CALSLAAN
OUD

Calslaan Oud

240 student rooms renovated
and ready for the future

The seven student complexes at Calslaan 1 through 13 have been renovated and made more sustainable. This marks the successful completion of
Phase 1 of the large-scale Campus Upgrade.

Sustainable and comfortable living
Ter Steege and Oude Wolbers (part of the construction consortium Ons Verbond) started the work in September 2024. Now, nearly two years later, the Upgrade on Calslaan Oud is complete. The buildings have been thoroughly upgraded: they have been insulated, connected to the district heating network, and fully converted to gas-free operation. The homes now have energy label A, renewed kitchens, bathrooms, and toilets, as well as modern electrical and ventilation systems. This results in lower energy costs and greater living comfort for students.

Preserving character, ready for the future
The complexes, dating from 1962, are an important part of the history of the UT campus and represent the first student housing on campus. In 2025, the buildings were designated as municipal monuments. During the renovation, their original character has been preserved. In collaboration with the municipal heritage committee of the Municipality of Enschede, the distinctive accent colours have been restored. This ensures the buildings remain recognisable, while their interiors have been fully modernised and made future-proof.

In the slider below, you can view an impression of the result.