Real Estate

Adding Value to Existing Buildings

Systematic thinking combined with economic implementation.

Pressure on existing buildings is increasing, with stricter EU building regulations (EPBD), rising energy requirements, changing user behavior, demographic trends, and an aging building stock all contributing factors. At the same time, high construction costs, vacancies, and uncertain refinancing challenge the profitability of traditional renovations.

Our real estate experts develop solutions to make existing assets future-proof and profitable through a systematic and economically viable approach. We focus on serial renovation, densification, and modern value-adding measures.

Profitability Perspectives

How can I renovate cost-effectively?
How can I meet new regulatory requirements?
How can I reduce vacancies?
How can I enhance the attractiveness of my portfolio for now and the future?

We address these questions through data-driven analysis, modular planning, and efficient implementation.

Informed investment decision-making
Faster results through transparent processes
Greater financial planning certainty
Reduced technical, financial, and regulatory risk
Time savings and increased efficiency through standardization
Cost savings through “design to cost” and scenario analysis

We identify opportunities and implement scalable measures. We support clients with:

Portfolio analysis and optimization
Assessments for potential serial renovation and densification
Development and implementation of energy efficiency measures, ensuring ESG compliance
Designing of profitable value-add strategies
Technical due diligence, inventory assessments, and condition reviews
Leveraging funding programs for energy-related measures
Cost-optimized CAPEX strategies through prefabrication and standardization
Active tenant management to mitigate risk
Developing alternative use scenarios to minimize vacancies
Ensuring compliance with legal requirements, including EPBD

"It’s understandable that property owners hesitate when it comes to systemic renovations. The investment often seems too high. That’s why we recommend an approach that combines all key aspects in a simple and economically feasible way. We identify value-add potential in your portfolio and focus on measures that truly enhance value."

Ruth Wex-Hoppe Senior Manager

Neighborhood Development in Wolfsburg and Göttingen

From three to four stories, and from four to five, this summarizes two projects in which we supported our client, the housing company LEG NRW. In residential neighborhoods in Göttingen and Wolfsburg, additional floors were added using timber frame construction.

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If you are looking for holistic advice, efficient implementation, and sustainable value creation rather than isolated measures, we are your partner for adding value to existing buildings.

Ready to Increase the Value of Your Portfolio?

We will show you how to implement value-add measures in a scalable, future-proof, and economically viable way.

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