OFFICE Kersten Geers David Van Severen (OFFICE KGDVS) is an architectural practice established in Brussels in 2002 by Kersten Geers and David Van Severen. The office has gained a distinct reputation for producing work at the intersection of built projects and architectural theory, approaching architecture through essential forms and rigorous geometric frameworks. Their output has been recognized through multiple awards, including the Silver Lion at the 2010 Venice Architecture Biennale, several Belgian Prizes for Architecture, and nominations for the Mies van der Rohe Award.
Geers and Van Severen emphasize reducing architecture to its fundamental elements, allowing everyday life to play out within precise spatial constructs. Their work spans a broad spectrum: from furniture design and private houses to large-scale public buildings and masterplans, both in Belgium and internationally. Notable projects include the Solo House in Spain, the Ghent University Library, Cadix Housing Complex in Antwerp, and the recently completed office buildings in Brussels’ European Quarter. Projects currently under construction include the Aerospacelab Megafactory in Charleroi and the new headquarters for the Flemish public broadcaster VRT in Brussels.
The practice also contributes significantly to academia, frequently teaching and lecturing at prestigious institutions such as Harvard’s Graduate School of Design and the Accademia di Architettura in Mendrisio. OFFICE KGDVS leverages both academic and practical endeavors to advance their investigative approach to architecture, creating a steady dialogue between theoretical and applied work.