Aan de Faiderstraat in Elsene staat een opmerkelijk gebouw uit de tijd waarin kunst en architectuur samensmolten tot betoverende creaties: Maison Roosenboom. Ontworpen in 1900 door schilder-architect Albert Roosenboom, vormt dit huis een hoogtepunt binnen de Brusselse art-nouveau, naast iconen als het Hortamuseum en Maison Hannon. Het gebouw, ooit verlaten en onbewoonbaar verklaard, onderging vanaf 2020 een grondige restauratie die het terugbracht naar zijn oorspronkelijke glorie. Met zijn bloemrijke smeedwerk, elegante lijnen en rijke decoraties belichaamt Maison Roosenboom de geest van een artistieke revolutie, waarbij elk detail vertelt over de ambities en de creativiteit van een bijzonder tijdperk.Van verval tot heropleving: een verhaal van minutieuze restauratieDe restauratie van Maison Roosenboom is een verhaal van passie, geduld en vakmanschap. De façade, met sgraffito’s door Privat Livemont en het opvallende bow window, kreeg zijn oorspronkelijke kleuren terug. Binnen komen de interieurs weer tot leven, met mozaïeken, lambriseringen en plafondschilderingen die met zorg zijn teruggebracht naar hun historische uitstraling. De restauratie onthult niet alleen de schoonheid van het gebouw, maar ook de verhalen achter de details: van de symboliek in de decoraties tot de technieken die destijds werden toegepast. Elke ruimte, van de indrukwekkende hal tot de intieme salon, ademt de sfeer van een voorbij tijdperk, waarbij moderne kennis en historische authenticiteit hand in hand gaan.Maison Roosenboom staat symbool voor de rijke architectonische geschiedenis van Brussel. Het huis nodigt uit tot ontdekking, tot bewondering voor de ambitie en het vakmanschap van een tijd waarin kunst en dagelijks leven onlosmakelijk met elkaar waren verbonden. Een bezoek aan dit bijzondere pand is een reis door de tijd, een ervaring die de schoonheid en de verhalen van de art nouveau tot leven brengt.

On Rue Faider in Ixelles stands a remarkable building from a time when art and architecture merged into enchanting creations: Maison Roosenboom. Designed in 1900 by painter-architect Albert Roosenboom, this house represents a highlight of Brussels Art Nouveau, alongside icons such as the Horta Museum and Maison Hannon. Once abandoned and declared uninhabitable, the building underwent an extensive restoration from 2020 onwards, returning it to its original splendour. With its floral wrought ironwork, elegant lines and richly detailed decoration, Maison Roosenboom embodies the spirit of an artistic revolution, where every detail speaks of the ambitions and creativity of a remarkable era.From Decline to Renewal: A Story of Meticulous RestorationThe restoration of Maison Roosenboom is a story of passion, patience and craftsmanship. The façade, featuring sgraffito panels by Privat Livemont and a striking bow window, has regained its original colours. Inside, the interiors come back to life through mosaics, wall panelling and ceiling paintings, carefully restored to their historic appearance. The restoration reveals not only the beauty of the building, but also the stories behind its details: from the symbolism embedded in the decoration to the techniques used at the time. Every space — from the impressive entrance hall to the intimate salon — breathes the atmosphere of a bygone era, where contemporary expertise and historical authenticity go hand in hand.Maison Roosenboom stands as a symbol of Brussels’ rich architectural heritage. The house invites exploration and admiration for the ambition and craftsmanship of a period in which art and everyday life were inseparably linked. A visit to this exceptional residence is a journey through time — an experience that brings the beauty and stories of Art Nouveau vividly to life.

