Historic building in Antwerp: prominent town houses with roof terrace

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UK Roof acces hatch - roof terrace Bolonia La Grassa Antwerpen

In this article you can read how a hinged access rooflight provides access to the beautiful roof terrace in the centre of Antwerp. It is a dream: living in a wonderful historic building in the heart of Antwerp, and at the same time enjoying the tranquillity and space in a garden roof. This project, called ‘Bolonia la Grassa’ is situated directly behind the Meir at the Lange Nieuwstraat. It is quietly concealed behind two stepped gables from the 16th century. The history of the building goes back much further than that, when in the 14th century Antwerp was an important trading town. The exotic name ‘Bolonia la Grassa’ was given to the building in 1568, after the city of Bologna with its culinary pleasures (la Grassa means ‘the greasy’). Until the 17th century it was occupied by Spanish and Italian nobility. Meanwhile it has been refurbished and now the prominent town house accommodates a number of apartments.

Roof terrace Antwerp

Roof terrace town house Antwerp

City garden in Antwerp

A number of apartments also have their own city garden: an oasis, while you are only a stone’s throw away from the hustle and bustle. Accessible by means of a hinged access rooflight, the Skydoor, that was tailor-made for each terrace. Due to the sleek lineation and the Sky Only View, the roof access hatch fits into the surroundings and contributes to the architectural stylistic elements. In addition, the roof access hatch also provides the inside with a lot of daylight and fresh air, which is a benefit to a healthy living environment.

Skydoor electric roof acces hatch roof terrace Antwerp

Enjoying the luxury and the historic atmosphere indoors. Having a soothing drink on the terrace in the evening sun.

 

UK Roof acces hatch - roof terrace Bolonia La Grassa Antwerpen

Roof terrace Antwerp

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