Reportages

An oasis of recovery and resilience for Brookside clinic’s main entrance garden

Winner of the Clay Paver Award 2022-2023 in the category of Stars under 30

Brookside Clinic’s recently completed garden, known as “The Covid Recovery Garden,” has transformed a once ordinary entryway into a healing, sustainable oasis. Designed with a vision of restoration, serenity, and ecological mindfulness, the garden integrates the SeptimA Auburn clay pavers, enhancing the aesthetic appeal while maintaining an ecological balance.

Redevelopment of the market square in Meulebeke: a sustainable balance between greenery and pavement

A complex exercise for a market square incorporates sustainability, mobility and livability through the choice of clay pavers.

In 2022, the municipality of Meulebeke decided to thoroughly redesign its central market square and the surrounding area. The plans were developed through a collaboration between Infrabureau Demey and Denis Dujardin, and aimed to improve both the functionality and aesthetics of the square, while prioritizing sustainability and water management.

Playful and relaxing oasis of greenery in an urban environment

Elegantia vanilla plays a crucial role in aesthetic and functional design

In the hustle and bustle of the city, we all dream of a quiet place, where nature and aesthetics come together seamlessly.

A house in harmony with nature: the essential role of the facing brick in a modern, modest appearance

Horizontal lines surrounded by green

In mid-2017, Engel architects were commissioned to create a design for a house on a plot in the Trompenberg residential area in Hilversum, in a wooded area on the edge of the village.

Taupe clay pavers give a contemporary look to this London city garden

Different laying patterns demarcate virtual zones and make the overall picture even more dynamic

Jenny Bloom: “This urban courtyard garden in London was designed for clients to enjoy alfresco living - as the dated garden they had inherited had no real place to sit comfortably.

Linea 6012 gives form to the architecture and makes reference to the site’s past

Brickfields, a project that effortlessly unites past and present

When architect and designer Daniel Sanderson, stumbled upon the opportunity to purchase an additional plot of land adjacent to his property in Hackney, London, he decided to design and build a house that both reflects his personal style and acknowledges the history and architecture of the surrounding Victorian estate.

312 Hackney Road: how World War II bomb damage became an opportunity for potential improvements in layout, design, material choice and alterations to the fabric

Dark honey-like colour Nature7 Brick B ensures perfect integration with the neighbouring buildings

The former building at 312 Hackney Road was a war-damaged end of terrace, externally braced and internally propped. It stood like this for years to prevent collapse following World War II bomb damage.

Simplicity and elegance thanks to the combination of wood and brick

A contemporary design for a family home in Paris with the NATURE7 Brick W

Maison G, built by HARDEL LE BIHAN ARCHITECTES on the outskirts of Paris, is an example of harmonious integration between tradition and modernity. This private residential project is distinguished by its elegant sobriety and its controlled use of Vande Moortel’s NATURE7 Brick W, which gives the building a strong identity while adapting to the architectural landscape of the neighborhood.

An interplay of two different architectural eras thanks to an extension to a historic building

Infinitum 1013 forms a bridge between old and new

In the French Hauts-de-Seine region, the architectural firm HEMAA architectes has realised a remarkable renovation and extension of an existing home, in which the contemporary architecture enters into a subtle dialogue with the original building style. This extension reflects a careful balance between conservation and renewal and uses the high-quality facing brick Infinitum 1013, a choice of material that creates a harmonious connection between the old and the new.

A walk on emblematic mahogany brown among the Four Musketeers of French tennis

Modernization of the historic Roland Garros complex that meets the requirements of today and tomorrow

Roland Garros, the iconic tennis complex in Paris, has undergone a remarkable modernization to maintain its historic charm while meeting the demands of the future. An important part of this project is the redesign of the Place des Mousquetaires, where our clay pavers play a central role.

Key Worker Housing - Eddington, North West Cambridge

Clay Paver Awards: Gold in the category ‘Commercial & Communal Gardens’

The North West Cambridge development is a major extension to the city and the most significant capital project that the University of Cambridge has undertaken in its 800-year history.

SeptimA clay pavers lead the way through the garden at Westmalle Abbey

Durable natural materials with the strength of simplicity

Garden architect Ludo Willems was asked to create a design for the Trappist Abbey in Westmalle for the renovation of the ‘Pandhof’ (courtyard garden), the green heart within the walls of the monastery. It is a unique project with its own micro-climate, being completely surrounded by the walls of the monastery.   

Two impressive hexagonal towers in London with facing bricks Nature10 Brick E and Brick S

Karakusevic Carson Architects and David Chipperfield Architects designed Hoxton Press Towers in London’s Hackney

Hoxton Press on the Colville Estate, a housing development in Hackney, in East London was designed by world famous architects David Chipperfield Architects and Karakusevic Carson Architects.

