Saniso in property development: 57 bathrooms for The Dome in Alkmaar

Image: The Dome Alkmaar / GTP Vastgoed

In the heart of Alkmaar, a well-known site is getting a second life. For The Dome, Saniso is taking care of 57 bathrooms. D2VH hired us for this project on behalf of Smart Tiny Loft. We supply the materials, install the bathrooms and handle the tiling and finishing.

This is what Saniso in property development looks like: one partner from project list to finished bathroom.

What is The Dome in Alkmaar?

The Dome is on the Laat, a shopping street in the centre of Alkmaar, close to the Waagplein and the station. This is where architect Cuypers' Dominicus church once stood. Later, the building housed the Domus shopping centre and Primark.

Developer GTP Vastgoed is giving the building a new purpose. The original load-bearing structure stays; the rest is being completely redeveloped. The design is classic, with lots of brickwork and ornaments that suit the historic city centre. The old church tower is preserved.

The ground floor will be retail space. Above it come apartments and Smart Tiny Lofts, compact homes with a smart layout. The project is aimed at first-time buyers, couples and small households.

Who is working on The Dome?

A project like this involves many parties. According to the project website and posts by the companies involved, they include:

• GTP Vastgoed – developer and client
• DeVastgoedAdviseur – project management, site supervision and the permit process
• KDRA Architecten – architect
• Poland Bouw – construction
• Smart Tiny Loft – partner for the Smart Tiny Lofts
• Magneet Makelaars and Broekman Makelaars – sales
• Municipality of Alkmaar – permits
• D2VH – hired Saniso on behalf of Smart Tiny Loft for the bathrooms
• Saniso – supply, bathroom installation, tiling and finishing

The challenge: 57 bathrooms in a city-centre project

The 57 bathrooms are for the Smart Tiny Lofts in The Dome. 57 bathrooms means delivering the same quality 57 times, on time and without hassle. That takes three things at once:

• Volume and consistency. Sanitaryware, tiles, adhesive, grout and accessories have to be right for every bathroom, with no shortages halfway through.
• Planning on site. A shopping street leaves little room. Materials need to arrive when they are needed, not earlier and not later.
• Coordination with the main build. The bathrooms follow the work of other trades. Every delay has a knock-on effect.

How does Saniso take part in property development?

Materials and coordination through one project list

It starts with a project list: one overview of everything each bathroom needs, plus the coordination around it. Think of ceramic tiles, bathroom equipment, grouts and building materials. That way everyone knows in advance what is coming and what it costs.

Delivery to the construction site

Saniso delivers to the construction site, in line with the build schedule. This keeps the site organised, with nothing in the way unnecessarily.

Bathroom installation, tiling and finishing from one partner

At The Dome, we do more than supply. Saniso installs the bathrooms itself and also handles the tiling and finishing. That saves the contractor an extra link in the chain: whoever supplies the materials knows them and finishes them too.

One point of contact

At Saniso, you have one point of contact for materials, delivery and installation. Questions about a product, a delivery or the schedule all go through the same line. That keeps communication short and clear.

Why do property developers choose one partner?

Property development is largely about limiting risk. Every extra supplier means an extra schedule, an extra invoice and an extra place where something can go wrong. With supply and installation from one partner, you have less of that:

• Fewer links. Materials, installation, tiling and finishing go through one party.
• One quote. With a project list, you can see in advance what each bathroom needs.
• Materials that match. You choose tiles, tile adhesive, grout and sealant in one go, so the finish is right.
• One schedule. Delivery and installation fit together, and fit the main build.
• Wide range. Besides sanitaryware and tiles, Saniso supplies building materials, tools and accessories. Useful when something extra is needed along the way.

This works for a complete apartment complex, but also for a smaller new-build project or the redevelopment of an existing building, like The Dome.

The result

The bathrooms are being installed during the building's finishing phase. This gives the 57 Smart Tiny Lofts bathrooms with the same finish, supplied and completed by one party. For the client, that means no separate suppliers and tradespeople to coordinate.

Property developer? Build your project with Saniso

Saniso is the online DIY and building store for building and renovating. We supply more than bathrooms: tiles, building materials, tools and accessories for the whole project. Build your home with Saniso, or your entire complex.

Working on a new build or a redevelopment? Here is how to start:

1. Create an account and put together your project list: https://www.saniso.nl/register
2. Request a project quote with your project list: https://www.saniso.nl/project-request
3. Get in touch about delivery, installation, tiling and finishing: https://www.saniso.nl/contact

Prefer to see materials first? Visit our showroom at De Corantijn 95 in Zwaag. Visits are by appointment: https://www.saniso.nl/appointments/book

Frequently asked questions about bathrooms in property development

How much does a bathroom per apartment cost in a new build?

That depends on the size, the sanitaryware, the tiles and the number of bathrooms. Prices are on request, with a tailored quote through the project list.

How long does it take to install bathrooms in an apartment complex?

That depends on the number of bathrooms, the build schedule and the work of other trades. Lead times are on request, with a tailored quote through the project list.

Who handles tiling and finishing in property development?

Often these are separate parties. At Saniso, it can all come from one partner: we supply the materials, install the bathrooms and handle the tiling and finishing.

What is project supply for bathrooms?

With project supply, the materials for all bathrooms in a project are purchased, planned and delivered together. That gives you one overview, one quote and less risk of shortages.

How does a project list work at Saniso?

You create an account, start a project list and add products from the webshop. Then you submit the list as a quote request. Our team comes back with a proposal, possibly including project prices and additional services. More information: https://www.saniso.nl/project-request

Does Saniso deliver to the construction site?

Yes, delivery to the construction site is possible. Enter the project address in your project list, so we can take the location and delivery into account.

Does Saniso deliver throughout the Netherlands and Europe?

Saniso delivers throughout Europe; each delivery location has its own delivery costs. You can also collect your order from the showroom in Zwaag. Would you also like installation, tiling and finishing? Ask about the options for your project location through the project list or the contact form.

Which sanitaryware is suitable for new builds?

In a new build, you have more freedom in where pipes and drains go. That means you can choose options such as concealed cisterns and wall-hung toilets from the start. Browse our bathroom equipment or ask for advice with your project list.

Can I see materials before ordering for a project?

Yes. In the showroom at De Corantijn 95 in Zwaag, you can see tiles and sanitaryware in person. Visits are by appointment.

Does Saniso only supply bathrooms?

No. Saniso also supplies tiles, building materials, tools and accessor