- ORG Permanent Modernity
Administrative Centre Beveren
Governmental buildings serve an exemplary function and need to adhere to the highest environmental standards, fire protection and safety requirements. A challenge, yes. A problem? Not at all.
A few years ago, the municipality of Beveren was in desperate need of more space because their personnel had increased fivefold. The renovation and added extensions of their administrative building had reached its limits, so there was really only one solution: the construction of a completely new facility.
Architectural firm ORG Permanent Modernity won the public tender, and relied on Reynaers Aluminium’s expertise for the glass façade, screen systems and windows.
Seamlessly integrated windows
The exterior with a unique stone-like appearance integrates beautifully into the existing urban fabric. Meticulously placed facing bricks combined with limestone give the façade a unique yet dynamic look. Integral to the design are the vertical windows by Reynaers Aluminium, seamlessly incorporated and enhancing natural light diffusion into the flexible office spaces.
To align with the architectural vision, MasterLine 8 windows with hidden vents were selected. In this design, the opening vent is concealed behind the frame profile, allowing it to blend seamlessly with the gable brickwork. A perfect addition to the clean, modern and minimalist façade, giving the turn-tilt or tilt-turn windows the same appearance of fixed windows. Our MasterLine 8 system also excels in energy performance, contributing to this Nearly Zero Energy (NZE) building.
Unprecedented achievement
The building’s expansive windows feature the ConceptWall 50 glass façade system, integrating Renson screens up to 12 metres high – an unprecedented achievement due to the blinds’ extreme size. To fit within the minimalist aesthetic of the exterior, our ConceptWall 50 Fixscreen Minimal system discreetly hides the sun blind guides within the façade cover.
Given the emphasis on fire resistance, the project incorporated Reynaers Aluminium’s ConceptWall 50 Fireproof façade systems and ConceptSystem 77 Fireproof windows for the larger sections. Both fireproof and bulletproof, which was necessary for the headquarters of the local police station on the ground floors.
International recognition
The building boasts unique architectural elements, including columns along the façade designed as 3D sculptures and a mesh wall developed using advanced digital technology, which collectively give the structure its distinctive personality. It is no wonder this innovative building earned international acclaim, securing the Second Award in the Public Building category at the prestigious ‘Rethinking The Future Awards 2021’.
Used systems
Involved stakeholders
Architect
- ORG Permanent Modernity
Fabricator
- Foubert Glaswerken BVBA
Photographer
- Filip Dujardin
Other stakeholder
- Democo Antwerpen (General contractors)
