The Princess Paola kindergarten and primary school, located on the edge of Roodebeek Park and a residential neighbourhood in Woluwe-Saint-Lambert, is on the brink of a large-scale renovation and expansion. The municipality aims to upgrade the 1960s school buildings, known for their stylish and understated architecture, to make them more energy-efficient while expanding their capacity to accommodate 440 pupils.

The project extends beyond the school itself: it includes a music and performing arts academy, a library, a youth centre, and a caretaker’s residence. The design must enhance the synergy between these various functions, improve the site’s operation, and respect the architectural and landscape heritage.

The municipality of Woluwe-Saint-Lambert is seeking a multidisciplinary team with expertise in architecture, landscape design, structural engineering, technical installations, and acoustics. Smart phasing is essential, as the works will take place while the site remains in use. The project is partly funded by subsidies from the Flemish Community and is divided into fixed and conditional phases.