Fulham Riverside is an attractive oasis on the Thames, with its prestigious courtyard garden as its greatest asset

SeptimA Salvia clay pavers form a seamless link between water features and garden paths

Fulham Riverside is a unique multifunctional building project covering an area of 3.2 hectares. It is located in London on the bank of the Thames, the longest river in England.  

Dark coloured facing brick Linea 7021 strongly relates to the brand of the legendary Hendrick's Gin

The extraordinary remake of the Hendrick’s Gin Palace in Scotland

The famous Hendrick’s Gin Distillery is located on the South-West Coast of Scotland. Michael Laird Architects along with the Design Team were commissioned to design a purpose-built distillery for Hendrick’s Gin of William Grant & Sons.  

Garden at London’s Royal Academy of Arts by Tom Stuart Smith

SeptimA pavers in the center of London

Tom Stuart-Smith has created a new garden at the Royal Academy in the heart of London. In a previously neglected space, closely surrounded by buildings and with very little natural light, the Keepers House Garden creates a lush green retreat and café seating area – just a few hundred meters away from the noise and bustle of Piccadilly Circus.  

Burst of Changing Colour, Scent and Texture: Pelham Crescent, London

Design by Stefano Marinaz Landscape Architecture

Stefano Marinaz: “Our work on the large, west-facing garden of this lovely Georgian building in South Kensington was linked to a full restoration of the house by London-based architects MWAI, and Taramelli, a building contractor operating worldwide.

Walls of linea 6012 connect the exterior and interior of this mews house

Blackbox: Culford Mews London by Form Art Architects

The idea of the mews served as the starting point for Blackbox in more ways than just its physical location. In contrast to the traditional mews architecture of solid brick enclosures with tiny windows and little daylight, this design is filled with light, but still respects the contextual language of a 'solid box'.  

Amarant clay paver connects pedestrians and motorists

Ashford Ring Road: from chaotic major road to accessible public space

Ashford Ring Road in England was built in the 1970s and was known for being an extremely busy and chaotic road, making it difficult for pedestrians to walk along safely.

LUMA ARLES: the installation of an new mediterranean eco-system on an industrial wasteland

A mix of 3 ECO-7-Size SeptimA colours takes you on an inspiring walk via nature, history, architecture and culture

Luma Arles is situated in a truly unique spot in the south of France. Before it was transformed into a lush and welcoming park the site hosted a former industrial railway yard which over time had transformed into an industrial wasteland devoid of all vegetation.

‘Eileen Gray’ by Rietveld Projects is timeless minimalism in its most robust form

Nuanced cream-coloured brickwork defines solidity and creates interaction between horizontal and rounded forms

To call Rietveld Projects a project developer would actually be doing the company from Koksijde an injustice.

NOA outdoor living: Vande Moortel as partner in internationally oriented, unique inspiration park

NOA outdoor living where 30 high-end partners join forces to create the ultimate outdoor living experience

A 3-hectare park in Kruisem (East Flanders) that captures the imagination: that’s NOA outdoor living. More than 30 high-end partners specialising in ‘outdoor living’ and design joined forces to create 12 themed gardens spread throughout a green oasis to inspire visitors. Brickworks Vande Moortel made an important contribution to this inspiration park that really is a must-visit.

BMCC, an urban renewal project that plays all the trump cards of the historic city centre

Veldbrand forms the perfect synthesis of facing bricks in the neighbourhood so that the new meeting and convention centre fits in effortlessly with its surroundings

Bruges city centre is another rich attraction. The Beursplein (Exhibition Hall Square) now lives up to its name because since 31 March, it has boasted the brand new Bruges Meeting and Convention Centre (BMCC) where an impersonal car park used to mar the view. Designed by Souto de Moura Architects and META Architectuurbureau, this gem connects the neighbourhood in every respect while also attracting lots of tourists to the heritage city at the same time.

Spaarndammerhart in Amsterdam honours past tradition and unites architecture, art and nature

Carpet of clay pavers as part of architectural artwork by Martijn Sandberg

At the beginning of the twentieth century, Spaarndammerbuurt consisted of characteristic urban ensembles from the Amsterdam School period. The neighbourhood is still largely intact but over time it has picked up scars here and there which are slowly healing.

Green-grey ecological ‘Nature7 Brick R’ adorns iconic residential tower block on Stapelplein in Ghent

360 Architecten creates new landmark as reference point in the renovated old port district in Ghent

The most sustainable form of urban renewal is the upgrading of existing neighbourhoods. Ghent is excelling at just that as a wind of change is clearly blowing in the old port area of Oude Dokken.