At the beginning of the 20th century, the vast Tour & Taxis site was a bustling logistics hub: international goods arrived here by rail, ship, and truck. The impressive Gare Maritime served as a transshipment hall where tons of goods were processed daily, while the stately Royal Warehouse served as a storage facility for valuable and controlled goods. The site was a world unto itself, with customs services, rail lines, workshops, and offices that formed the economic heart of Brussels.Today, Tour & Taxis demonstrates how heritage and urban development can reinforce each other. The former industrial zone has been transformed into an urban district where historic buildings have been carefully renovated and given a new purpose. The Gare Maritime has now become a lively covered street full of restaurants, cafés, and shops, where major events are regularly held. The Royal Warehouse has been transformed into an elegant location for offices, design shops, and cultural activities. In addition, the charming Hôtel de la Poste, the recently built Park Lane apartments, and the green Gare Maritime Park together form a dynamic whole that shows how a former industrial zone can become a future-oriented urban space.During a guided tour, you will embark on a fascinating journey through time and space. You will discover how the enormous halls of the Gare Maritime functioned when train carriages still rolled in and out, how the Royal Warehouse was used for customs clearance, and where the staff worked, lived, and took their breaks. You will explore the refined architectural details of the Hôtel de la Poste and gain insight into recent and future projects that are transforming Tour & Taxis into an example of sustainable urban development. Through the stories, anecdotes, and hidden places that the guide shares with you, you will experience the site in a way that you would never be able to discover on your own. After such a visit, you will not only see this iconic site with new eyes, but also the way in which cities evolve without denying their past.

De tentoonstelling UNLOCKED – The Art of Possibility neemt u mee achter de schermen van creativiteit. Naar het moment waarop mogelijkheden vorm krijgen. Waar verbeelding, verbinding, veerkracht, proces en innovatie meesterwerken tot leven brengen.De tentoonstelling vertrekt vanuit een overtuiging die Belfius al langere tijd uitdraagt: creativiteit is een essentiële motor voor verandering en vooruitgang. Kunstenaars tonen hoe openheid voor het onzekere nieuwe perspectieven opent, en hoe het creatieve proces zelf minstens zo betekenisvol is als het uiteindelijke resultaat.De tentoonstelling is opgebouwd rond werken uit de Belfius Art Collection, waarin oude, moderne en hedendaagse kunst samenkomen. U ontdekt er werken van Michel François, René Magritte, Panamarenko, Paul Delvaux, Félicien Rops, James Ensor, Koen Van Mechelen, Joris Van de Moortel, Pol Bury, Anne-Mie Van Kerkhoven en Jan Cox, maar ook de recentste aanwinsten van Belgisch talent zoals Marie Cloquet en Marie Rosen.In totaal worden maar liefst 73 werken gepresenteerd, waarvan een vijftigtal voor het eerst wordt getoond. Samen vormen ze een gelaagd parcours dat toont hoe creativiteit voortdurend in beweging blijft. Laat u verrassen door de rijkdom aan ideeën en vormen. Ontdek wat mogelijk wordt wanneer verbeelding de ruimte krijgt.innenkort te boeken

Peu de gens savent que le cimetière de Laeken est l'un des plus anciens et des plus artistiques de Belgique, et qu'un vaste réseau de catacombes se cache sous ce site en apparence paisible. Se promener dans ce lieu, c’est comme voyager dans le temps : les monuments funéraires révèlent une symbolique oubliée qui nous raconte comment les générations passées abordaient la vie, la mort et la mémoire. Au XIXe siècle, le deuil était un événement social, riche en rituels partagés et en lieux de commémoration soigneusement conçus — un univers qui contraste fortement avec la culture funéraire individuelle et sobre d’aujourd’hui.Vous vous promènerez le long des tombes de personnages historiques tels que Joseph Poelaert, architecte du Palais de Justice, Marie Poppelin, pionnière des droits des femmes, et Émile Bockstael, dernier bourgmestre de Laeken. Des artistes tels que Fernand Khnopff, Alphonse Balat, architecte des Serres royales, et des personnalités comme la chanteuse d’opéra La Malibran ont trouvé ici leur dernière demeure. Leurs tombes ne sont pas seulement des souvenirs, mais aussi des œuvres d’art à part entière — façonnées par la main de sculpteurs et d’architectes qui ont contribué à façonner l’art funéraire à Bruxelles. Chaque tombe raconte une histoire, allant de la tragédie personnelle au statut social.Au cours d'une visite guidée, vous découvrirez non seulement ces chefs-d'œuvre, mais aussi les catacombes souterraines, un ensemble rare et impressionnant que l'on ne trouve pratiquement nulle part ailleurs en Belgique. Ce n’est pas un hasard si ce cimetière est parfois surnommé le « Père Lachaise de Bruxelles » : la richesse de son art, de ses histoires et des émotions qu’il suscite est saisissante. Notre guide vous fera découvrir ses secrets, sa symbolique et son architecture — et vous fera quitter ce lieu exceptionnel avec un regard tout à fait différent.

