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🚀 Expert Talks: Digitalization & Sustainability in Construction and Real Estate This week, our colleagues in Luxembourg hosted our Expert Talks at "Come à la Maison" Groupe for an insightful session on Digitalization & Sustainability in Construction and Real Estate. 90 minutes of presentations and discussions, followed by a joint networking lunch. The guests got impactful insights from our speakers: 🔹 Minu Tegethoff - Senior Expert, Smarter Buildings, Drees & Sommer - explained how smart buildings will drive sustainability in construction and real estate, covering the latest advancements, energy efficiency impacts, and practical applications. 🔹 Dr. Marielle Ferreira Silva - Consultant, Sustainability and ESG, Drees & Sommer Luxembourg - spoke on building compliance and essential regulations for successful projects. 🔹 Michael Moradiellos del Molino - Managing Director, Drees & Sommer Belgium & Head of Real Estate, EPEA Benelux - delved into circular buildings and the Cradle-to-Cradle methodology, highlighting the challenges and solutions in the field of circular economy. The event was moderated by Maximilien Ast, Managing Director at Drees & Sommer Luxembourg, and provided valuable insights into future trends and developments. We thank everyone who attended and contributed to the success of this event. 👏 Stay tuned for more updates and upcoming events! #DreSo #Digitalization #Sustainability #Construction #RealEstate #SmartBuildings #ESG #CircularBuildings

🏗️ Podcast contribution: Can we build new buildings using old ones? As the linear way of construction reaches its limits—resources, waste space, and the biosphere's capacity to absorb greenhouse gases—it is worth exploring practices that embrace a circular model instead. The recent episode of The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)’s podcast “21st Century Construction” delves into how the construction industry could become more circular, featuring examples from New York, Brussels and London. 👉 In Brussels, Michael Moradiellos del Molino, International Head of Sustainability and Circularity at Drees & Sommer, and Frederik Jacobs, Architect, CEO at CONIX RDBM Architects, discuss two landmark Urban Mining projects. The renovations of the Multi tower and ZIN have shifted the mindset in Brussels, demonstrating the potential for material reuse and leading to stricter demolition regulations. ✔️ The ZIN project, developed by Befimmo, is one of the largest Urban Mining projects in Europe, spanning over 110,000 m². Over 1,000 tons of materials were reused, and 30,000 tons were upcycled. ✔️ The Multi tower was the first CO2-neutral office building in Brussels. The project reused 89% of the existing concrete, saving 3,259 tons of embedded carbon and 20,000 tons of waste. To enable Urban Mining on a larger scale, it is essential to present the scientific and business case for reuse in a way that all stakeholders can understand and work with. Ultimately, it is not about advocating for a single solution to address sustainability in construction. There are multiple approaches: building with wood or concrete, undertaking renovations, partial renovations, or new constructions. “We will need to find solutions everywhere,” says Michael Moradiellos del Molino. You can listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/e5jzEDG2 #sustainability #urbanmining #dreso Pictures copyright: ZIN © Philippe van Gelooven/Befimmo/Jaspers-Eyers

⭐ We’re excited to share that we have been ranked in the prestigious Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top Lists for the fourth consecutive year! We secured the 5th spot in the “Top 20 Non-U.S. Firms in International Construction Management and Program Management Fees” and achieved an impressive 7th place in the “Manufacturing” category of the Top 225 International Design Firms. These rankings reflect our continued commitment to excellence in the construction and engineering sectors, even amidst global challenges such as inflation, climate change, and supply chain disruptions. We also made significant strides in the “Top 225 International Design Firms” category, showcasing our strength and resilience across diverse market segments. A huge thank you to our dedicated teams for their outstanding work and passion. Together, we are continuing to shape the future of the built environment! 🌏 #Dreso #Brussels #EngineeringNewsRecord #Manufacturing #Design #Sustainability

Dit jaar waren we opnieuw partner van de #CircularRealEstate conferentie, georganiseerd in The Belpaire - het meest circulaire kantoorgebouw van Brussel - waar ons Drees & Sommer België team graag aan bijdroeg. Onze collega's, Michael Moradiellos del Molino en Vince Limpens, verwelkomden de gasten hartelijk en voerden verhelderende gesprekken over innovatieve oplossingen en kansen voor het stimuleren van circulair vastgoed. Hein van Tuijl ging samen met andere deskundige keynote sprekers in op essentiële vastgoeddilemma's zoals herontwikkeling versus nieuwbouw, financiering versus waarde, en risico's versus aansprakelijkheid en garanties, en liet inspirerende best practices zien. 🤝Terugkijkend op de succesvolle editie van dit jaar willen we Management Productions hartelijk bedanken voor hun uitstekende organisatie. Zij interviewden keynote sprekers om hun gedachten over het combineren van circulaire en biogebaseerde benaderingen te vangen, waarbij ze inspirerende projecten en belangrijke aandachtspunten belichtten. Bekijk de aftermovie hieronder om een indruk te krijgen van deze inspirerende dag. ⤵ We kijken uit naar het evenement van volgend jaar op 16 oktober 2025. Ben jij erbij?