Welcome to the climate-proof outside space at Brickworks Vande Moortel

The environment and nature in harmony with each other

At the beginning of 2020, Brickworks Vande Moortel moved into a brand new, multifunctional building along the Scheldt in Oudenaarde. With this unique building comes an equally important outside space which comprises four main functions: a permanently accessible display park, a route guiding visitors to the entrance, adequate parking and the busy access road leading to and from the storage area at the rear.

Minimalism with agate grey linea7 facing brick and a nod to Art Deco define timeless character of ‘Infinity’ villa

Showhome with limitless prospects for the future

In Emiel Clauslaan in Astene stands a villa where the future is already here and it’s called: ‘Infinity’. The design comes from the creative team at Architectuuratelier De Jaeghere who collaborated intensively with client Multibat.

‘NATURE10 Brick E’ as an ode to the character of the former industrial architecture

Cohousing Tivoli promotes social living environment in Brussels

The Tivoli building is situated in the new ecodistrict of Tivoli GreenCity in Laken, on one of the two plots reserved by citydev.brussels(1) for pilot projects. The building houses nine ground-floor apartments with a communal garden and communal roof terrace as well as two multifunctional communal areas.

Oasis of green and sustainable paving in Ghent city centre

‘Camel’ clay pavers exude the desired authenticity and sublimely link the different levels in the garden

‘De Verloren Kost’ is a society for creative minds looking for an inspiring working environment in an authentic setting in Ghent city centre.

Brown-red Linea 3011 helps realise sleek lines of this contemporary NZE home

Home enabled to blend in with nature via architecture and materiality

Building on a location that was granted a permit for a different zone always presents a challenge. How do you fill those 1000 cubic metres without feeling like you’ve got to make concessions? Another challenge with this plot was to find the right architecture that would respond to both the wooded garden at the back and to the natural beauty of the outlying region of the Damvallei, low moorland formed by a number of silted-up meanders of the Scheldt at the front.

Dark-red monoblock bricks respond to multiformity and diversity of environment of ‘t Sas site

The devalued industrial strip, hemmed in between railways and a canal, is being converted into a valuable district of Vilvoorde. Within this strategically located reconversion area on the edge of the European capital, we find the ‘t Sas project.

The ecological facing brick ‘Nature7 Brick M’ accentuates the urban character of Leiekouter Ghent with a nod to the past

360 Architecten restores the atmosphere of a residential neighbourhood to the riverbank

Complex inner-city projects are challenging but extremely exciting at the same time. Leiekouter in Ghent is a fine example of this type of project.

Block 18 Nieuw Zuid, Antwerp: Linea 7036 and 7035 with flush brushed joints help to realise the solid appearance of this special building

Striking residential block at Nieuw Zuid in Antwerp gives a nod to Italian palazzi

Nieuw Zuid in Antwerp is a beautiful and contemporary form of urban development. The site of a former freight train station has been transformed, creating a more pleasant and liveable city.

Mettewie residential care facility demands attention with striking façade elements and variation in brickwork

The construction of this new rest home which provides specialist care in Sint-Jans-Molenbeek comprises 117 individual rooms as well as 24 comfortable and bright assisted living apartments. The building is located on the corner of Louis Mettewielaan and Condorlaan.

Successful restoration highlights beauty of Givet's historic centre

The Meuse quayside is transformed by its new clay paving

No less than 4,800 m2 of clay paving and 8,000 m2 of asphalt pavement and roads were necessary to transform a public space originally used by cars into a pleasant area for all sorts of people and passers-by. 

Place du Marché in Roanne adds colour to the town once again

Parking lot becomes town square in a mosaic of clay pavers

An upcoming trend in city development these days is to give the village and town squares back to the pedestrians, at the expense of cars. In Roanne, a French town in the Loire Department and the Rhône-Alpes region, this metamorphosis is being realized within the framework of an extensive plan to bring new life to the town centre and its pedestrian streets.

Carpet of clay pavers breathes new life into Brakel town centre

Functional area full of terraces, seating areas and playful water features

Until recently, traffic infrastructure dominated the centre of Brakel. On one side of the church was a busy street and on the other side, a large asphalted car park. The result: conflict between the traffic function and the residential function in a town centre full of shops, schools and eateries.

Oldenzaal Crematorium: vibrant brick volume radiates desired serenity

Ecological Nature7 Brick R and narrow linea 7036 join forces to create striking relief pattern

The new Oldenzaal Crematorium is situated in a beautiful location, near the cemetery, in a landscape characterised by wooded countryside and gentle hills. The small developed area – initially only earmarked for a cremation area – led to the sleek, compact design in which the ceremony room and the reception room are positioned above the cremation area.

