Quatuor Building

Quatuor Building
© Philippe Piraux

Quatuor Building 

Jaspers-Eyers Architects

ARCHITECTS
John Eyers, Loïk Eyers, Jean-Michel Jaspers, Max Herman

PROJECT ARCHITEC
Gilles Bollens

HEALTH AND SAFETY COORDINATOR
Bopro

CURTAIN WALLS
ConceptWall 86

CURTAIN WALLS
ConceptWall 50

ACOUSTICS
Bureau De Fonseca

SPECIAL TECHNIQUES
VK Architects and Engineers

GENERAL CONTRACTOR
Besix Group

LANDSCAPING
JNC international

MANUFACTURERS
Reynaers Aluminium, AGC, Portugal Limestones

STABILITY ENGINEER
Establis

YEAR
2021

LOCATION
Bruxelles, Belgium

CATEGORY
Mixed Use Architecture, Offices, Retail

QUATUOR: A MODEL OF SUSTAINABILITY AND STRIKING ARCHITECTURE

Quatuor is a remarkable office project located at the gateway to Brussels's Noordwijk neighborhood.

Quatuor Building
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Quatuor Building
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Developed by Befimmowith Jaspers-Eyers Architects, it comprises four compact structures spanning 60,000 square meters.

The project's key inspiration was to create a sustainable environment that integrates harmoniously with the urban landscape.

Quatuor Building
© Georges de Kinder
Quatuor Building
© Philippe Piraux

Jaspers-Eyers Architects opted for playful, organic shapes, resulting in curved facades that offer a unique character.

Quatuor's spatial configuration plays a crucial role in its design. The compact, triangular structures with rounded corners create captivating curved facades, inviting the public into the inner courtyard.

By blending organically with the urban landscape, the structures integrate seamlessly. Diagonal lines of sight between the structures eliminate closed spaces.

Quatuor Building
© Philippe Van Gelooven
Quatuor Building
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Quatuor Building
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Quatuor's facade combines solid and transparent elements to enhance energy efficiency. Vertical fins with solar panels limit glass surfaces and add an aesthetic touch.

Carefully selected lighting highlights these features at night, transforming the building's appearance. Quatuor holds the prestigious BREEAM "Outstanding" label, thanks to its sustainable design.

The choice of aluminum exterior joinery perfectly aligns with this commitment, providing high insulation, ecological advantages, and recyclability.

Quatuor Building
© Philippe Van Gelooven
Quatuor Building
© Georges de Kinder
Quatuor Building
© Georges de Kinder

Despite its size, Quatuor maintains airiness and unity in diversity. The four structures blend harmoniously with the urban landscape, offering transparency and public space.

Quatuor establishes a meaningful relationship with its environment. Quatuor is a shining example of sustainable architecture and innovative design.

With its striking aesthetics, energy efficiency, and meticulous attention to detail, it adds a remarkable touch to Brussels's urban fabric.

Quatuor Building
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Existing Building
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Elevation


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1st Floor Plan
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2nd Floor Plan
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4th Floor Plan
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6th Floor Plan


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Concept - Density and Open Space
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Concept - Relation with Surroundings
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Concept - Public Space and Inner Courtyard
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Concept - Inner Area and Public Space
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Concept - Traditional Building Block
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Concept - Existing Situation


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Concept - One Coherent Plan
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Building Sketch
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Scheme Inner Courtyard


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Model
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Model 1. Image © Jean-Michel Byl
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Model