Bruges

In Re-Value, Bruges will investigate how the ambitious plans the city has for its ‘Kaaidistrict’ (Quay District) can transform the currently monofunctional and fully paved area to a sustainable, climate neutral and climate resilient and multifunctional city-district to serve as inspiration for other parts of the city and outside of it. Through extensive collaborations, Bruges aims to develop innovative strategies encompassing quality of life, urban mobility, climate policies, new development approaches (f.i. new governance models and masterplans), and enhanced participation among public, private stakeholders and less typical stakeholders such as creative organisations and citizens.

Specifically, the interventions will focus on taking actions identified in a concept study for the Kaaidistrict from 2022. This vision aims to transform the area from what’s today dominated by the legacy of ‘soft’ industry, into a neighbourhood leaving room for retail sale, food vendors and local artisans, combined with living and recreation.

In order to achieve the level of ambition for the Kaaidistrict, Bruges will explore new strategies in the field of spatial policy and planning, climate policy, vision development and collaboration between the public and private sector. The development of this new urban district can only be realised by and with all stakeholders: owners, developers, users, residents, the local harbour and all government authorities involved. This project in the Kaaidistrict will hopefully be a showcase of how the climate ambitions and ambitions about spatial quality can be anchored in the spatial instruments and toolbox.

Learn more on the local Kaaidistrict website.