New SeptimA Onyx in a timeless garden design

Impressive interplay between planting, clay pavers and swimming pool

The client wanted a romantic garden filled with an abundance of flowers that would provide eye-catching blooms all year round.

A playful, ecological mix of facing bricks for an authentic brand

St.Bernardus brewery in a new guise with Nature7 facing bricks

The St.Bernardus brewery is located in the peaceful rural setting of Watou. Besides the history of a family that is passionate about beer and the unique character of the beloved Abt 12 beer, the brewery holds another trump card, having recently invested in a new building with an experience shop and a unique rooftop bar.    

Expressive brickwork exudes the craft of ‘brick making’

Not ‘just another brick in the wall’

The site of this remarkable house was originally an undeveloped building plot for a detached property on an old green parcel of land from the 1960s. However, the clients didn’t like the stereotypical conformist concept of a detached house on a neatly mowed lawn.

The architect as a surgeon

Pascal François brings old textile mill back to life

It has to be one of the most remarkable homes in Aalst: the enclosed, old textile mill that Pascal François transformed into a loft flooded with light. The way in which the architect did that was particularly special.

Scheldezicht, vertical city living in Antwerp

Brick shell makes landmark tangible and transparent

The task of designing an iconic tower for the Nieuw Zuid district in Antwerp was taken on by C.F. Møller Architects together with BRUT architecture and urban design. The master plan for Nieuw Zuid – a new urban development on the banks of the Scheldt to the south of the historic centre of Antwerp – defined the contours and the height of the tower.

sEptEm facing brick is the perfect combination with concrete in development of new area for scattering ashes

Atmosphere of nostalgia and peace in new area for scattering ashes at Schoonselhof

Schoonselhof, often referred to as Antwerp’s Père-Lachaise, is a park cemetery to the south of Antwerp. Besides a visit to the Commonwealth war graves, historic mausoleums or graves of people like Paul van Ostaijen or Hendrik Conscience, you can enjoy the natural beauty of the French and English gardens around the chateau.

‘De Zuidkolk’ - Hooikade, Delft: vibrant architecture and sculptured space for nineteen spacious apartments with expansive views

Ecological brick ‘Nature7 Brick J’ with attractive blended look brings façade texture to life

The special place in the panoramic view of the Schie where Vermeer painted his View of Delft is now marked by the ‘De Zuidkolk’ building. The city may have changed but the view is still as exceptional as ever. Nineteen spacious apartments with expansive views and striking sculptural architecture now occupy this ‘postage stamp’ of a site.

Garden in farmstead style with timeless character for ‘timeless’ enjoyment

SeptimA Ebony clay pavers around shared swimming pond

This old farmstead in the Moorslede region of West Flanders has already undergone extensive renovations.
Besides the family home, there is also accommodation that will be used as a bed and breakfast. As part of the design for the garden, garden contractor Laurens Devroe was commissioned to create a natural swimming pond which was to reflect the rural and timeless character of the farmstead.

A carpet of DecimA Vanilla clay pavers creates a mediterranean atmosphere

Brusselplein in Utrecht, a lively and dynamic place in the heart of Leidsche Rijn

The richly mixed centre of the 100,000 inhabitants of the major urban expansion Leidsche Rijn (near Utrecht) is a strong example of integrated development with intensive use of space.

LUCA II: brick architecture combining unity and diversity

Social housing project provides answer to varied Luchtbal district

The Luchtbal district of Antwerp recently gained a special construction project. LUCA II accommodates 118 social rental housing apartments spread over eight homogeneous blocks. The most distinctive feature: the brickwork with its repetitive pattern, boldly articulating the façades. The design was produced by B-architecten in collaboration with the Slovenian bureau Bevk Perovic Arhitekti.

Contrasting pattern of SeptimA clay pavers bring colour to Kieke-Boe district square in Amsterdam

Variety is the key with picnic area, sun terrace and trail for scooters

IJburg has gained a new district square in the form of ‘Kieke-Boe’! The elongated district square has a 'hiding place' in the form of the letters 'BOE' , a picnic area under the trees and a waterside sun terrace.

‘Le Grand Palais’ cinema in Cahors constructed using the 'linea 9001'

Visual dialogue between two striking volumes of facing brick and perforated gilded metal

The cinema is located on the north side of the historic centre of Cahors, a stone’s throw from the banks of the river Lot. The project gave the city council the opportunity to commemorate the old barracks in the Place Bessières and to restore the symmetry from yesteryear which was lost when a fire completely destroyed the east wing in 1943.

