Blauwhoed Wins the Tender for De Kloostertuin in Nuenen
Blauwhoed has been selected by the municipality of Nuenen and the housing association Wooninc. as the developer of De Kloostertuin, a park-like residential area with 115 homes, located next to the historic monastery and nestled within a beautiful green landscape.
Steven Kraaijeveld, “ Alderman ” for the municipality of Nuenen: “After a long journey we’ve already undertaken, we’re now—with the announcement of the developer—one step closer to this wonderful housing project in the heart of Nuenen. I’m glad that, together with Blauwhoed, we can continue working toward our housing goals. After all, there is a great need for and interest in new homes—and especially for the Kloostertuin location. Every step toward new homes counts!”
Pascal Schreur, Director of Development at Blauwhoed: “The Kloostertuin is a place where many elements come together: history, nature, social value, and today’s housing needs. It is precisely this combination that makes this project so special. We look forward to working with the municipality of Nuenen and all stakeholders to create a residential environment that not only adds new homes but also creates a welcoming place where people can meet and truly feel at home. The quality of the landscape is not merely a prerequisite but the starting point.”
A Healthy, Interconnected Life
Existing trees, landscape features, and sightlines form the framework for a green, car-free residential environment. The five wooden residential buildings designed by KOW Architects have been carefully integrated into the landscape design by MAAK.Space. Everyday use was also a guiding principle in the design from the very beginning. The rituals at this site, researched by Studio Nadia Nena, have been translated into spaces and routes that encourage interaction. The communal living room has been deliberately positioned within this framework: serving both as a gathering place and as access to the parking garage, this space is part of residents’ daily route.
It forms the foundation for “Healthy, Connected Living”: a residential environment where green spaces, physical activity, socializing, and looking out for one another are part of daily life. De Kloostertuin comprises 115 homes, including 38 social housing units for Wooninc., supplemented by affordable owner-occupied homes and private-sector housing. With Blauwhoed’s Start Smart and Senior Smart Living housing concepts, first-time homebuyers and seniors are given the opportunity to take their first or next step in their housing journey.
Planning
In the coming period, the De Kloostertuin plan will be further developed with the involvement of residents and other stakeholders. Participation and co-creation are expected to begin in thefirst quarter of 2027. The De Kloostertuin website will be launched shortly, where residents and stakeholders can register.
Partners
In addition to the design team, an extensive team of consultants worked on De Kloostertuin. CircleWood, Hendriks Bouw, Future Mobility Network, Maas Makelaars, GEP Water, Antea Group, VYB Visuals, TekstAanBod, and Kapiteinsvrouw contributed to the plan.
