News – Brussels-North in transition: The shift towards mixed-use urban development adapted to the era of teleworking
The transformation of the northern district of Brussels is well underway, moving from a single-function use of offices to a vibrant mix.
This is evidenced by the opening of The Hoxton Hotel and the exemplary ZIN conversion of the WTC1 &2 towers into housing, hotel, offices and public spaces.
Public and mobility facilities (via metro line 3) will accompany the transition and connection of the district, according to the convictions of Pascal Smet, Secretary of State for Urban Planning.
The functional mix (not forgetting crafts and industry) illustrated by this zone is an urgent solution for the development of our metropolises.
The reincarnation of this “Little Manhattan” perfectly represents the upheaval in the workplace landscape. The recent normalization of hybrid work relies on innovative coworking space solutions ( Silversquare ), conference venues ( Comet Meetings ), and other “Remote Workspaces” ( Ooofer ).
Teleworking is also one of these long-term solutions.
We are convinced that it must be accompanied by suitable infrastructure in homes to ensure a good work-life balance. Setting up a home office with a physical boundary is not always possible. For homeowners with gardens, garden offices offer this possibility as a sustainable and economical alternative to traditional extensions.