Impactful Returns: Investing in Circular Construction with NICE
NICE Developers investors the opportunity to add Paris Proof buildings to their portfolio and generate returns. Imagine: a certified (wood) construction system, a viable business case, market-based maintenance costs, and a major impact because you are contributing to a better climate. Investing in construction has never been so rewarding!
Investing in the Future
That circular and timber construction are not mere trends, but solid, enduring developments, read it hereAs an investor, you are looking for a good balance between return and risk. With our certified NICE Concept , we NICE Concept the security of proven technology and a contribution to a healthy future. We have done it before, we are doing it now, and we will continue to do it. This is our mission; this is where our expertise lies. For you as an investor, this means, in a nutshell: the opportunity to contribute – quickly and safely – to reducing CO2 emissions by building with timber, making social and urban impact, and receiving returns for it. What's more: timber construction could prove to be a better long-term investment than traditional (concrete) construction. You always invest for the future: investing is foresight. Consider future laws and regulations, and it becomes clear: you want to invest in future-proof buildings, designed for generations to come.
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NICE Impact: Paris Proof and Enhanced Added Value
As a timber construction developer, we possess the necessary experience and operate with full transparency. We are also capable of managing a complete development from A to Z, at a price competitive with traditional construction. The most rewarding aspect: as an investor, you add a valuable building to your real estate portfolio while contributing to a better world. Together, we build the future!
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SAWA
“Time is running out,” according to the Council for the Environment
Council for the Environment: to prevent a new construction halt, housing development must become greener.
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SAWA Welcomes First Residents
Neighbors meet at sustainable heights
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NICE to meet you… at the Timber Construction Expo
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SAWA's Journey to Completion
Exciting times at NICE Developers! Check out these beautiful new photos of SAWA in Rotterdam, captured by Ossip.
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Less Demolition, More Reuse – NICE Signs HouseEurope!
By signing HouseEurope!, NICE advocates for a future where renovation and reuse are the norm. No unnecessary demolition, but rather the preservation of what is valuable – for the climate, the city, and future generations.
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Teachers, healthcare professionals, and police officers find a home in SAWA
Mid-market rental properties in SAWA successfully allocated to individuals in essential public professions and those transitioning from social housing.
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NICE Reports: Freek Boeijen
The construction of SAWA is in full swing, with completion expected in the middle of next year and registration for rental properties in SAWA starting soon. This is a good time to ask Freek Boeijen, director at Focus on Impact of NICE, and owner of the rental properties in SAWA, why he is investing in SAWA and NICE.
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SAWA out of the scaffolding
The construction of SAWA, Rotterdam's first 50-meter-high circular wooden building, is approaching a significant completion phase. As SAWA is largely emerging from its scaffolding, the pure and light character of its wooden design is becoming increasingly visible.
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SAWA featured in NTR program Focus “Building with Wood”
In this episode, Mark Compeer and Robert Winkel share their vision on timber construction, and SAWA is extensively highlighted as the prime example of how we should build more in the future if we want to reduce CO2 aim to reduce emissions and by 2050 be CO2 2-neutral.
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Joining forces for the Timber Construction Game
We are joining forces for the largest competition on sustainable change. Register for the timber construction game to jointly accelerate large-scale timber construction in the Netherlands!
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NICE 5 Years – The Aftermovie
We are celebrating our 5th anniversary this month, which we commemorated with many of our partners during an inspiring day filled with insights, innovation, and impact. If you missed this event or wish to relive the atmosphere, you can watch the aftermovie here:
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Unveiling of the NICE Tower
The world's tallest circular wooden residential tower
On a festive day at the Maaspodium, where NICE Developers its fifth anniversary, Jos Melchers, Director of Urban Development for the municipality of Rotterdam, unveiled the latest milestone in sustainable urban development: the NICE Tower.
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Peregrine Falcon Penthouse Marks SAWA's Highest Point
SAWA Rotterdam Celebrates Another Significant Milestone
SAWA, the Netherlands' very first 50-meter-high circular timber residential building, has reached its highest point. This milestone was symbolically marked by the placement of a specially designed nest box, "the peregrine falcon's penthouse," on SAWA's roof, signifying the iconic building's definitive height.
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Timber at Great Heights
Brief SAWA Construction Update
Eight enormous stability trusses have been incorporated into SAWA. The trusses were produced at the Derix Factory in Westerkappeln, Germany.
One wooden truss weighs a remarkable 7 tons and spans approximately 14 meters.
