HIRSEHAVEN

Certified construction chooses slim balconies in Ultra High Performance Concrete

Build Year

2022-2024

Architect

Archidea Arkitekter

Entrepreneur

Raundahl & Moesby

Engineer

OBH Gruppen

Builder

Heimstaden Danmark

FAMILY-FRIENDLY RENTAL APARTMENTS WITH HIGH INTEREST

Hirsehaven, idyllically located in the danish city of Esbjerg's vibrant center, represents a new residential neighborhood developed by Raundahl & Moesby on behalf of the developer Heimstaden Denmark. This modern residential building, spanning 12,000 m², includes 132 rental apartments designed to combine functionality and quality with aesthetic appeal, all embraced by lush green areas that invite both tranquility and community. Even before the construction was completed, all the apartments were fully rented, demonstrating significant interest in the area.

Hirsehaven consists of three block buildings with varying floor heights, offering a range of housing types from two to four rooms. All apartments are designed with either a private terrace or balcony, allowing residents to enjoy the beautiful surroundings in privacy. The sleek balconies, made of Ultra High Performance Concrete (UHPC), are produced by Hi-Con.

SLEEK BALCONIES AND CANOPIES IN ULTRA HIGH PERFORMANCE CONCRETE

Choosing Hi-Con to supply the balconies and canopies for Hirsehaven was a natural decision, as the project's balconies and canopies were already planned in Ultra High Performance Concrete from the start. The choice of UHPC for the elements has made it possible to create sleek and modern designs for Hirsehaven, while also adding durability, strength, and functionality to the construction.

For the project, Hi-Con delivered 105 parapet balconies in grey UHPC CRC i2 in three different variants, with lengths ranging from 3.32 m to 4.16 m. The balconies feature a cast parapet along one side. Hi-Con also designed the railings, which are made of galvanized bar railings.

In addition to the balconies, Hi-Con also delivered 9 canopies in grey UHPC CRC i2 in two different sizes.

Photo: Christensen Photography

GREEN CHOICES IN FOCUS

Green choices have been a central theme throughout the project, with Hirsehaven focusing on comfort, natural light, and green surroundings. Hirsehaven has achieved DGNB Gold certification and required product-specific EPDs for the materials used in the project.

Hi-Con's EPD for balconies can be found here.

The choice of ultra high performance concrete for the balconies is not coincidental, as the construction has focused on making responsible material and product choices. With UHPC balconies, it is possible to cast very slender elements, significantly reducing concrete consumption compared to traditional concrete balconies. This is due to the material's extreme strength.

The durability of the material also supports Hirsehaven's focus. With an expected lifespan of over 100 years, UHPC requires no maintenance or replacement, resulting in lower lifetime costs for both the developer and the end user. This ensures the long-term comfort of the residents while also reducing future maintenance costs.

You can read more about our environmental efforts here