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BC is a hybrid practice designing and undertaking acts of building for systemic change in construction. Standardized circular materials Léém by BC materials.

BC is BC architects & studies & materials. BC stands for Brussels Cooperation and points to how BC grew - embedded within place and people. We operate through 3 legal entities registered in Belgium: BC architects bvba (architecture company), BC studies vzw (non-profit), BC materials cv (material production cooperative). BC is a hybrid practice, designing and undertaking "acts of building" towards

systemic change in the construction sector. We strive for bioregional, low-tech, circular, beautiful and inclusive design. We work with our minds and our hands, undertaking activities such as community organisation, material production, contracting, teaching, prototyping. We aim to impact positively on people's ideas and planet. We act on behalf of the generations after us. Started in between 2009 and 2012, our team currently consists of 4 co-founders and around 20 collaborators, working from Brussels on projects on the European and African continent. Legal information:

VAT-number: BE 0844036986

Orde van architecten - provinciale raad Vlaams-Brabant en Brussel-Hoofdstad

71.111 Bouwarchitecten

01/09/2026

Research is a key part of our hybrid practice. It offers a straightforward way to share our material knowledge and ideas with a wider audience.

Recently, three books were published, each featuring an article by BC. We contributed to “Mycelium Resources in Architecture and Design” ( ), edited by , as well as “Ecological Pedagogies” ( ), with editing led by D’Laine Camp . You will also find our work in “Becoming. Architectures for a planet in transition” , published alongside the 2026 UIA World Congress of Architects () in Barcelona.

Find out more at bcstudies.org

28/08/2026

Library of Muyinga, Burundi
completed in 2012

26/08/2026

Transforming our building culture requires working directly with materials in real contexts. At TU Wien, students recently designed and constructed three full-scale spatial interventions: a kitchen, a work-meet area, and a read-rest zone.

Far beyond temporary learning exercises, these are high-quality, fully functional structures. They were constructed using rammed earth with a terrazzo finish. This careful treatment transforms the raw earth into a refined, durable surface that is entirely practical for daily use.

The project explores how material intelligence can serve as a climatic agent. By relying on the natural properties of earth-based materials rather than standard mechanical systems, these solid interventions actively shape the comfort, perception, and atmosphere of the spaces they occupy.

Photos by: .sebesta

20/08/2026

The Women’s House of Ouled Merzoug, a community space in Morocco, built in 2019 from local granite and adobe to provide a place for women to meet, work, and learn.

17/08/2026

Join us to our upcoming Afterwork event on September 3rd, where we are hosting OUEST Architecture.

Based in Brussels, their practice focuses on transforming existing structures through clear, measured interventions. They approach the built environment with a strong sensitivity to context and the ongoing life of a space.
Join us on September 03rd at 18:30 for their presentation, followed by a drink and conversation.

Location: BC architects&studies&materials
Please register via the link in our bio.

13/08/2026

Taking material research from an academic setting into everyday construction practice requires trust. We build that trust through physical testing.

For the Ringpark project, we are evaluating how rammed earth responds to heavy rain. Rather than relying purely on theory, we simulate the weather. By spraying water onto different samples and measuring exactly what washes off, we get a clear picture of the material’s durability.

It is a straightforward method to understand material behaviour. This kind of hands-on testing is how we bridge the gap between lab research and the physical realities of the building site.

04/08/2026

BC Architects is looking for a landscape architect to join a multidisciplinary team and helping us fulfilling our bioregional approach in this crucial field. Integrating landscape design allows us to deepen our commitment to local ecosystems, bridging the gap between the built environment and its natural surroundings.

If you are available on short notice and ready to bring your expertise to our collaborative practice, please see the post for the full profile requirements. We invite you to apply by sending your CV and portfolio to [email protected]

03/08/2026

Coming up: Workshop - Focus Clay Plaster and Paint at .
register via the Link in our Bio

30/07/2026

Recently completed in Gooik, this project integrates local material reuse into the interior architecture. The kitchen features a custom sink crafted from a reclaimed natural stone slab sourced from a nearby farm. The stone carving was executed by Natursteen Decoster , resting on a inox substructure fabricated by .chatenet

22/07/2026

BC materials is looking for 2 interns in Operational Work to join our production team in Brussels.
You’ll help produce Léém materials, maintain our production infrastructure, and support bespoke material projects.

We are looking for someone who is curious, practical, and not afraid to get their hands dirty with new (old) materials.

Where ? Brussels
When ? September 2026 (4–6 months)
How ? Send your CV + cover letter to [email protected]
Subject: INTERN – OPERATIONAL WORK

Adresse

Havenlaan 104, Gebouw D
Brussels
1000

Site Web

http://www.bc-as.org/, https://www.architect.be/nl/juridisch/wetteksten-aanbevelingen/reglement-van-16-december-1983-van

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