BEL053 – OFFICE BUILDING ICC
We propose organizing the program within a compact square building of 27 × 27 meters (729 m² per floor), which offers several advantages:
Reduced circulation distances between offices.
Minimized façade area, lowering energy loss.
Cost efficiency, as a square has a smaller perimeter than a rectangular building.
Logical organization of the plan:
Central core (12.5 × 12.5 m, 156 m²): houses functions not requiring daylight, such as the lift, staircases, technical shafts, restrooms, and copy room.
Perimeter zone: daylight-reliant functions like workspaces and meeting rooms.
Circulation principles:
Continuous circulation around the core.
Optional shortcuts through the core.
The core can include a small “waiting zone” near the lift, providing privacy and quiet. Centralizing fixed rooms in the core maximizes flexibility along the perimeter (depth 7.25 m), which can accommodate either cellular or open-plan offices. This allows easy adjustments during design and future reconfigurations. The layout ensures that all workspaces receive natural daylight, improving atmosphere and productivity.
Architect
BEL ARCHITECTEN
Team
BEL ARCHITECTEN, ASB-BURO, BOYDENS, LANDSCHAAP
Client
WATERLINK
Program
OFFICES AND CONTROL ROOM
M²
1245
Budget
2.998.598 €
Location
RUMST
Year
2018 - 2019
Status
COMPETITION 2ND PRIZE