Project name: XPAND
Author: SHARP archiectures.
Laurent Warlop and Hugo Prades Claessens
USAGES, Dimitri Fache, Gilles Debrun
Collaborators: Lisa Ducrocq, Martin Chedel
Customer: UNITED CONSULTING
Type of work: Office building
Work performed: Design of a new office building entirely made of wood and zero energy
Location: Puurs Sint Amands, Antwerp
Date: on process
Surface: 8,500m2
Photographer/Infographic: SHARP archiectures + USES
The purpose of the project is to carry out a feasibility study to understand the number of homes that can be built on a privileged plot of land in Saint-Jean-de-Luz.
This 8,500 m² office project, entirely built in wood except for the foundations, aims to be one of the first ENERGY Zero office buildings, ensuring carbon neutrality. By using biosourced materials and a design that maximizes solar gain in winter while minimizing heat gain in summer, the building will be energy-positive. The subtle interplay of light and shadow throughout the spaces creates a unique ambiance, enhancing the well-being of its occupants. The design frees up diagonals to maximize the sense of space while maintaining a warm and inviting work environment. The alternation between interior and exterior volumes offers a dynamic spatial experience, balancing stimulation and calmness of the mind. This project represents a significant step forward in sustainable construction and contemporary design.











