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Nicolas Wicart
WICART NICOLAS 22/04/1991 nicolaswicart@gmail.com +32 (0) 476 77 44 98
Education ULB - Free University of Brussels Faculty of Architecture La Cambre-Horta
Brussels, Belgium
Keio University Faculty of Science and Technology
Tokyo, Japan
ULB - Free University of Brussels Faculty of Architecture la Cambre-Horta
Brussels, Belgium
2009/2010
Kaplan Aspect, International English school
Brisbane, Australia
2009/2010
Collège Cardinal Mercier
Brussels, Belgium
2014/2015
Master 2 in Architecture: Magna cum laude Laboratory: Production Unit 2013/2014
Master 1 in Architecture: Summa cum laude Laboratory: Almazan Studio Lab 2010/2013
Bachelor in Architecture: Magna cum laude
Intensive English courses
High school degree
Passions Field hockey, Snowboard, Kitesurf, Travels, Photography, Drawing, Theater
Profile Freshly graduated in Architecture, I am a highly sociable and active person who loves to be confronted to new situations. Curious in every field I am passionate about each project I undertake either in Architecture or other fields. I particulary like project that converts space through theoretical and experimental research to make contemporary lifestyle possible and imagine future lifestyle.
Employment 2015
Steingarden
Mars/Juin 2014
Nosigner
Yokohama, Japan
2007/2008
Delvaux
Waterloo, Belgium
Brussels, Belgium
Landscape planning. Project design, Technical drawing and 3D rendering.
Product, Graphic and Spatial Design. Project Design, Technical drawings, Models, 3D rendering, research and translation. Fine leather luxury goods manufacturer. Customer assistance and sales support.
Skills Languages
French
English
Dutch
Japanese
Computer
Rhino
AutoCAD
Adobe Suite
Office
Cinema 4D
XL Linear City
West Axis is an urban project taking place along a 7.5 kilometer boulevard in Western Brussels. This road stands out as an interesting ground for densification, in different studies, because of its elevated location and large usable plots. Today, it physically links three centralities: a football stadium, a basilica and the royal park. The intention of this proposal is to anticipate densification in order to prevent the lack of infrastructure and public amenities in the near future. Two major actions would enable the revitalization of the axis: the settlement of an urban spine, a tramline, facilitating overall access and the creation of new socio-economic polarities. The high-rise is an obvious answer for the construction of urban centralities for its functional mixing, density and qualities as a landmark. The attention here has been carried towards the base of the tower, its relation to transportation infrastructure as well as its appropriation by the inhabitants. Around the polarities, the public space extends towards the tram stops, giving priority to pedestrian. A large covered plaza is built around the existing church to welcome local users and various activities. The programs hosted within the buildings complete the public amenities needed for the expected 120.000 inhabitants.
Collaboration with Margaux Lejeune
Model picture Intentions
Site plan existing polarities
Diagram Urban organization
Existing buildings Densification Existing buildings Existing centralities New tramline New tram stops New centralities
Perspective New Centrality
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Section New Centrality
Isometric drawing New Centrality
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Having no prerequisite constraints concerning the location or program, this project is the conclusion of a six months research based on the concept of Supernormal. Developed by J. Morrison and N. Fukasawa in 2006, the Supernormal concept lended its name to an exhibition gathering some 210 design artifacts, which were all connected by their extreme normality. From the observation of these exhibits, four words emerged to clarify the concept. Archetype as every object is based on one, being either the physical artifact itself or the manufacturing process. Absence as every object is non-superfluous, non-exceptional. Rational as every object is both functional and visually balanced. Modification as every object is slightly modified for its optimization. The site, a leftover space between two train tracks and row houses, was chosen for its strong sense of normality. It is generated by the confrontation of usual and extremely regulated systems. All along the process, the four words served as guidelines for the project: The storage function is conceived as the archetypal figure of our society always in transition. The resettlement of this storage within the denser city modifies its organization and program. The vertically organized building now accommodates every transitional need, from heavy pending containers to humans in life conversion. Therefore, each stories’ structural system is rationally planned according to the manipulated goods, creating numerous competent volumes. More than just a functional edifice, the construction adapts to the neighborhood in terms of heights and humble materials.
Perspective Rails level
Isometric drawing in urban fabric
Isometric section functions’ variety
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Perspective Street level
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Longitudinal section Structure’s adaptation
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In the context of the redevelopment and revitalization of the outskirts of Brussels, the students had to design a game library and 5 housing units. The assigned plot marks the corner of an existing block and lies between a newly designed public space and an urban park facing a school. On an urban scale, the intention is to create a spatial reference to be associated with the new public square. I chose to work on the image of a fortified castle both for its strong image and its capacity to host the different programs. The wall enables the game library to open around an intimate patio, creating a protected atmosphere while the height of the tower offers sunlight and views to overlooks all the housing units. Although they are located within the city, the intention for the apartments is to offer as much outside space and flexibility to the inhabitants. Each unit accommodates a large terrace and a winter garden that can be converted in a normal room if need be.
Perspective Spatial reference
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Perspective Outdoor spaces
Isometric drawing Housing unit
Perspective section Housing units
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This project, which is currently in prototyping phase, is part of a collaboration between the free university of Brussels and the faculty of architecture’s Fab Lab. The task was to design a set of furniture: a bed, closet, desk and shelves for a student room between 10 and 15 square meters. According to the university, the proposal had to be resistant, adaptable to any rooms and could not exceed 900 euros in total cost. Additionally, the Fab Lab’s directives were to use CNC machine wood and screws only. The analysis of various studios and the interviews with students revealed the proposal’s key points: an elegant and flexible set of furniture optimizing the storage volume and giving the studio a strong identity. This serie of furniture takes advantage of the various constraints, turning them into design opportunities. The height of the bed and the desk’s double board create additional storage spaces. The bedside table lines up with the bed, which in turn lines up with the desk and shelves in order to offer numerous rational spatial possibilities. The tilted legs offer better resistance and contribute to the visual unity. Finally the boards’ section, the rational incisions and the position of the screws act together as a subtle ornamentation while strengthening the node.
Collaboration with Alice Dalle & Margot Loof
Rendering Table
Isometric drawing Table
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As part of a future collaboration with a Belgian brand, we designed a jewelry line, currently in prototyping phase. The mission’s requirement was to invent a new set of customizable jewels for women of all generations. ‘Run Through’ is a set of geometric shapes that can be used both as a necklace or a bracelet. Each piece is composed of a chain and one or more pendants. The pendants of various shapes are punctually pierced on their sides. These openings enable the bearer to pass the chain through the jewel(s), creating patterns within the shape.
Collaboration with Karine Szekeres
Picture Bracelet
Detailed drawing Bracelet
Nicolas Wicart +32 476 77 44 98 nicolaswicart@gmail.com
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