Brussels, Buzzing Capital of Art Nouveau
Many claim Brussels to be the Capital of Art Nouveau. Wherever one strolls around the city, would be hard to miss some outstanding art nouveau facades. To mark the World…
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Brussels Region and Sibelga sign agreement to beautifully light up Brussels
Following a Framework Agreement between the Brussel Capital Region and system operator Sibelga, several Brussels buildings will be structurally highlighted with scenographic lighting. This agreement has been signed by Brussels…
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Cauchie House opens for visitors!
The world-famous Cauchie House opens to the general public. After the recent opening of the amazing Solvay House, Belgian and international visitors will now be also able to discover the Cauchie House…
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Restored and colorised film shows Brussels in 1908.
Amazing footage of our city has emerged on YouTube – restored and colorised film shows Brussels in 1908. A Dutch Youtuber “Rick88888888” has enhanced and colorised the eight minute piece…
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Terrace awnings in Rue de la Bourse restored to former glory
Terrace awnings in Rue de la Bourse are being restored to their former glory! The new terrace awnings are based on the original model and bring back the atmosphere of…
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Maison Devalck – an Art Nouveau Gem Reborn
Time has come to discover a rather unknown art nouveau gem of Brussels: the Maison Devalck. The renovation of the main facade by the new owners won the First Prize…
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Art Nouveau gem Hotel Hannon in Brussels to become a museum
Great news for Art Nouveau fans – a mythical Hotel Hannon in Brussels will become the Hannon museum! The Hannon Hotel is undergoing a major restoration and is set to…
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“Brussels Architecture Prize” launched
Brussels is a city with a booming architecture. Many ambitious projects are being developed throughout the region and more and more talents from all over the world are finding their…
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Brussels Government protects Marnix building
The Brussels Government has decided to protect the ING headquarters on rue Marnix by including it on the list of safeguarding Brussels heritage. The proposal came from Pascal Smet, Secretary…
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Interview: Johanna Medvey, illustrator of Brussels houses
When it comes to superb architecture and mesmerising facades, there are not many cities that can compete with Brussels. Think of the elegance of Art Nouveau, the grandiosity of Neoclassicism…
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New initiative to save old Brussels elevators
The facades of many old Brussels buildings hide beautiful historic elevators. For a long time, it was feared that this heritage would disappear since there was no structural approach which…
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Abandoned Hotel Astoria in Brussels will be restored to its former glory
The building of Hotel Astoria in central Brussels (Rue Royale) has been abandoned since 2007. The hotel is now set to be renovated and restored to its former glory. Originally…
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New landmark in the EU quarter: Copernicus building
The 3rd of February marks the conclusion of one of Brussels’ most significant real estate deals of 2021: the Copernicus building. Originating from an agreement between the real estate investor…
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