22-bed apartment, Antwerp

The Tide is a newly built student residence located on Italiëlei in Antwerp, directly opposite AP University of Applied Sciences and within walking distance of the University of Antwerp, the Eilandje district and the MAS museum. The project comprises 130 student rooms, 10 residential studios and a commercial ground floor unit, responding to the growing demand for high-quality student accommodation in the city. The student rooms range in size from 19 m² to 31 m² and each features a private, enclosed bathroom with a rain shower, washbasin, toilet and water-saving taps. The rooms are delivered fully move-in ready, including custom-made furniture, a desk worktop, a double bed with slatted base, built-in storage, lighting, curtains and painted walls. Upon completion, they are immediately ready for use. Each floor is equipped with a fully fitted communal kitchen, complemented by a pleasant shared living area that enhances comfort and the social atmosphere of the residence. The building offers two lifts, an underground bicycle storage facility with 155 spaces and 48 underground parking spaces, with the option to install electric charging points. Every room is fitted with an individual wifi connection, an intercom system and smoke detectors in compliance with current regulations. The Tide has been designed as a sustainable and future-oriented development, featuring a collective energy system based on heat pumps and solar panels, underfloor heating, high-quality insulation and rainwater recovery. Energy management is handled by an ESCO partner, contributing to a stable and hassle-free long-term operation.