Futurebuild Belgium Content
Welcome to the Futurebuild Belgium Content Page!
On this page, you will find both the podcasts and the interviews we conducted in the lead-up to the trade fair.
As a leading trade fair for the construction sector, we offer you inspiring conversations with experts shaping the future of construction.
Discover the challenges, trends, and solutions that are transforming the industry.
PODCAST - Episode 1:
A look at tomorrow's construction industry
In the very first episode of the Futurebuild Belgium podcast, Luc Eeckhout, co-founder of EVR architects, architect-urban planner and visiting professor at KU Leuven, and André De Groote, president of Fema and business manager of Gedimat De Groote – Houtboerke, speak.
As two ambassadors of Futurebuild Belgium, they share their vision of the future of the construction sector. What challenges await us and what solutions are essential? Be inspired by their insights and prepare yourself for Futurebuild Belgium.
PODCAST - Episode 2:
The Future of Construction and the Role of Government
In the second episode of the Futurebuild Belgium podcast, Luc Eeckhout and André De Groote once again delve into the future of the construction industry. This time they discuss the crucial role the government can play in shaping the sector. What are the challenges and opportunities?
Interview
Sustainability Doesn’t Have to Be More Expensive
According to Nicolas Bearelle, founder of Revive, sustainability doesn’t have to be more expensive. In the run-up to Futurebuild Belgium, we spoke with one of the sector’s true sustainability pioneers. Revive was already leading the way 15 years ago, at a time when sustainability was barely recognized as a concept. Bearelle outlines how the sector can truly make a sustainable impact, even in challenging times.
Interview
The future of the construction sector
The construction and real estate sectors are facing difficulties. Activity is slowing down, despite the pressing societal challenges that require construction, renovation, demolition, and rebuilding. While concerns about the manufacturing industry are justified, the importance of the construction sector is currently being heavily underestimated. Everyone stands to benefit from embracing construction innovation and creating additional growth. Governments, the construction industry, and the real estate sector must work together to make this happen.
In light of Futurebuild Belgium, we spoke with Caroline Deiteren, Director-General of Embuild Flanders, about the future of the construction sector.
Interview
“Let Nature Generate Revenue Instead of Just Being a Cost”
“We should never settle for ‘greenwashing’ buildings. The broader real estate sector must work together to create real impact by thinking holistically about major urban developments.”
Celebrated landscape architect Steven Delva shares his insights on how entrepreneurship can allow nature to do its work.
