TELEX BUILDING in Brussels, Belgium by Crepain Binst Architecture nv

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One of the most innovative office buildings designed by architect Leon Stynen is located above the underground north-south railway connection in the heart of Brussels. When this building was completed in 1958, it was a technological tour de force, but 50 years later, it needs some adjustments.

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• Architects: Crepain Binst Architecture nv
• Project: TELEX BUILDING
• Location: Brussels, Belgium
• Photography: Crepain Binst Architecture nv
• Proprietor: BEFIMMO NV
• Collaborator: Melissa Janssens
• Stability: Establis
• Engineering: Interbuild
• Acoustics: Studiebureau Venac BVBA
• General contractor: Interbuild
• Start design: 20.09.2006
• Start execution: 05.12.2008
• Temporary completion: march 2011
• Site: 4.395 m2
• Total: 20.624 m2
• Office space m²: 17.140 m2
• Environmental construction: m²: 1.855 m2
• Aantal, m2 appartments: – m2
• Number of parking spaces: 53

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Although it is not classified as a monument, it was soon decided to clean restore the facade to its original appearance where needed. All the engineering and fittings were replaced and once more, architects looked for the latest visions regarding sustainability and energy management. The box-in-the-box principle makes it possible to optimally insulate the walls and make spaces that are independent of the existing wall structure. The concept received the energy reward from the city of Brussels.

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Tags: Belgium, Brussels

Category: Office Building

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