Discover what’s in this seventh edition:

• Our arrival in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg
• From Witry to Verlaine, via Rendeux, several projects have been officially inaugurated
• Our team joined forces for the Solidarace
• The NOIR Artist exhibition at our offices until January 2027
• Morgan has joined our team

All this, along with more news and updates about our activities!

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L’article Newsletter No. 7 – A new office, inaugurations and solidarity est apparu en premier sur UMAN architect s.a..

Damien studeerde af als architect aan het Institut Supérieur d’Architecture Saint-Luc in Luik en begon zijn carrière bij architectenbureaus in Zwitserland en België, waarna hij zijn loopbaan voortzette in het Groothertogdom Luxemburg. Daar richtte hij in 2006 het architectenbureau Extenso op, dat hij bijna twintig jaar lang samen met zijn medewerkers heeft uitgebouwd.

Damien hecht veel waarde aan de menselijke kant van zijn vak en vindt nabijheid en de kwaliteit van de relaties, zowel met zijn team als met zijn klanten, erg belangrijk. Een aanpak die hij graag combineert met een flinke dosis humor.

Als gepassioneerd architect zet hij zich ook in voor de Orde van Architecten, zowel op nationaal niveau als binnen de Franstalige en Duitstalige Raad.

Hij brengt bij UMAN zijn beroepservaring, zijn kennis van de Luxemburgse context en zijn contactvaardigheden in.

L’article Welkom Damien ! est apparu en premier sur UMAN architect s.a..

Set in a green and open environment, the new building features a functional layout, primarily on one level, where each space is organized according to a clear hierarchy between public areas, reception spaces, and staff-only areas.

Each of the three sections features bright activity areas, adapted sleeping quarters, care rooms, and direct access to the outdoors. This layout also helps limit overheating of the interior spaces and keeps outdoor areas away from building entrances and traffic routes.

The project also places a strong emphasis on energy efficiency and sustainable development. As a low-energy building, it is designed to be net-positive in energy consumption thanks to a combination of heat pumps, photovoltaic panels installed on the roof and in the gardens, and insulation made from bio-based materials, notably wood fiber and cork.

Supported by Wallonia as part of its Recovery Plan, the project combines a high-quality care environment, functionality, and a commitment to the environment, all designed to serve the families in the municipality.

L’article Inauguration of the New Energy-Positive Municipal Daycare Center in Verlaine est apparu en premier sur UMAN architect s.a..

The evening was dedicated to solidarity, with all proceeds donated to the non-profit organisation Solidarité Logement, which works to improve access to housing. Housing is at the heart of an architecture firm’s work, and values such as these are particularly important in our sector today. That is why we are proud to support this initiative.

Among the guests were Maxime Prévot, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Denis Mathen, Governor of the Province of Namur, as well as several mayors and aldermen from the surrounding municipalities. The dinner was prepared by chef Damien Gorjanec and his team, while service was provided by students from the Provincial Hotel School of Namur.

Photo credits : Gabriel Dessart/DSR Pictures & Michel Houet/Tilt Photographie

L’article UMAN architect at SOBAT Tour 2026 est apparu en premier sur UMAN architect s.a..

An architect for over ten years, she has deepened her understanding of architecture and the possibilities for transforming existing structures through her international experiences.

At the heart of her approach is a commitment to transforming rather than replacing, to working with what is already there, and to utilizing resources more equitably. This approach opens up new perspectives for designing spaces and rethinking how we build.

In addition to her practice, Morgan teaches at the University of Liège and contributes to the architectural discourse, notably as a guest speaker for the HouseEurope! initiative.

Deeply attached to Wallonia, her native region, she explores its resources and potential to support its evolution.

Her arrival aligns with a goal shared with UMAN architect: to strengthen the role of the region, circularity, and the ecological transition in projects and practices by combining local perspectives with international experiences.

L’article Welcome Morgan ! est apparu en premier sur UMAN architect s.a..

