Magis Real Estate | Transformation: From Outdated Office Block to Vibrant Student Community

The first project financed by NIBC, Mister X in Tilburg, brought these values to life. With 150 self-contained student rooms and a wealth of shared facilities, Mister X is designed for togetherness. “This was our first major student community in the Netherlands. Everything is about shared living—there’s a big communal kitchen, study rooms, a gym, even an outdoor football pitch and chessboard. Sports and games are great connectors. It’s incredible to see students from 52 nationalities coming together here.”

For Magis, the secret to building community lies in ongoing involvement. “We manage our properties ourselves and organise regular activities—yoga sessions, shared breakfasts, karaoke nights, even ice sculpting competitions. On Valentine’s Day, there’s speed dating. It’s about so much more than bricks and mortar: it’s about fostering a sense of joy, use, and togetherness.”

Every Magis community is built with the future in mind. “Sustainability isn’t just a buzzword for us—it’s at the heart of every project. Mister X, for example, repurposes as much of the original structure as possible. That’s good for the environment and also benefits residents, who see lower energy costs as a result,” Robin explains.

Whether for students, young professionals, seniors, or people requiring extra care, Magis Real Estate believes everyone deserves a place to feel at home. “We create spaces for specific groups, tailored to their needs, where people genuinely enjoy living together. That’s what drives us, and it’s our ambition to create even more of these communities across the Netherlands and Europe,” Robin says. “The key? Listen to residents, design for real life, and manage every step ourselves.”

NIBC is proud to support Magis Real Estate in reimagining urban living, one vibrant community at a time. Through collaboration, creativity, and a shared commitment, NIBC and Magis are making sustainable, connected living a reality for today and tomorrow.