The project
VMA played a crucial role in the electrical and HVAC installations for the campus. The project involved a wide range of technologies tailored to the needs of a modern educational institution:
- High-voltage and electrical panels
- Lighting and switching equipment
- Data networks and videophone systems
- Fire detection and access control
- Barrier systems and audio installations
- HVAC systems
These systems are fully integrated into a future-proof environment designed to meet the needs of both students and staff.
Sustainability as a core value
The new buildings comply with strict Nearly Zero Energy Building standards and use renewable energy sources such as geothermal energy for 80% of their heating requirements.
Water reuse is another key feature of the design: wastewater is purified on-site and, along with buffered rainwater, reused in the facility. This approach makes the campus nearly fully circular and significantly reduces the use of city water.
Technology plays a key role in making the Howest campus sustainable, circular, and close to energy-neutral
Joachim Agneessens ~ Regional Director Operations Electro
A unique collaboration
Thanks to close cooperation with the client and the involvement of several VMA areas of expertise, the building was taken to the next level. The seamless integration of technologies within a well-coordinated process was essential to the project’s success.
The result
The Howest Bruges campus is not only an architectural landmark in the cityscape, but also a benchmark for how sustainability and technology can go hand in hand. With flexible expansion possibilities, green outdoor spaces, and energy-efficient systems, this campus stands as a forward-thinking model for educational infrastructure. VMA is proud to be part of this achievement and to contribute to the future of education in Bruges.
