BC architects & studies & materials

11/06/2026

Prototyping has always been a core part of our practice. When working with reused construction elements, we must thoroughly understand their properties to get the very best out of them. As part of the GREENBIZZ II project, we are currently conducting material tests on reused granite facade panels originally from La Défense, Paris, provided by our project partner, .construction . By treating these stones with a mix of linseed oil and turpentine, we are closely evaluating their water absorption and long-term viability.

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08/06/2026

As part of the BC Summer School, we are excited to host a public lecture by .architecture to explore a crucial question: How do we rethink architecture in a world of finite resources?
Bento is an architecture, design, scenography, and research practice focused on natural and living materials. Their work is dedicated to decarbonizing the construction sector, advocating for an architecture that highlights craftsmanship, experimentation, and the living environment.

Before we head over to the lecture, everyone is warmly invited to gather for a drink at Brasserie de la Senne!

©Daniele Molajoli_BENTO_Il Duomo Invertitoarchitecture .brussels

04/06/2026

Discover the space with us! Join our guided tour of .brussels on 01.07.2026.
Save your spot: https://bcstudies.org/en/studies/visits/guided-visit-usquare

19/05/2026

For the TEGELTJES project, we created a series of triangular tables for the entry hall at the in Leuven. The final pieces highlight how simple earth-building techniques can produce useful, durable furniture for public spaces.

The project started with an open call, inviting a wide variety of people to get together and try out building with earth on a small but practical scale. By using partly prefabricated table plates and prepared resources, everyone was able to experiment freely with their own earth mixtures.

We kept the design simple so that the group could work directly with the material and learn about its texture and strength by doing. This approach shows how natural materials can be used for modern needs while keeping the process open to everyone.

Jan Crab, .architectuur.objects,

15/05/2026

14/05/2026

For our upcoming BC afterwork, we are pleased to welcome Sarah El Yousefy and Nina Ouchinsky of CRU. They will present the work of their Brussels-based design studio and their methodology for shaping bespoke pieces using raw earth, h**p, and natural finishes. This session offers an inside look at the everyday practicalities of material-driven design.

Register : https://bcstudies.org/en/studies/afterworks/bc-afterwork-x-cru-atelier

08/05/2026

Open call to universities: take part in a week of hands-on workshops, lectures and debates alongside multiple European architecture schools! We are happy to open our doors to universities eager to join with a dedicated group of students.

The Fall School is an invitation to break out of the walls of one’s own school, to exchange perspectives across Europe, build together and form connections that extend beyond a single week. For tutors alike, it offers a parallel space for dialogue: to share expertise, expand professional networks and debate and build together.

If your school is interested or you require more information, send an email to [email protected] with the subject „Fall School”.

Organised by BC studies and
Collaboration with .brussels
With the support of the Erasmus+ program.

04/05/2026

Keep an eye out for interesting events around material practices, design research, and architecture! Here is a quick look at what’s coming up in the months of May and June.
If you know of any other upcoming events, feel free to share them in the comments to expand the list!