologies, such as solar panels and energy-efficient lighting, making it energy self-sufficient and reducing its environmental impact even further. This makes the parking building not only a functional and flexible part of Construction Campus 2.0, but also a source of inspiration for future projects striving for innovation, sustainability and the circular economy.

 

A flagship project in circular construction

 

With its modular structure, reusable facade, materials passport, and sustainable technologies, this parking facility stands as a tangible example of circular architecture in action. It positions Bouwcampus 2.0 as a benchmark for future developments focused on innovation, sustainability, and long-term adaptability.

Project fiche

 

Architect: Jaspers-Eyers Architects
Contractor: Democo
Research department: AB Associates
Client: Limburg DC and POM Limburg

 

Source: Architectura (Tim Janssens)