⚡ It is the lifeblood of our society. Without a properly functioning infrastructure, everything grinds to a halt: power, roads, connections. Often you only realize how important infrastructure is when everything stops working – but even a minor disruption is noticed immediately. That’s why we say: MOVE IT! ⬆ Our experts work tirelessly to prevent any disruption. Using our expertise in technical and social infrastructure projects, we ensure that society’s lifelines function safely and reliably, and continue to evolve and improve. Whether a project involves hospitals, railways, schools or power lines, our teams are always ready to help. We also look after everything from administration buildings and district heating to supply and disposal – and safe roads. MOVE IT stands for: 👉 Holistic planning and implementation – from the initial idea to ensuring a stable outcome 👉 Solutions that keep people and goods moving every day of the week 👉 Sustainable infrastructure that is environmentally friendly and in harmony with social values   Find out how here we prevent infrastructure grinding to a halt: https://lnkd.in/eCmbW3si

🌟 Exciting International Collaboration at Drees & Sommer! 🌟 Last week, our Brussels and Frankfurt teams had the pleasure of hosting a delegation of 20 HR Directors from Shanghai, organized by BVMW - Bundesverband mittelständische Wirtschaft e.V. This visit was a fantastic opportunity to showcase Drees & Sommer’s innovative approach to #ESG and #sustainability. Our guests were warmly welcomed by Peter Junker, Associate Partner Drees & Sommer, and given a tour of our new Frankfurt office. The highlight of the visit was a comprehensive presentation on Europe’s Sustainability Transition by our ESG expert, Linus Grob from the Brussels team. The session sparked engaging discussions on the challenges and opportunities for the labor market, with insights shared in Chinese, English, and German, thanks to our colleague Feng Shen. Our guests were impressed by some of the more advanced ESG strategies being implemented in Europe. The feedback from our visitors was overwhelmingly positive, and we are thrilled to have inspired new ideas and perspectives on ESG. 🚀We look forward to continuing this valuable exchange of knowledge and fostering international collaboration. Stay tuned with us!

🌍 Transforming Waste into Wealth: Highlights from Our Urban Mining Press Tour 🌍 Last Wednesday, we hosted an international press tour in Brussels, focusing on the innovative concept of Urban Mining. We visited two pioneering projects: the Multi tower and ZIN. Journalists from leading business, real estate, and construction publications across Europe joined us, contributing to a lively discussion alongside experts who shaped these projects. 👉 Urban Mining is revolutionizing the way we handle waste by extracting valuable materials from existing buildings and infrastructure. This approach addresses the critical issue of finite resources and supports the circular economy by reusing and upcycling building materials. The ZIN project and the Multi tower in Brussels are prime examples of successful Urban Mining initiatives. 👉 The Multi tower, developed by Immobel and Whitewood, is a 44,000 m² project and the first CO2-neutral office building in Brussels. It has reused 89% of its existing concrete, significantly reducing embodied carbon and waste. 👉 The ZIN project, developed by Befimmo, spans over 110,000 m² and is one of the largest Urban Mining projects in Europe. It has reused over 1,000 tons of materials and upcycled 30,000 tons, setting new standards for sustainable construction. 95% of the pre-existing towers' mass is reused or recycled, with only 5% non-recovered waste. ✔️ Drees & Sommer and EPEA Benelux have provided Cradle to Cradle consulting and supported the integration of circular economy principles in these projects. Thank you Michael Moradiellos del Molino, Frederik Jacobs, Geoffroy Knipping, Hein van Tuijl and Linus Grob for sharing all the background on the projects and the topics of Urban Mining, Cradle to Cradle, and ESG. A big thank you to Whitewood for making our visit at Multi possible! We are excited to see how these projects and the Brussels example will inspire future sustainable construction initiatives across Europe. Picture credits: ZIN © Philippe van Gelooven/Befimmo/Jaspers-Eyers Architects/51N4E/l'AUC; Multi © Whitewood #sustainability #cradletocradle #epea #dreso

Our team with our wonderful clients and partners had an amazing time at the morning run during EXPO REAL (Messe München)! 🏃♂️   A big thank you to Anian Heydler for leading us through the beautiful streets of Munich. It was a refreshing start to the day, covering a moderate distance of 7 km at an easy pace.   It was great to see everyone come together for a healthy and invigorating activity before diving into the intense conference sessions.   Looking forward to more such exciting networking events in the future! 🌟   #dreso #SportsNetwork #networking #EXPOReal2024 UK Cities & Partners Drees & Sommer EPEA Benelux

The future of the real estate industry is now ⏰ EXPO REAL (Messe München) 2024 showcases the key topics shaping the industry. Four of them stand out, guiding the direction we need to take as a society.  In the words of our CEO, Steffen Szeidl: “Sustainability has always paid off.” Other trends and challenges highlighted at Expo Real through personal conversations, panel discussions, and lectures include protecting critical infrastructures, the emerging asset class of data centers, and sustainable, future-ready new buildings. What topics are important to you? Share your thoughts in the comments! #realestate #sustainability #exporeal #trends #dreso 

✨ “RENAISSANCE IS REAL” – and It’s Undeniably So! The first day at EXPO REAL (Messe München) in Munich has highlighted just how crucial it is to manage existing properties for the future. It’s clear they need more than just a fresh coat of paint.  Alongside numerous visitors and experts, we have already explored many sustainable, economic, and digital solutions to make existing buildings future-ready. Our highlights at a glance:  ⭐ High-level visits:  Stuttgart’s Lord Mayor Frank Nopper, and Franziska Giffey, Senator for Economic Affairs, Energy and Public Enterprises joined us.  ⭐ First exciting panels: Our experts led lively discussions that shed light on key topics such as affordable, green and economical construction, the future of life science real estate and the challenge of making existing buildings climate-neutral. These topics inspired new ways of thinking about sustainable and future-proof cities.   ⭐ A fantastic atmosphere: We’re excited to continue these inspiring conversations tomorrow and explore more exciting topics and projects.  Curious for more? Visit us at booth B2.120 and experience how we are ushering in a new economic era for your assets. 🎨 And don’t miss: Transform yourself into your Renaissance self at our “Renaissance Yourself” station using AI.  What were your highlights from day 1 of EXPO REAL? We look forward to your comments!