Belgian pavilion

In addition, Carré 7 also leans on Belgian partner Pirnay/Poly-Tech for structural engineering matters. Pirnay Engineers has worked extensively with Carré 7 on various projects in the past. They too were allowed to stick their name on the Charleroi football stadium. Their portfolio was further complemented by impressive projects such as Hotel Van der Valk in Charleroi and the CHU Tivoli hospital in La Louvière.

Carré 7 will also have the support of a Japanese partner JMA Architects. JMA Architects has already built several institutions from scratch, including school buildings, hospitals, religious buildings and government buildings.

International Beyond Limits focuses on the operational part of the public tender. In short, they ensure a smooth flow of information and communication between the various partners. They oversee the entire project and make adjustments where necessary. On the operational side back-of-house has partnered with Nihon Housing.

Finally, One Designs will play the role of construction company in this consortium. That Japanese firm offers a broad service from interior design to complete construction and renovation of buildings.

The winning consortium also defined the Belgian character very clearly in their design. Belgium is a rich country, both linguistically and territorially! Our beautiful country is built around different languages, cultures and communities. We managed to become one and unite to grow together and build the city of the future.

With our pavilion, we wanted to highlight this diversity to show the world the richness of Belgium. All these different facets are part of our strength,they are part of our history and they need to be represented. The theme chosen for the Belgian pavilion, water and cells, is a tribute to life, to man, but also to the federated entities of Belgium. Water has a special place in Belgium and can be found everywhere and in many different forms.Water is present in all 3 federal states.

It is the common thread that guides the Flemings,Walloons, German speakers and Brussels natives in a dance marked by the harmony of their differences. In a country where water is more than a resource, it is an invitation to openness, mutual understanding and the celebration of diversity. It sublimates Belgium in an enchanting story that begs to be written with each new chapter in its history. It helps create a closer social fabric, encourages sharing and mutual understanding, despite language and cultural differences.