Vande Moortel moved into its new office building and showroom

A permanent concept store

Steenbakkerij Vande Moortel has grown to become a major player in the facing brick market and is the market leader in clay pavers. At the beginning of 2020, the company moved into a brand new building that also embodies and supports its position within the market.

Slim facing brick Linea7 7022 in harmony with nature

Elegant assymetrical villa in the green suburbs of Ghent

This elegant villa is situated in the Latemse Meersen nature reserve, in the green suburbs of Ghent along the right bank of the Lys. The task was to design a house which provided the best possible view of the beautiful nature reserve in the south.  

Linea 3007 blends in beautifully with wooded surroundings

Villa looks splendid thanks to special visual language

The house is situated in a green neighbourhood in Kampenhout, Flemish Brabant. The villa is surrounded by indigenous valuable trees and behind the plot runs a brook that can flood several times a year: two challenges for the architect.  

Vertical brick slats in linea7 8012 as an eye-catching feature

‘Location, location, location’ inspires creative thinking

This modern villa is situated in a residential district from the 1960s. The original house was demolished in order to build a villa which complied with all the current energy standards. The result: an NZE house with an energy level of E16 which focuses on the aesthetic details.

Linea 8012 and SeptimA Claret in unique and surprising applications

Uniformity as a concept

As the owner of this building is the co-manager of a construction company, this project needed to reference this in every way. The resulting building stands out in more ways than one. Within its environment the building catches - very subtly - the eye architecturally, technically and conceptually.  

Budget-friendly housing with a strong element of decorative brickwork

3 formats of brick contribute towards this characteristic, raised façade

For the design of this building, which is situated in a rural area, the architects had to contend with a tight budget. In order to reduce construction costs, they proposed limiting the surface area of the project and also keeping the level of intervention by subcontractors to a minimum.  

The ecological facing brick Nature7 Brick B creates an urban feel

Conforta in Deurne becomes an energy-efficient district

The project lies in the middle of a block in the Conforta district and consists of a passive crèche, an underground car park and seven passive homes with a large roof terrace and four compact smaller homes.

In the middle of the block is a large oblong garden.  

DecimA Graphite clay pavers add a playful touch and variety to the project

Zuidboulevard in Waregem, the new city centre access route

In summer 2017 the ZuidBoulevard was officially opened with a large public festival. The boulevard is a unique promenade offering visitors and residents a mix of functions. Along it you will find the new city library, three apartment buildings and various shops.  

Hand-made Linea 3007 facing brick is the perfect match with the natural surroundings

Generously proportioned contemporary villa that gives a nod to old farmhouse

This project has provided a home for a couple and their guests in the middle of an impressive green environment. The distinguishing features of the house are two large pitched volumes that are in stark contrast with the surrounding level ground but perfectly offset against the tall trees.  

Bronze Yellow Ancienne Belgique forms link between transparent pavilions and terrace

Make-over Hotel Arena in Amsterdam creates tasteful park hotel/

The 4-star Hotel Arena is located in a listed building, namely the former Saint Elisabeth Orphanage in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Work on the extension of Hotel Arena started in 2013 and was completed in 2016.

Ochre-tinted Brick M enhances contrast between different processing methods

Striking, timess and innovative brick architecture

It was not by chance that ‘Residentie Corda’ comprising 15 apartments and one office space was given its name. ‘Corda’ is a German motorcycle manufacturer specialising in sidecar combinations, asymmetric constructions just like the architecture of the building.  

Ancienne Belgique Lava heightens the rural feel

Landscaped garden with clay pavers completes renovated square farmhouse

Landscape and garden architect Jonas D’hoore from Creatief in groen created this landscaped garden around a renovated square farmhouse in Poperinge.

The design integrates the farmhouse into the surrounding landscape of fields in the Westhoek. 

Rugged and robust character of Brick R triumphs as part of an architectural gem

Cadiz, 40.000m² of housing, offices, a residential care facility, cafés, restaurants and shops

Cadiz is a multifunctional block in the Cadixwijk on the Eilandje in Antwerp. The construction of this prestigious project has helped to create a brand new, fashionable district within the city.

The unique enclosed garden of the Museum of the Canals in Amsterdam

Part of the museum that helps tell the history of the ring of canals

The museum about Amsterdam’s ring of canals is housed in a beautiful large mansion on a bend of the Herengracht. Behind this unique building which provides the ideal location for the museum, there is a spacious garden twelve metres wide and thirty metres long. While being exceptional for the area, the garden fits in perfectly with the status and the character of this building. 

The old gasworks in Lier

Coherent architecture with variations in shade

As the name suggests, the project is situated on the site of the old gasworks on the outskirts of Lier.  

