Belgian landscape
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Project • By Counterspace Studio • Bridges
Asiat-Darse Bridge
Leading architect Sumayya Vally, Principal of the Johannesburg/London-based studio Counterspace, has won the competition to design the new Asiat-Darse pedestrian bridge in Vilvoorde, Belgium.
Counterspace’s response to the brief uncovered the story and legacy of Paul Panda Farnana, one of the most important, yet least acknowledged figures of the city, who epitomises the region’s complex relationships with past and future generations of migrant bodies and communities.
Render: Counterspace
The studio has been praised for its research-led approach, which led to the discovery of Farnana and his work, and for shedding light on an otherwise overlooked, vital part of the city’s history.
Farnana used his position to advoca... More
News • News • 16 Jun 2023
25 best architecture firms in Belgium
Belgian architecture is a testament to a harmonious coexistence of tradition and innovation. From its early roots in Romanesque and Gothic styles to the flourishing Renaissance and Baroque periods, Belgian architecture has showcased an intricate tapestry of diverse architectural movements. The architectural narrative of the country further unfolded with the rise of Art Nouveau, where the visionary designs of Victor Horta and Henry van de Velde left an indelible mark.
Belgium has positively embraced modernity in recent years and is now recognized as a hub for cutting-edge architectural experimentation and innovation. Cities such as Brussels, Antwerp, and Ghent have contemporary jewels pushing beyond mere design boundaries. Unravelling the c... More
News • News • 25 May 2022
Villa RS by JUMA Architects employs charred wooden cladding and horizontally oriented planes to blend with the Belgian landscape
In the Flemish Ardennses, Villa RS by JUMA Architects is situated in a picturesque landscape with church towers in the distance. The horizontal nature of the house, as well as the black façade of burnt wood, are intended to deflect attention to the surrounding nature.
Annick Vernimmen
The house is positioned at a right angle to the road. When weather permits, sliding windows and doors on both sides of the volume can be completely opened up to blur with the landscape. In a further response to the site and orientation, a garden wall along the mirror-like infinity pool affords privacy while offering protection from wind. A terrace on the north side is covered and includes a wood-burning stove, allowing for the space to be en... More