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# Marble-Accented Bright Apartments
The New Development by Bovenbouw is Shopping District-Adjacent

By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-11-26 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bright-apartments
References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2018/11/24/bovenbouw-antwerp-apartments-meir-interior-design/) & [bovenbouw.be](https://bovenbouw.be/#!/)

These luxe and bright apartments are located at the far end of Meir which is the busiest shopping district in the city of Antwerp. Local design studio [Bovenbouw](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bovenbouw-architectuur-1) brings together the 19t-century buildings to create contemporary dwellings that retain some of their [historic charms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/danil). The original facades were preserved, while the end result brings eight new bright apartments that are located above shopping level.

The living abodes' dynamic neighborhood will surely amplify the convenience for residents, while their highly sculptural and gorgeous interior adds to a refined aesthetic. Bovenbouw focused on fostering a distinct identity for each of the bright apartments. Attempting to unify through diversity, each space was developed "through a method of association and improvisation."

Photo Credits: [Filip Dujardin](http://www.filipdujardin.be/)

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.0/10
- Popularity: 63% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Luxe Apartments:** Creating high-end apartment living experiences with luxurious amenities and refined aesthetics.
- **Preserving Historic Charm:** Revitalizing historic buildings while maintaining their original facades and incorporating modern design elements.
- **Dynamic Neighborhood Living:** Developing residential spaces in proximity to bustling shopping districts for increased convenience and accessibility.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Real Estate:** Opportunity for developers to create upscale apartments that provide residents with luxurious living experiences.
- **Architecture:** Demand for architects and design studios to transform historic buildings into contemporary dwellings while retaining their original charm.
- **Retail:** Opportunities for retailers to leverage the proximity to residential areas in shopping districts to attract customers and enhance foot traffic.

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