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SAWA Reaches the Tenth Floor!
SAWA is growing! And at an impressive pace. This week, the tenth floor has already been reached. The distinctive stepped form of SAWA is now clearly visible, and from the shell homes, one can already appreciate the stunning views that future residents will soon enjoy.
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Video Recap: SAWA Timber Construction Commences
SAWA's construction is well underway, and we reflect on the significant milestone of Monday, March 4th, when Alderman Chantal Zeegers enthusiastically inaugurated the start of timber construction.
Signing of "the New Normal" by South Holland frontrunners at NICE in Rotterdam.
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South Holland frontrunners sign manifesto for a new standard in circular construction.
Accelerating the circular construction economy together in the province of South Holland
South Holland celebrates a milestone for the circular construction economy. Innovative leaders from the province gathered at NICE Developers Rotterdam to sign the New Normal manifesto.
From left to right: Jeroen Heijdra (ERA Contour), Robert Winkel (Nice Developers Mei architects and planners), Alderman Chantal Zeegers (Municipality of Rotterdam), Freek Boeijen (Focus on Impact), Bianca Seekles (TBI), Mark Compeer (NICE Developers).
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Timber construction of SAWA proudly inaugurated by Alderman Chantal Zeegers
On Monday, March 4th, Alderman for Climate, Building and Housing, Chantal Zeegers, officially launched the timber construction at SAWA by hoisting the first wooden beam onto the columns. This significant milestone for SAWA marks an important step towards innovation in the construction sector and a sustainable future.
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SAWA timber production in full swing
SAWA's wood production is running at full speed. Last week, we visited Mei architects and planners Derix factory in Westerkappeln, just across the border in Germany, with the NICE and Mei architects and planners team to experience the production process up close.
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Column: Benefits for the Community
Offer benefits to the community and expedite housing delivery. "Over 900,000 homes were to be added by the end of 2023," was the ambition of outgoing minister De Jonge. This week's Nieuwsuur broadcast revealed a lack of insight into the progress made towards achieving this ambition.
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FD: SAWA Ticks All the Boxes!
Yesterday, FD Persoonlijk featured an article on urban outdoor living. SAWA was prominently highlighted in that piece, with its striking, expansive outdoor spaces extending over 100 square meters, serving as a commendable example of high-rise living that offers not only breathtaking views but also a connection to nature and the outdoors.
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NICE paves the way for a climate-conscious future
Leyla Boulton from the Financial Times traveled to the Netherlands and spoke with Dutch architects/developers who are pioneers in the development of greener buildings, asking them how they envision the future of the construction sector and how we can collectively achieve this radical transformation.
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Column: Building Paris Proof
In our office café NICE Place, we host groups two to three times a week for a 'SAWA Experience.' During these presentations, we talk ourselves hoarse proclaiming that today, only timber construction projects should be pursued.
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Focus Real Estate invests in 70 apartments in SAWA
On May 6th, the environmental permit for the highly acclaimed SAWA project was granted by the Municipality of Rotterdam. As no objections were filed, the legal transfer could take place in July.
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NICE receives capital injection from Focus Real Estate
Wood construction developer NICE Developers capital injection from Focus Real Estate, strengthening its leading position
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NEPROM New Gen Spring Event at SAWA
The Spring Event of the NEPROM New Generation – representing young real estate professionals within NEPROM – on March 15th focused on (residential) timber construction.
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Full-page article about SAWA in the AD
“When the washing machine operates in the SAWA timber residential tower, the rest of the building does not vibrate along.”
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Focus Real Estate Invests in SAWA
We are proud to announce our investor: Focus Real Estate. SAWA will soon feature 50 mid-rental apartments, 20 free-sector units, and 39 owner-occupied homes. All new residents will soon live in a sustainable wooden building rich in greenery and designed for social interaction.
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Private: Timber Construction is the Future
‘The construction industry is generally conservative, risk-averse, and aims for profit maximization, leading to a continuous preference for building with (inexpensive) concrete,’ states the article from Notariaat Magazine that appeared this week.
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Manifesto "Build the Healthy and Shared City"
The end of the year is approaching, and preparations for the municipal elections will commence in the new year. With the holidays approaching, we have sent the Manifesto "Build the Healthy and Shared City" to the members of political parties in the 20 largest municipalities with an urgent appeal.
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SAWA model to EXPO REAL in Munich
The wooden model of SAWA is en route to Munich, where EXPO REAL will take place from October 4th to 6th. This marks the 24th edition of this international real estate fair.
