Atelier Moneo

Atelier Moneō is an architectural firm specializing in the conservation, renovation, and restoration of architectural heritage, with a particular emphasis on Art Nouveau structures. Under the leadership of architect José Alberto Solinis Carrera, the firm adopts a practice grounded in a nuanced understanding of both built and natural heritage, considering their interactions with contemporary cultural, social, and environmental contexts. (atelier-moneo.be ) The firm's philosophy is built upon a methodology tailored to heritage objects, buildings, and sites, encompassing both restoration/conservation and renovation. This approach includes a rigorous artistic, scientific, historical, and archaeological analysis; a detailed examination of ancient construction systems and materials; collaboration with skilled artisans and scientists; and contemporary design that resonates with the site's historical and material qualities. Special attention is given to the atmosphere, spirit of the place, and its historical and stylistic layers, aiming for durability and quality in materials and execution, and focusing on genuine project sustainability beyond standardized solutions. (atelier-moneo.be ) These deliberate, rigorous, and creative choices enable Atelier Moneō to offer innovative, cross-disciplinary approaches suited to historic buildings and classified heritage. José Alberto Solinis Carrera's heritage approach embodies a joyful and serene design philosophy, resulting in contemporary aesthetics adapted to heritage and historic structures. (atelier-moneo.be ) José Alberto Solinis Carrera, a graduate of the Institut Supérieur d’architecture Victor Horta in Brussels (2003), began his career in urban planning and completed a Master's in Urbanism, Urban and Rural Renovation at the Institut d’Urbanisme et d’Aménagement du Territoire of the Université Libre de Bruxelles. He has contributed to various projects, including the extension of the NATO tram line, restoration of the Mellaerts Ponds, and the Josaphat Park. In 2009, he undertook his first restoration project: the Art Deco entrance of Parc Duden in Brussels, featured in the 2011 Heritage Days. Since 2015, he has been a professor at the Académie Royale des Beaux-Arts in Brussels, teaching project workshops in Architecture/Construction and Renovation. In 2019, he earned an Executive Master's in Architectural Heritage from the Centre Paul Philippot Héritage at the Faculty of Architecture LaCambre-Horta of the Université Libre de Bruxelles. (atelier-moneo.be ) Atelier Moneō's portfolio includes notable projects such as the restoration of the Maison du Meunier on the site of the former Rouge-Cloître priory, the conservation and stabilization of the retaining wall of the Cité Fontainas gardens, and the restoration and renovation of the classified Ferme du Château d'Erquelinnes. The firm has also been entrusted by the City of Brussels to draft the Environmental Impact Report for the Special Land Use Plan around the UNESCO World Heritage Grand-Place and its surroundings. (atelier-moneo.be ) Atelier Moneō is located at Avenue van Becelaere 26a bte 75, 1170 Watermael-Boitsfort, Belgium. They can be contacted via phone at +32 (0) 2 648 63 11 or email at [email protected] . The firm is registered with the Order of Architects, French and German-speaking Council, under registration number 3000904. (atelier-moneo.be )