Bosstraat

With an E-rating between E18 and E20, these four homes are well below the BEN standard. This translates into an energy bill that is noticeably lower than that of a home which only just meets the standard.

A heat pump keeps the home and the water at the right temperature all year round, whilst the ventilation system continuously brings in fresh air without the need to open a window.

The four homes are situated in the peaceful village of Kastel, between two ferries across the Scheldt. Residents here have nature on their doorstep: the dykes of the Scheldt Valley Moerzeke-Kastel nature reserve stretch for kilometres and are ideal for walking and cycling along the water’s edge.

For families, this means an after-dinner stroll or a Sunday bike ride, without ever having to take the car.

A light-coloured brick façade and large glazed areas define the appearance of the four homes, visually drawing the garden into the living space.

This sense of openness continues indoors: the kitchen, dining area and living room flow seamlessly into one another, with scope for personal choices in the finishes.