Brusilia, Residential tower in Schaerbeek, Belgium.
Description
Brusilia is a residential tower in Schaerbeek with a curved concrete form that rises 100 meters high. The building contains 35 floors above ground and two basement levels, served by six elevators.
History
Jacques Cuisinier designed this structure in 1970 during the modern architecture movement, and it was Belgium's tallest residential building for decades. The 2014 construction of a newer building on the adjacent plot marked the end of its singular height record.
Culture
The curved concrete facade was designed to maximize light and views for residents, while the building's location on a major avenue shaped how people move through the neighborhood.
Practical
The tower sits directly on Avenue Louis Bertrand with convenient access to public transportation and local shops nearby. Visitors can view the curved facade from the street, though entry is restricted as it is a private residential building.
Did you know?
The original design called for a symmetrical building on both sides, but the 1970s oil crisis halted construction and only the left section was completed. This left the tower with an unusual asymmetrical profile that sets it apart from typical residential structures.
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