Subtle colour variations in the clay pavers create a warm ambience both inside and outside

'Docks Bruxsel' architectural shopping centre with a unique appeal thanks to clay pavers

The Docks Bruxsel architectural complex is part of a larger urban project with the aim of transforming abandoned industrial wasteland into a new lively and dynamic district on the outskirts of the city.

Mix of hand-made facing bricks combines peace and liveliness

New Sint-Antonius residential care facility in Brussels South

Sint-Antonius is a residential care facility situated in the centre of the quiet village of Sint-Pieters-Leeuw. 

Light grey clay paver demonstrates its versatility as a paving material

Show garden full of variety creates haven of peace and openness

As managers of family business Tuinen Hoornaert, the pair designed the outside space with two aims in mind: to create both a peaceful oasis for the family and also an inspiring show garden for customers. The result: a garden that stimulates the senses and spontaneously inspires ideas while at the same time looking completely natural and simple. 

The re-evaluation of the historic Vondelpark Pavilion in Amsterdam

A clear and directional design

The brief was to ensure that the area immediately surrounding the building not only provided the perfect foil for the pavilion but also fitted in with Jan David Zocher’s design for the Vondelpark dating back to 1865. 

Unique appearance of dark Graphite clay paver dominates Tour & Taxis plaza

Or how a natural clay paver can blend in with its surroundings

Tour & Taxis is a unique location with exceptional architecture in the heart of our Belgian capital. Here you will find a wide variety of tenants, exciting showrooms, various businesses, gourmet restaurants, services and an urban project full of promise for the whole district.  

Brick-clad office building with Infinitum 3003, the tone has been set!

The link between traditional and innovative architecture

When the project manager and the architect are one and the same person, the outcome is always awaited with keen anticipation.  It invariably leads to unique realisations that exhibit great attention to detail. 

Vertical applications concept

Facing bricks as a creative source of a new school building

A brand new building has been erected at the north side of the sports facility, on the playgrounds of the elementary school building. The new school building is home to a nursery school and equipped with several class rooms and all of the facilities that teachers need to fulfil their tasks in the best way possible.  

A garden to unwind with a functional edge

The logical option of clay pavers, a fair and sustainable garden element oozing character

The client, Koen, lives very near to his business at the French border. He longed for a place where he could unwind, with no connections whatsoever to his hatchery business. Landscape architect Berwout Dochy's mission was to design a garden based on this brief.  

Modest church building with a natural look

A unique brick for a unique project

The architecture of the new church building is based on two starting points: the powerful lines of the original burnt down church, and the wish to make the building a great place to meet.  

Belval, a François Schuiten-style utopia

Graphite clay pavers unite and colour the neighbourhood

The project to which Vande Moortel has been able to contribute with its clay pavers is located at the heart of this large site: the redevelopment of public spaces at Terrasse des Hauts Fourneaux, where the twenty buildings of the Cité des Sciences stand. 

Creativity with facing bricks defines look of office building

Brick has been and still is the most durable and timeless material

CAW Oost-Vlaanderen is in the process of constructing an office building with primary care facilities and 16 short-stay units on the site of a former brewery in the heart of Sint-Gillis-bij-Dendermonde. 

Atmospheric garden with an open character thanks to Lava clay pavers

Contemporary outside space is a pleasant place in which to relax

Landscape and garden designer Stijn De Baets was given the challenge of creating a garden with a holiday feel and peaceful atmosphere. "The feel is the prime concern while paying due attention to architectural guidelines and proportions. It is mainly a question of interpreting what a space requires in order to allow it to realise its maximum potential", explains Stijn.   

The pharmacy of the future

Traditional Flemish brickwork with a contemporary look

The client contacted the architect with a clear vision in mind. What would become 'the pharmacy of the future', was confirmed by concepts such as customer centricity, functionality, architecture and detailing. The result is a powerful sample of innovative architecture in every way 

A façade structure full of contrast thanks to yellow brown Nature7 Brick V

Modern apartment building with clever design

The apartment building was built on a very narrow plot which forms a transition between a large building from the 1960s and a typical corner lot in an authentic side street of the ring road. Due to the protection of historic buildings and the cohesion of this side street, this corner lot could not be demolished.

Refurbishment of 'Orlyplein' as a meeting place

The return of the human dimension

The Sloterdijk area is undergoing a thorough redevelopment. It was once a business centre mainly comprising offices and industry, but this is set to change. Over the coming years, it will gradually be transformed into a more varied city area that is not only better linked to its surroundings, but where it will also be possible to live. 

