With a rich history—from the founding by Jo Crepain to the merger in 2005 and the transition to BINST ARCHITECTS in 2015—the firm continues to evolve. Challenges such as the real estate crisis in the Netherlands were overcome under the motto “Experience meets Innovation,” resulting in a strong market position. HEADQUARTERS IN ANTWERP
Since 2018, BINST ARCHITECTS has been based in a former warehou
se in 't Zuid, surrounded by cultural developments that reflect the innovative spirit of the firm. It is here that B7 was launched, a platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration within the sector. ARCHITECTURE & AMBITION
With a team of 65 professionals, BINST ARCHITECTS focuses on urban planning, architecture, and interior design. An integrated approach—enhanced by collaborations with B brand and B scene—reinforces the firm's architectural DNA. Through methodology, education, and engagement (M.E.E.), the office continuously refines its working methods. VISION FOR THE FUTURE
BINST ARCHITECTS continues to push the boundaries of architecture through research, innovation, and international expansion. With a strong signature and a multidisciplinary approach, the firm strives for high-quality, sustainable, and forward-looking architecture.
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Selection of AWARDS:
2023
RENOLAB.B
Laureate ‘Large mixed-use projects /offices / community facilities’ – OXY, Brussels (BE)
2021
RES Awards
Nomination ‘Commercial development’ – HQ DPG Media, Antwerp (BE)
2020
Steel Construction Competition
Laureate ‘Non-residential Building’ – HQ Cordeel, Temse (BE)
2020
SCIA User Contest
Laureate/Prize of the jury ‘Category 1: Buildings smaller than 6,000 m²’ & Prize of the public for Ney & Partners BXL nv – HQ Cordeel, Temse (BE)
2019
RES Awards
Nomination ‘Best Development for Institutional Investors’ – HQ Cordeel, Temse (BE)
2019
City and Architecture Leuven
Nomination 'Grouphousing' – Studenthousing Woods, Leuven (BE)
2018
RES Awards
Nomination ‘Best Residental Development’ – Studenthousing Woods, Leuven (BE)
2017
FEBE Elements Awards
Category 'Precast in Buildings' – Studenthousing Woods, Leuven (BE)
2014
Hospitality Awards
Venuez 2014, Nomination category ‘Best Restaurant Concept’ – Te Kook, Antwerp (BE)
2013
NRW Yearprice (Nederlandse Raad van Winkelcentra)
Haarlem Raaks, Haarlem (NL)
2012
Beauty & Build Award
Laureate audience award – ALM-Anttec, Berchem (BE)
2011
East-Flanders Provincial Award
Artevelde college, Ghent (BE)
2011
Edubuild Arch School Awards
Artevelde college, Ghent (BE)
2011
Benelux Aluminium Award
Category ‘Energy Efficiency’ – Telex building, Brussels (BE)
2010
IPB Challenge
Honorable mention of the trade and press jury – Artevelde college, Ghent (BE)
2010
Green Good Design
HQ Infrax West in collaboration with VK Engineering, Torhout (BE)
2009
2020 Challenge Award
Public Award – HQ Infrax West in collaboration with VK Engineering, Torhout (BE)
2009
Green Good Design
HQ Renson Exit 5, Waregem (BE)
2008
ULI (Urban Land Institute) Award for Excellence Europe
Stadsfeestzaal, Antwerp (BE)
2007
Energy contest IBGE·BIM, Brussels Capital Region ‘Example building - category offices’
Office Renovation Telex building, Brussels (BE)
2006
Lensvelt de Architect Interior Award
Loft house Luc Binst, Humbeek (BE)
2006
The Marble Architectural Award, Europe
Loft house Luc Binst, Humbeek (BE)
2005
Belgian Architecture awards
3rd round – Loft house Luc Binst, Humbeek (BE)
2005
Belgium Building Awards
Nomination Residential building, 2nd – Loft house Luc Binst, Humbeek (BE)
2003
Business premises of the year
HQ Telindus, Haasrode (BE)
2003
Provincial Award West-Vlaanderen
Nomination – HQ Renson Exit 5, Waregem (BE)
2003
FAB Awards, Energy Award
HQ Renson Exit 5, Waregem (BE)
2003
Residential building Vlaams-Brabant
Nomination, 5th – Loft house Luc Binst, Humbeek (BE)
2003
Awards for Belgian Architecture
2nd round – Loft house Luc Binst, Humbeek (BE)
2003
Monuments award Vlaams-Brabant
Restoration Tramstatie, Humbeek (BE)
See all our AWARDS on: https://www.binstarchitects.be/awards/