Be-MINE’s lighting masterplan unifies Belgium’s largest industrial heritage site with sustainable, visually engaging illumination that enhances safety, spatial clarity, and identity—highlighting key landmarks like the shaft towers and church while preserving historical integrity.
Be-MINE, Belgium’s most significant historical industrial heritage site, operational between 1922 & 1986, spans 100,000 m². Since ceasing operations, it underwent a bold conversion, blending history, culture & current life, creating a dynamic hub, attracting business, residents & visitors: Residential units blending modern living in the historical setting; Cultural & commercial spaces; Recreational & sports facilities; all planned to appeal to younger generations.
In 2019, we won the international competition for the site's lighting masterplan, tasked with ensuring a cohesive, balanced & pleasing nighttime identity.
The plan intends to generate coherence & hierarchy, unify the diverse site elements while creating clear spatial organization, visual Interest & safety, an inviting & happy night ambience while ensuring well-lit, safe public spaces & eco-efficiency – Implementing sustainable lighting solutions.
The plan accommodates future architectural development, ensuring seamless integration in the project.