Powerful appearance thanks to dark facing bricks with contrasting finish

new library to become Zoersel's new village icon

The new library is set to become Zoersel's new village icon. The building is the result of a balancing exercise between designing a building that is tailored to the village on the one hand, and demonstrating its role as a public building on the other hand.

Clay paver connecting all garden elements

A blue and grey mosaic around an azure blue centre

In this functional contemporary garden pleasure and ease of maintenance are the focus. The remarkably spacious grass lawn forms the ideal space for garden parties, children at play and games.  

Authentic clay pavers provide a seamless transition between the interior and the exterior

A peaceful haven in all seasons

Gianni De Clercq from Green Concepts was given the briefing to design a garden which the owners could enjoy all year round. In the midst of all the hustle and bustle there should be a functional and low-maintenance area, combining the traditional character with some modern elements.  

Huis van Hendrik with courtyard garden wins Lieven de Key Medal 2014!

SeptimA Sepia paver in top design

On 18 November 2014, during the presentation of the Lieven de Key Medal at the town hall in Haarlem, the project “Huis van Hendrik” was awarded two prizes. Both the professional jury and the public chose the Huis van Hendrik as a winner. It is the first time in the history of this prize that a project has won a prize from both the professional jury and the public. It can rightly be referred to as unique. 

Vision and design for Haagstreek, Leidschendam

How pavers can work in a design for a care environment

The (long-term) care that is provided in the Haagstreek health facility focuses on patients’ mental health. But the various services provided here all have their own specific spatial needs. Vollmer & Partners’ vision was aimed at achieving a tranquil “healing environment” and optimum coordination between the specific care provided in this facility and the surroundings. The plan provides for a qualitative outdoor space that is superbly tailored to the architecture of the new care buildings in terms of composition, and the colours and materials used.  

Care home, Huise-Zingem (Belgium) by Sergison Bates Architects

An English view on Flemish tradition

Sergison Bates architects have earned a reputation as one of the UK’s leading architectural practices. Recently they were responsible for the development of a care home in Huise-Zingem, Belgium. 

Renovation project using clay pavers in the historic centre of Utrecht

Special materials create a better quality stay

Long format green-grey infinitum 6013 enhances exclusive look of villa

Dramatic transformation of detached ‘70s house in Voorschoten, the Netherlands

In a park-like setting in Voorschoten, the Netherlands, stood a typical ’70s house surrounded by a beautiful garden with large trees, a number of outbuildings and a swimming pool.

Clay pavers create the perfect transition between nature and the home

Swimming amongst waves of green

Sometimes nature specifically defines how a garden should look. The owners of a piece of land in the historic dunes at Sint-Martens-Latem were extremely fond of the rolling green hills and the wooded area around their home. Garden contractor Frederiek Snaet was given the task to respect this natural setting whilst adding a sleek but simple swimming pool. 

Double fired clay pavers in a contemporary design by Monbaliu landscape gardeners

Home, environment and garden in harmony

This modern, newly built villa forms a geometric ensemble in a green setting. A series of small volumes and smart views together create a sense of openness and intimacy. 

Dehullu Architecten scores with rustic brick in modern design

34 classy social housing units with a contemporary look

Dehullu Architecten won the competition to build 34 social housing units in the Losschaert zone in Zwevegem. This pilot project for water management fits in with the vision of the intercommunal Leiedal.

Mix of authentic and sustainable clay pavers ties in with Meijendel’s dune landscape

Meijendel’s beautiful vast dune landscape from drinking water company Dunea in the Netherlands

Meijendel is a vast dune area to the north of The Hague, the Netherlands. Drinking water company Dunea manages three dune areas which form part of the Hollandse Duinen National Park, including Meijendel. These three areas are crucial for the purification of drinking water.

Mariatroon residential care centre in Dendermonde expands significantly

Septem 8025: a brown brick with subtle shading and an ecological trump card

In the centre of Dendermonde, a new replacement building has brought a new dimension and a diversified range of care services to the Mariatroon residential care centre. The new residential care centre now has an increased capacity and provides accommodation for specific types of care such as the treatment of people with Huntington's disease.

Hand-Made long-format facing brick unifies modern villa in forest setting

Contemporary house with powerful dynamic and strong lines

This house is situated in a green residential area in Sint-Kruis Bruges on a south-facing plot. The client wanted a modern, contemporary home with a swimming pool and maximum interaction with the forest setting while retaining sufficient privacy.

How the fresh-looking Wasserstrich ‘linea 7036’ facing brick fits perfectly within a design

Residentie ‘Orion’ on the outskirts of Dendermonde is an iconic building

Residentie Orion is located in an extremely desirable and also very visible spot at one of the main intersections on a main access road leading into the city of Dendermonde and within walking distance of the Grote Markt. In addition, the spacious south-facing garden looks out onto the Oude Dender river.

