Client: Nenofar
Location: Rotterdam-Hillegersberg
Function: Pediatric dental practice
Project description
In March 2022, we were introduced to Nenofar, an experienced dentist and entrepreneur, who wished to start a pediatric dental practice together with her son in Rotterdam North or Hillegersberg. She is also co-owner of a successful practice in The Hague. The assignment: to find a suitable location for purchase or lease that fits their vision of child-friendly dental care.
Objective
The objective was clear: to establish a high-quality, independent pediatric dental practice in a location with sufficient growth potential, preferably in Hillegersberg. The location needed to meet both spatial and functional requirements and offer sufficient visibility and accessibility for parents and children from the neighborhood.
Our approach
In May 2022, a longlist of potential locations was discussed. Hillegersberg quickly emerged as the favorite due to the high number of families with young children. The first serious option was a retail space on Streksingel, but lease negotiations broke down at the end of May.
Shortly after, a promising sales location appeared: the former ABN AMRO building on Bergse Dorpsstraat. Despite a strong bid in two rounds, this location was not awarded to our client. In October 2022, a former practice location at Moltzerhof was examined, but due to a complex leasehold construction and the seller’s preference for a quick sale, this option did not materialize.
At the beginning of November 2022, Streksingel came back into view. This time, the landlord was willing to sell, subject to approval from the homeowners’ association (VvE) and a zoning change. Together with Nenofar, we thoroughly developed and presented the usage concept to the VvE. After approval from the VvE and successful price negotiations, the purchase agreement was signed in January 2023 — subject to zoning change. However, the municipal application process was slow and led to delays. When no clarity was given by May 2023, the decision was made to dissolve the purchase agreement.
One month later, a new opportunity arose: a location at Wingerdlaan 1. This space met the Program of Requirements excellently. Negotiations progressed swiftly, resulting in a signed lease agreement in early November 2023. Two weeks later, the keys were handed over.
Result
Thanks to a persistent and flexible approach, we managed to realize a suitable location for a new pediatric dental practice in Rotterdam within a year and a half. The practice is now well underway and the website is live.
More information: www.tandenhof.nl