Title:
Tech Spotlight: A Study in Circularity
Author(s):
Deborah R. Huso
Publication:
Concrete International
Volume:
48
Issue:
1
Appears on pages(s):
37-40
Keywords:
circular construction, recycled concrete, sustainability
DOI:
10.14359/51749387
Date:
1/1/2026
Abstract:
The world’s first recycled concrete building, Recygénie, is a result of a partnership between Holcim and Seqens. Recygénie is soon to be home to residents who will occupy 220 housing units. Developed by the Holcim Innovation Center, a concrete in which all components are made of recycled materials went into the construction of Recygénie. Located in the Paris suburb of Gennevilliers, the affordable housing complex represents a breakthrough in circular construction.
Related References:
1. BS EN 1992-1-1:2023, “Eurocode 2: Design of Concrete Structures. General Rules and Rules for Buildings, Bridges and Civil Engineering Structures,” British Standards Institution, London, UK, 2023, 408 pp.
2. BS EN 206:2013+A2:2021, “Concrete. Specification, Performance, Production and Conformity,” British Standards Institution, London, UK, 2021, 108 pp.