Hand-Made miniature green grey facing brick makes the building stand out thanks to its texture and colour

The Joremaaie Apartment Building in Ghent, timeless and solid brick architecture

The Joremaaie project is located in Ghent city centre. It is the second project that CAAN architecten have carried out at this site for Lafaut Invest. The first project (Leiezicht Apartment Building) is located right next to this one. The third and latest project (Bord de Lys Apartment Building) is located a bit further along the street.

Spacious landscaped garden with natural swimming pool bordered by brown clay pavers

Green Architects opts for sustainability with natural materials

This gem is situated in a rural residential setting. The renovated house has a landscaped garden covering an area of 1 ha which includes an orchard, a wild flower meadow and views over the idyllic landscape beyond. In order to be able to enjoy these surroundings, various terraces (for dining, sitting and relaxing) were created around the natural swimming pool.

Nature7 Brick S brick contributes to authenticity of new residential complex

Ode to the construction of houses in the 19th century on Noordsingel in Rotterdam

The design for the Noordsingel Lofts in Rotterdam came about out of amazement at the missed opportunity to make the most of a beautiful spot on the corner of Noordsingel and Tollenstraat in the Oude Noorden district. The spot – part of the protected cityscape of Noordsingel – is close to the centre of Rotterdam and part of the Oude Noorden district.

Red brick at one with the surrounding nature

New education campus for the Department of Health Care

Today's health care – more than ever before – needs a strong link between the daily practice, education, research and society. With this in mind, the Institute of Higher Vocational Nursing Education in Genk, UC Leuven-Limburg institute of higher education and Oost-Limburg Hospital joined forces.

Functional detailing in brickwork with ‘linea 3016’

Distinctive yet modest architecture

At first glance, there is nothing that immediately strikes you about this home with its coral-red brickwork. A lot of houses are brick-built and a lot also have the same orange-red colouring.
However it is the floating carport, asymmetrical design and specific detailing in the brickwork that make this modest house so distinctive.

Sustainability and a natural appearance as the trump card of the SeptimA Anthracite clay paver

Dynamic design breathes new ‘green’ life into city garden

When it came to designing this city garden, the owners gave Jeroen Verheyen (Duo Verde) carte blanche. Their only requirement was for the design to be transparent so that they would still be able to keep an eye on the children from the house when they were playing out in the garden.

The Hand-Made linea 7036 as a canvas for distinctive bay windows

A contrasting interplay between rough contours and clean lines

The transformation of the Delft Railway Zone includes the creation of a new residential district: Nieuw Delft. One of the neighbourhoods in Nieuw Delft – Coendersbuurt – is characterised by its small scale, family-friendly living environment and typical Delft streets of terraced houses.

Holiday in your own garden with a hint of exclusivity thanks to sustainable ‘Oyster grey’ clay pavers

Show garden of garden contractor Didier Van Volsem wins over visitors with its craftsmanship

The garden of Didier Van Volsem, designed by renowned garden designer Erik De Waele, is situated in the undulating Pajottenland, also known as the Tuscany of the Low Countries.

Linea 6012 reinforces the idea of bringing earth and air together

Black House, an interplay of historic and modern influences

Black House is a private new build house in the English countryside in Kent and was completed in the summer of 2017 by AR Design Studio.  

Jack Woolley's "Spiral House" with linea 3016

Winner of the RIBA Viewpoint competition (RIBA Journal; Sept. 2015)

The site in Balham, abandoned for the past 15 years and overrun by Japanese knotweed, was originally the garden of a neighbouring building. It made the ground works complicated but the site unappealing to developers and hence affordable.

Award winning show gardens at RHS Chelsea Flower Show with Vande Moortel clay pavers

Vande Moortel contributes at four gardens

We are proud to announce that our clay pavers were chosen for four show gardens at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. RHS Chelsea Flower Show is the most prestigious flower show in the world, presenting some of the best garden designers the UK has to offer. 

Winner New London Architecture Award 2012

Library Street affordable housing, London built with Linea facing bricks

The New London Awards recognise the very best in architecture, planning and development in the capital. New and proposed projects were eligible across all sectors of the built environment and were judged by an international jury.

Renovation project using clay pavers in the historic centre of Utrecht

Special materials create a better quality stay

Social housing project with strikingly interesting architecture

Long thin linea facing brick with recessed joint emphasises linearity

The popular neighbourhood of Les Marolles has a long and eventful history. So does the Huidevetters social housing project in Brussels’ oldest quarter.