Between 1960 and 1976, Belgium's capital became a center for architectural experimentation, blending modernist ideals with prefabrication. This period led to the creation of two iconic buildings: the CBR Office Building (1967-1970) and LH 187 (1976), designed by Constantin Brodzki and Marcel Lambrichs. Located side by side, these buildings share a striking architectural style. Both feature facades made from large prefabricated concrete modules, showcasing the brutalist aesthetic and a dedication to using industrial materials and innovative construction techniques for their time.
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Prefabrication and Formal Boldness in Belgian Modernism: The Story of the CBR and LH 187 Buildings in Brussels
https://www.archdaily.com/1021745/cbr-and-lh-187-buildings-prefabrication-and-formal-boldness-in-belgian-modernismCamilla Ghisleni
Balancing Function and Aesthetics: Incorporating Natural Light and Ventilation in Facades
Environmental comfort is one of the aspects that contribute to the good performance of architecture. In project descriptions, the incidence of natural lighting and ventilation is often highlighted as advantageous characteristics that add to the aesthetics and functioning of the program. In a way, environmental comfort is part of the building's function, not necessarily linked to the activities that take place inside the construction but plays a role in its development.
https://www.archdaily.com/1008994/balancing-function-and-aesthetics-incorporating-natural-light-and-ventilation-in-facadesHelena Tourinho