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Bouwen voor Brussel. Architectuur en stedelijke transformatie in Europa, 44 projecten

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BOUWEN VOOR BRUSSEL

Architectuur en stedelijke transformatie in Europa, 44 projecten

Publisher:Parenthèses

ISBN: 978-2-8636-496-26

  • Paperback
  • Dutch
  • 324 Pages
  • Feb 17, 2012
Architecture and urban transformation are among the most effective political tools for improving the social cohesion, quality of life and prosperity of today’s cities. Like all major European conurbations, Brussels is facing sizeable urban and social challenges. From Copenhagen to Tirana and from London to Madrid, this book showcases the positive experiences from 44 exemplary and innovative urban projects.

The book is the result of the exhibition Building Brussels: Architecture and urban changes in Europe which was shown in BOZAR (Brussels) in 2010.

At present, Brussels is facing some major social challenges. In the coming years the population will continue to grow, and an increased focus on issues such as jobs, mobility, and public amenities like schools and sporting infrastructure is required. The Building for Brussels exhibition argues that a powerful architectural and urban planning policy can provide answers to these challenges. The current situation offers an opportunity for Brussels to clearly define its ambitions and build the city of tomorrow.

In its search for answers, Building for Brussels is looking to other major European cities. In recent years, cities like Madrid, Zürich, Hamburg and Rotterdam have implemented effective policies geared towards modernisation and improving quality of life. Radical urban transformations have boosted economic development, created jobs, facilitated access to public transport, enabled sufficient affordable housing, and regenerated the urban framework and public space.

Building for Brussels examines how high-quality architectural and urban planning projects can offer answers to the social challenges of the capital of Europe. Using models, films, plans and photographs the exhibition presents a selection of projects designed by highly reputed as well as emerging architects such as Rem Koolhaas/Office for Metropolitan Architecture, Peter Zumthor, MVRDV, Richard Rogers, Lacaton Vassal, Christ & Gantenbein and Office Kersten Geers David Van Severen. The exhibition looks at the potential meaning of these visions and projects for the most pressing challenges Brussels is facing.

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