Edited by Sofie De Caigny, Hülya Ertas & Bie Plevoets

Architecture in Flanders and Brussels reflects a unique position in dealing with the existing built environment. Although the experimental approaches vary with different design methodologies, the audacity of the interventions remains, whether it is a medieval structure or a twentieth-century building. This book focuses on seven experimental approaches in preservation today: ensemble, void, reconfiguration, inside out, traces, mirror and nuance. These are explored through essays, realized projects and international references. With contributions by Sofie De Caigny, Stefan Devoldere, Hülya Ertas, Christoph Grafe, Jonathan Hill, William Mann, Leen Meganck, Bie Plevoets, Sally Stone, Michiel Van Balen, Koenraad Van Cleempoel and Caroline Voet. Published to coincide with the eponymous exhibition at DE SINGEL, Antwerp (2023-24).