ZNLT
Meaning “zero net land take”: by adding an extra floor to existing buildings, Covivio created new residential spaces without using up precious land.
Auf’m Bruch
Built in the 1950s, the former hub of Mülheim’s steelmaking industry now nestles in the city’s Wittkamp park. Covivio owns all 30 buildings comprising some 150 apartments. To allow as many people as possible to live in this currently highly sought-after district, Covivio decided to increase the capacity of the residential buildings by adding an extra floor. As such, by the end of 2023, 60 modern apartments will be built on the 3rd floor of these historic buildings.
Adding an extra floor allowed us to build 60 new apartments, almost all of which are currently occupied. This major operation also has a sustainable aspect, as we created new homes with zero land take by capitalising on existing structures.
Jochen Humpert
Director of Property Management Residential, Covivio, Germany
Sustainable approach
Auf’m Bruch, a bridgehead towards sustainable housing:
- designed in accordance with German “KFW Effizienzhaus 55 EE” energy classification sustainability specifications
- heated solely by heat pumps combined with top-grade thermal insulation and underfloor heating
- rooftop solar panels
- smart heat pump control systems to reduce fossil fuel consumption
Auf’m Bruch in 3 words
Comfort
Spacious units with premium fittings offering maximum comfort.
Sustainability
Auf’m Bruch is an exemplary virtuous and sustainable residential complex benefiting from numerous energy-saving measures.
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