COMPETITION ART SCHOOL PHICO, HASSELT

Client: Architect office Delhaise-Baert-Vanheeswyck for PHICO
Year: 1997
Project: Competition for the extension of an art & technical secondary school in Hasselt, Belgium.
The existing building is a part of an entire complex of interconnecting blocks of yellow and brownish bricks, with no interesting configuration or facades. © Copyright Delhaise-Baert-Vanheeswyck © Copyright Delhaise-Baert-Vanheeswyck  
© Copyright Delhaise-Baert-Vanheeswyck © Copyright Delhaise-Baert-Vanheeswyck The extension embraces the existing parts at the two sides, creating patios in between that can function as art galleries or exterior art gardens. The structure is clearly visible, cladded with metal panels in such a manner to create a playful facade.