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139, Haute Street, Brussels, Belgium
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Other Projects by Jaspers-Eyers Architects
Espace Jacqmotte
139, Haute Street, Brussels, Belgium
YEAR
2011
Architecture
When renowned architect Michel Jaspers discovered this full city block,
which had been left vacant for decades and fallen into disrepair, he conceived
the ambition to transform it into what the Espace Jacqmotte is today: probably
the first large-scale mixed-use complex in the heart of the city. Currently managed by his son Laurent Jaspers, the aim
is to provide a mix of functions, thereby fulfilling the needs of various
different occupants and visitors.
Within the constraints of the existing urban block in the historic
centre of the Capital of Europe, the project involved the careful preservation
and restoration of its most authentic elements and classified façades, combined
with contemporary additions designed in the spirit of the historic industrial
fabric of the area.
Inside the Espace Jacqmotte complex, the more recently added central part of
the industrial block was demolished in order to restore the original, open
inner courtyard. In addition to providing natural lighting and ventilation to
the surrounding compounds, it has now become a landscaped inner garden equipped
with a pond – a peaceful and quiet place in which to escape from busy city life.
History
Espace Jacqmotte takes its name from the initial owner and occupant of
the site, the well-known Belgian coffee brand Jacqmotte. Both the ‘Maison
Jacqmotte’ and the production plant were located in the same building, which
dates back to 1828. Jacqmotte left the building in the mid-1980s and the entire
block was left abandoned for several years. In the early 1990s, architect
Michel Jaspers & Laurent Jaspers took a special interest in this urban city block and envisioned
both its renovation and revival.
The newly renovated Espace Jacqmotte has been transformed into a truly
mixed-use complex that comprises retail units along the famous Rue Haute, an
art gallery, office spaces and a series of luxury apartments that includes a majestic duplex on
the penthouse level equipped with large, landscaped terraces and a pool.
The
entire renovation took place within the perimeters of the original building and
many features relating to its rich history were
preserved or enhanced. It is when the doors open, however, that visitors
truly discover what the Espace Jacqmotte brings to the Marolles area: a
luxuriant green oasis and pond that can be enjoyed by residents and visitors
alike.
LocationThe Marolles district, in the heart of Brussels, has long been known as
a lively and popular area. Major changes during the turn of the millennium have
transformed the historically lower-class district into a desirable place to
live, work and visit. Its complete revival attracts people from various
multicultural and international horizons, professions, lifestyles and ages. A
pleasant mix of restaurants, bars and antique shops, in addition to the famous
nearby marketplaces of the Sablon and Place du Jeu de Balle, are just a few
examples of attractions which enhance this vibrant environment.
Espace Jacqmotte is ideally located between the historic city centre and
mid-town Brussels. Less than 50 metres away, a public glass-enclosed elevator
gives spectacular panoramic views across the city. It also provides access to
the gigantic Palais de Justice that formerly separated the Marolles from the
more upper-class area around the Place Louise. This new connection has resulted
in the interweaving of the two districts – all of the retail, business and
entertainment facilities located around the Boulevard de Waterloo, Avenue de la
Toison d’Or and Avenue Louise can be reached on foot in under 5 minutes.
FiguresThe 26,421-square-metre Espace Jacqmotte provides a
wide variety of spaces for multiple functions: cafés and retail units along the
Rue Blaes, the Jaspers-Eyers Architects studio at ground level, offices and 70
lofts above.
When renowned architect Michel Jaspers discovered this full city block,
which had been left vacant for decades and fallen into disrepair, he conceived
the ambition to transform it into what the Espace Jacqmotte is today: probably
the first large-scale mixed-use complex in the heart of the city. Currently managed by his son Laurent Jaspers, the aim
is to provide a mix of functions, thereby fulfilling the needs of various
different occupants and visitors.
Within the constraints of the existing urban block in the historic
centre of the Capital of Europe, the project involved the careful preservation
and restoration of its most authentic elements and classified façades, combined
with contemporary additions designed in the spirit of the historic industrial
fabric of the area.
Inside the Espace Jacqmotte complex, the more recently added central part of
the industrial block was demolished in order to restore the original, open
inner courtyard. In addition to providing natural lighting and ventilation to
the surrounding compounds, it has now become a landscaped inner garden equipped
with a pond – a peaceful and quiet place in which to escape from busy city life.
History
Espace Jacqmotte takes its name from the initial owner and occupant of
the site, the well-known Belgian coffee brand Jacqmotte. Both the ‘Maison
Jacqmotte’ and the production plant were located in the same building, which
dates back to 1828. Jacqmotte left the building in the mid-1980s and the entire
block was left abandoned for several years. In the early 1990s, architect
Michel Jaspers & Laurent Jaspers took a special interest in this urban city block and envisioned
both its renovation and revival.
The newly renovated Espace Jacqmotte has been transformed into a truly
mixed-use complex that comprises retail units along the famous Rue Haute, an
art gallery, office spaces and a series of luxury apartments that includes a majestic duplex on
the penthouse level equipped with large, landscaped terraces and a pool.
The
entire renovation took place within the perimeters of the original building and
many features relating to its rich history were
preserved or enhanced. It is when the doors open, however, that visitors
truly discover what the Espace Jacqmotte brings to the Marolles area: a
luxuriant green oasis and pond that can be enjoyed by residents and visitors
alike.
LocationThe Marolles district, in the heart of Brussels, has long been known as
a lively and popular area. Major changes during the turn of the millennium have
transformed the historically lower-class district into a desirable place to
live, work and visit. Its complete revival attracts people from various
multicultural and international horizons, professions, lifestyles and ages. A
pleasant mix of restaurants, bars and antique shops, in addition to the famous
nearby marketplaces of the Sablon and Place du Jeu de Balle, are just a few
examples of attractions which enhance this vibrant environment.
Espace Jacqmotte is ideally located between the historic city centre and
mid-town Brussels. Less than 50 metres away, a public glass-enclosed elevator
gives spectacular panoramic views across the city. It also provides access to
the gigantic Palais de Justice that formerly separated the Marolles from the
more upper-class area around the Place Louise. This new connection has resulted
in the interweaving of the two districts – all of the retail, business and
entertainment facilities located around the Boulevard de Waterloo, Avenue de la
Toison d’Or and Avenue Louise can be reached on foot in under 5 minutes.
FiguresThe 26,421-square-metre Espace Jacqmotte provides a
wide variety of spaces for multiple functions: cafés and retail units along the
Rue Blaes, the Jaspers-Eyers Architects studio at ground level, offices and 70
lofts above.
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