The ceremony was opened by Claude Meisch, Minister for Housing and Spatial Planning. During the dinner, awards were presented to projects, organisations and individuals from Luxembourg’s real estate sector.

Events like these matter to UMAN architect. They bring together property developers, investors and other players in the Luxembourg market, providing an opportunity to engage directly with them and discuss current and future projects.

UMAN architect congratulates all the winners and nominees and thanks Paperjam for organising the event.

L’article Paperjam x LuxReal Awards 2026: an evening celebrating Luxembourg’s real estate sector est apparu en premier sur UMAN architect s.a..

Many people know NOIR Artist for the murals adorning the façades of Liège, the “Fiery City”. This exhibition presents another side of their work: smaller-format paintings. They invite visitors to step closer and take a closer look at the brushwork and composition.

Rooted in urban culture, NOIR Artist’s work combines painting with interventions in public spaces. The duo creates images in which structures and figures coexist, sometimes human, sometimes animal, depending on the themes being explored. Their work evolves with each project, whether created in the studio or in public spaces, where they experiment with new visual combinations.

With this exhibition, UMAN continues the initiative it has been developing for several years as part of its Art & Architecture series. This is the fifth exhibition to be held at its offices. The architectural space becomes a platform for artistic creation, opening itself up to ambitious artistic worlds that engage in dialogue with the built environment.

The exhibition is open on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 4 pm to 7 pm, and on Saturdays from 2 pm to 5 pm, by reservation only via Weezevent.

L’article Exhibition: NOIR Artist’s Paintings at UMAN est apparu en premier sur UMAN architect s.a..

Designed as a monolithic volume that continues the existing built environment, the building accommodates three kindergarten classrooms, four primary school classrooms, a psychomotor development room and a large covered playground. The original building has been reorganised to accommodate the dining halls and two classrooms for specialised subjects.

For UMAN architect, this type of project goes beyond simply constructing a school building: it contributes directly to the life of a municipality such as Léglise and to the future of the generations of pupils who will walk through its doors.

L’article Inauguration of Witry School est apparu en premier sur UMAN architect s.a..

Organised by Ligne Bois, the back-to-work gathering focused on the theme “When Public Procurement Goes Green: Inspiration and Lessons from the Field.” The presentations showcased a wide range of public projects in Wallonia and Brussels and provided practical insights into the use of timber in this type of project.

UMAN architect attended the event and took the opportunity to present the energy renovation project involving 84 homes for the Société du Logement de Grâce-Hollogne. The renovation features a prefabricated timber overcladding system, creating a second skin around the existing buildings.

Another highlight of the evening was a round-table discussion bringing together representatives of public-sector clients and institutions: the Société Wallonne du Logement, the Fédération Wallonie-Bruxelles and Wallonie-Bruxelles Enseignement, IFAPME, the Société du Logement de Grâce-Hollogne, the Alliance Bruxelloise Coopérative and Le Forem. The discussion provided an opportunity to address openly the questions, challenges and, at times, concerns expressed by professionals in the sector. The speakers responded candidly, leading to a direct and constructive exchange.

L’article Ligne Bois Back-to-Work Gathering: Greener Public Procurement est apparu en premier sur UMAN architect s.a..

This new chapter brings together two teams, complementary expertise and a shared commitment to architectural quality, listening and collaboration.

Founded by Damien Hublet, Extenso has built up solid experience over the years in supporting projects in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. Damien will continue to lead the team on a day-to-day basis, alongside Amélie Lessire, who is now an associate architect.

With this integration, UMAN architect strengthens its presence in Luxembourg and now brings together around forty employees across Bierset, Marche-en-Famenne and the Grand Duchy.

A new location, new complementarities and the same ambition: to design high-quality architecture that puts people and places at the heart of every project.

L’article UMAN architect establishes a presence in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg est apparu en premier sur UMAN architect s.a..