Along iconic buildings of Watermael-Boitsfort

In the series: Brutalism in Brussels. Rond de Expo of 1958, Brussels became a showcase for new architectural styles, including Brutalism. An architectural movement recognizable by its raw, unfinished concrete (‘béton brut’), massive geometric shapes, and a functional, monumental appearance. In the aftermath of modernism, brutalist buildings leave their materials and structures visible, giving them an almost aesthetic dimension. We will walk past, among others, the LH 187 building by Constantin Brodzki and Marcel Lambrichts (the former ASLK building on Kreupelenstraat), the CBR building by the same architects, and the Glaverbel building by André Jacqmain and Renaat Braem (also known for the ‘Caprice des Dieux’ on the VUB campus). Afterwards, we will take the tram to the Tenreuken stop on Vorstlaan. There, we will discover the new use of the former iconic Royale-Belge building. Meet on Thursday, June 18 at 2 PM at the tram stop “Bosvoorde Station” (Watermael-Boitsfort) on STIB line 8.