Start pre-sale deelgebied Nicoya in Cartesius Utrecht
The pre-sale has started in the Nicoya sub-area with 25 townhouses in Costa, 2 maisonettes in Coco, and 52 apartments, including 4 penthouses in Cobana. Nicoya has been developed by MRP and Ballast Nedam Development, designed by Paul de Ruiter Architects with landscape architecture by Donker Design, and the urban planning is by Mecanoo. In the large-scale healthy area development of Cartesius in Utrecht, next to Zuilen station, approximately 3,000 homes will range from social rental and starter homes to large apartments and luxury townhouses. The first homes in the Nicoya sub-area will go on sale in the spring, with construction guaranteed to start this spring.
Cartesius – A Progressive Healthy Urban Neighborhood
In Nicoya, 25 spacious sustainable townhouses will be built, ranging in size from 160 m² to 208 m² with three or four bedrooms and French doors leading to a private garden. All townhouses are adjacent to the communal courtyard garden. There are 52 apartments with sizes ranging from 58 m² to 155 m², including 4 penthouses with either a delightful garden or a balcony overlooking the greenery. The homes are future-proof and will foster a sustainable, healthy, and vital Cartesius lifestyle.
The sales and construction of Nicoya, the second phase of the Cartesius area development, will start in the spring of 2023. The second phase will see the creation of 770 homes, including 165 social rental units. The CAB will become the 'living room of the neighborhood' and will feature, among other things, a supermarket with a wide range of organic products, dining venues, and workspaces for creative businesses. Cartesius Park will become a green oasis in the heart of the neighborhood.
Healthy and Sustainable Living in Nicoya
In and around Cartesius, people can live in harmony with each other, the city, and nature. Inspired by the scientific theory of Blue Zones, Cartesius will be a lively, sustainable, and green urban district. It will feature a diverse and inclusive living environment and a spatial setting where social interaction and physical activity are central. At least 30% of the district will be landscaped with green spaces designed for relaxation and enjoyment, which will also enhance the area's climate adaptation and biodiversity. The homes in Nicoya are sustainable, future-proof, and offer numerous benefits.
Energy-neutral, Physical activity, Shared mobility
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The homes are energy-neutral. The energy for hot tap water andheating is generated through a collective ground source energy system and equipped with solar panels.
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All townhouses feature a green sedum roof, and the apartment buildings have a climate-adaptive white roof to ensure a pleasant temperature during summer.
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Buyers will receive a free introductory subscription to shared mobility services.
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There are ample and comfortable bicycle parking facilities, combined with bike paths, and with the new bike tunnel under the railway, residents in Cartesius can easily reach the historic city center.
Natuur, groen, biodiversiteit
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The inner garden, covering approximately 3,700 m², offers privacy and connects people with nature. It features beautiful walking paths and seating elements for social interactions.
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The townhouses have private gardens that organically transition into the larger courtyard, enhancing the experience of abundant greenery in the city center.
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The courtyard is a true biotope designed in collaboration with the city ecologist and Mecanoo for landscape architecture. Native plants have been carefully selected to provide privacy for residents and relaxation for passersby. There will be a parking garage integrated into the inner garden, with trees literally growing up from the garage into the air.
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A beautifully designed entrance leads directly into the green courtyard Building facades filled with planters and climbing plants ensure that there is always a view of greenery.
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The green facades are collectively owned to ensure they are well maintained.
Circulair, Gezonde voeding, Community
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The circular Circo! kitchen by Bruynzeel seamlessly aligns with the principles and sustainable vision of Cartesius.
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Learn more about this here. The homes feature fully equipped bathrooms with Duravit Starck fixtures and Mosa cradle-to-cradle tiling.
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A communal living room is provided, featuring a Circo! kitchen from Bruynzeel, enhancing the community feel.
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Residents of Cartesius benefit from a membership in the Cartesius area association, which organizes various activities, both individual and collective.
