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Virgo Aalsmeer is special on account of its nature-inclusive character, which fits seamlessly with the ambitions of Schiphol Area Development Company and the City of Aalsmeer for the Green Park Aalsmeer business park. Thanks to our collaboration with ecologists and landscape architects, the building is blending in with the local flora and fauna, occupying a prominent and special place in the overall area.

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Inspired by the Westeinderplassen heritage.

The nature-inclusive design fits in seamlessly with the local flora and fauna. This special destination was created in close collaboration with ecologists and landscape architects.

The LED lighting in the aisles is equipped with presence sensors. The 1,900 m² biodiverse roof garden forms a green oasis for birds and insects. To keep this roof garden green, a maintenance irrigation system has been integrated into the building. There are charging stations for electric vehicles in the passenger vehicle parking area. These charging points are fully supplied with sustainably generated energy. Both staff and visitors can use the charging stations. With a roof area of close to 20,000 m2, almost 1,000 households can, after the installation of PV panels, be supplied with solar electricity.

Our ambition was to make this destination as sustainable as possible. The starting point was to save as much as possible on energy needs. In addition, we are using sustainable materials to optimize the shell of the building. For example, we selected Kingspan Quadcore sandwich panels for the façade, as they are light and use 12% less material. We applied effective technology to control temperatures, and monitor and measure energy consumption, among other things. The basic construction of the building consists of a steel skeleton with optimized dimensions and a main wooden supporting structure for the roof. All wood used in the building is FSC-certified.

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This sustainable, state-of-the-art distribution center is ideally located in the heart of the Metropolitan Region Amsterdam (MRA), between Schiphol and Royal Floraholland, the largest flower auction in the world. With the airport just 10 minutes away, this is a prime location for companies targeting the international market.

A gateway to the world.

Completed in Q2 2022.
Fully leased to Paardekooper.

Completed in Q2
2022. Fully leased to
Paardekooper.

Virgo Aalsmeer

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When approaching the destination, the wooden arch structure is what will caught the eye first. We positioned the logistics forecourt on the rear side of the plot on purpose. To create a seamless transition between the garden, the curved ecological screen, and the surrounding urban agriculture.

The starting point for Vega Amsterdam was optimal integration between the various subareas within Business Park Amsterdam Osdorp. The wave motion arising from the site creates a seamless transition between the landscape and the building, creating synergy between Nature and Functionality, as well as its unique look. The roof is partly designed as a green roof and partly equipped with PV panels, adding value beyond aesthetics. Among other things, the presence of vegetation on the roof captures rainwater and makes a positive contribution to enhancing biodiversity. It also acts as an additional layer of insulation, reducing the rate at which the building heats up in the summer and cools down in the winter. The curvature of the roof also has a positive effect on the orientation of the PV panels, achieving more optimal efficiency.

Senior Architect, Jordy Aarts 
Heembouw Architecten

The type of Nature we plant are native species that belong in this area and that can already be found in the perimeter. These will provide an abundance of food and shelter for animals and insects. Also, it offers better thermal insulation, better health, and an overall better environment for the users of the destination and its surroundings. Our design plan for Vega Amsterdam is defined around three area types; ground level, façades, and the roof landscape.

Wherever we can, we let Nature grow and optimize it.

Vega Amsterdam is a unique example of a logistics destination being developed in a nature-inclusive manner. Through our alliance with Rebel Group, we have objectively assessed the environmental, social, and financial effects of this approach. These findings are visualized through the Gaia® connection grid and show how investing in Nature adds value for all.

We measure our ecological contribution through the Gaia® connection grid.

By meeting the strict criteria of the European guidelines for taxonomy (EU Taxonomy), Vega Amsterdam is at the forefront of sustainable logistics developments in the Netherlands. An important step forward in the pursuit of sustainability goals set forth in the Paris Agreement. This initiative, led by Stellar Development and Heembouw, emphasizes the crucial role of sustainable construction and helps in the fight against ‘greenwashing’. The emphasis here is on reliable and transparent investments in truly sustainable projects. After all, what we build today affects our tomorrow.

Vega Amsterdam is finished on the inside with a natural coating. This coating, combined with a tremendous amount of natural light, results in a calm and pleasant working environment. The offices are designed as transitional zones between the inside and outside world, not just in terms of functionality, but also in experience and finishing. In these areas, the wooden elements and green façades come together with the light color scheme of the warehouse, creating a pleasant working environment here as well with a view of the beautiful surroundings.

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With a prime location in Business Park Amsterdam Osdorp, Vega Amsterdam is located right in the middle of the Amsterdam Metropolitan Area. Business Park Amsterdam Osdorp sure is to become the most state-of-the-art working environment in the Netherlands, featuring its own urban park (complete with water features and elaborate footpaths). The area integrates work, recreation, and social functions in a unique way with room for nature, biodiversity, and urban agriculture.

Completion Q2 2026.

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