In 1925, the Brussels-based architect Adrien Blomme designed a remarkable house in the Louise district. He was commissioned by the brewer Léon Wielemans, who built the house as a gift for his wife, Yvonne Wielemans-Hennet. Her passion for Spain formed the starting point for the entire design.What makes the building so special is the unique way in which it came into being. The Wielemans couple took Blomme to Granada in Andalusia, where he produced his first sketches on site. Inspired by the splendour of the Alhambra, Blomme brought the beauty of Moorish Andalusia to Brussels. He arranged the rooms around the patio to create a labyrinth of light, shadow and southern charm. No fewer than 5,000 azulejos, or traditional Spanish tiles, were used in the decoration.Today, the Hotel Wielemans stands as a rare testament to the flamboyant 1920s, where Belgian architecture and Spanish mysticism converge in unforgettable fashion. Visitors can sense Yvonne Wielemans’ vision and Adrien Blomme’s craftsmanship throughout the building. It is precisely this hidden treasure that makes the hotel well worth discovering: an unexpectedly warm place behind an austere façade that must be seen to be believed.

The Devalck House, a magnificent example of Brussels Art Nouveau, was designed in 1900 by architect Gaspard Devalck as a gift for his mother. The building showcases his characteristic attention to detail: the white stone façade is broken up by sleek strips of bluestone and delineated by fine lines of red brick, creating a harmonious and elegant pattern. Devalck later established his own studio there, turning the house into both a private residence and a workshop, imbued with creativity and craftsmanship.What makes Huis Devalck truly special are the beautifully preserved stained glass windows by master glassmaker Raphaël Evaldre. The windows bring the light to life and tell subtle stories in color and motif, giving each room a unique atmosphere. These artistic elements make the house not only an architectural gem, but also a living work of art that reflects the rich history of Brussels and its craftsmen. For visitors, it is an extraordinary experience to admire the details up close during a guided tour.Thanks to careful restoration, Huis Devalck was awarded a heritage prize, recognition for the quality and respect with which the building was restored. The current residents are completely enamored with their home and speak passionately about its history, architecture, and the works of art that adorn it. A visit inside Devalck House offers not only a glimpse of the splendor of early 20th-century Brussels, but also a story of dedication, creativity, and love for heritage—an experience you won't soon forget.

When Jean-Baptiste Dewin drew up the design for the town hall of Forest in the early 1930s, he was at the height of his career. The result is a magnificent Art Deco building in which modernist details are subtly interwoven. This architectural gem, in the municipality where Dewin himself lived, is one of the most remarkable town halls in Brussels.After a thorough ten-year renovation, the building once again shines in its original glory. The warm colors, the carefully restored De Coene furniture, and the craftsmanship evident in every room bring the atmosphere of yesteryear back to life. The town hall still fulfills its original function as a service center for the residents of Forest.During a visit to this remarkable building, Dewin's recognizable design language unfolds, full of refined references to nature and local identity. For the design, he drew inspiration from the wooded character of Forest, the municipality that experienced strong population growth in the early 20th century. Inside, you are immediately captivated by the monumental staircase where Little Red Riding Hood welcomes you, by the door handles of the wedding hall with playful acorn motifs, and by the stained glass windows depicting scenes of workers—an ode to the municipality's industrial past. The whole forms an enchanting journey of discovery that only invites you to explore more. A tour of the town hall of Forest is an experience you won't want to miss.