LAIA BOLOIX
Architect at MDW since 2020.
Graduated from the Barcelona School of Architecture ETSAB-UPC (ES) 2019, and completed several courses in green urban planning and gender-sensitive architecture. Before moving to Belgium, Laia worked for the interior design studio Nakide in her hometown, Barcelona. Today, in parallel of her work at MDW, she dedicates her free time to “PARTIR”, a project focused on portraying Spanish migrant women in the 60’s via podcasts and exhibitions. She also collaborates with a local radio station “Radio Alma” and is involved in exhibitions commissioned by “Espai Valencià a Bèlgica”, a Belgian nonprofit organisation promoting Catalan language and culture.
EMMA CARLETTI
Collaborator in the graphic & communication department since 2024.
Graduated from La Cambre-Horta, ULB (BE) 2023, and a Master Erasmus at the Università La Sapienza (IT) 2021. Emma started out as an architect at A Practice in Brussels. She is currently finalising an Executive Master in Architectural Heritage at the Université Libre de Bruxelles.
NICOLÒ DE PAOLI
Architect at MDW since 2020.
Graduated in Architecture from Politecnico di Milano (IT) 2016. Nicolo has collaborated with various architecture firms in Milan and Brussels where he mainly worked on public buildings such as offices, learning centres and sports centres. Outside work, Nicolo is a painter and is particularly fascinated by the image composition in Art.
SÉBASTIEN FOSSEPREZ
Ir-Architect at MDW since 2022.
Graduated from the Faculty of Architecture UCLouvain-LOCI (BE) 2017.
After 5 years' experience with the architectural firm EDA-AU, Sébastien joined Maison MDW in 2022. Sebastien is passionate about renovation, leading several projects at MDW and on personal projects. He has also participated in the construction of a school in Rwanda with alternative constructive methods in 2019.
ALEXANDRE OLIVIER
Architect at MDW since 2019.
Graduated from the Faculty of Architecture UCLouvain-LOCI (BE) 2019. Alexandre started his first experience as an architect at MDW. His expertise is focused on large scale projects and on the conception phase especially. Outside work, Alexandre travels the world (Iceland, Mexico, Japan etc.) to discover new ways of living and enrich his knowledge.
Martin Callewaert
Architect Intern at MDW since 2024. Graduated from the Faculty of Architecture UCLouvain-LOCI (BE) 2024. Martin began his architectural practice as an intern at MDW Architecture. After completing his dissertation on the traditional techniques of construction Martin is particularly interested in exploring sustainable solutions as well as fostering more serene and balanced approaches to renovation and construction.
Alyssa Longchamp
Architect at MDW since 2023. One year Erasmus in Tokyo (Japan) at the Waseda University. Graduated from the Ecole Nationale d’Architecture de Grenoble (FR) 2021. Alyssa started her work experience at the architectural practice Veld Work (Brussels) where she gained experience in urbanism.
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MALOU EUDE
Head of Graphic Design & Communications at MDW since 2017.
Graduated from the Ecole Nationale d'Architecture de Bretagne (Rennes-FR) 2013, and from the Gobelins-Ecole de l'image (Paris-FR) 2015. Malou did her first work experience as an intern at KOZ Architectes (Paris) and worked as an architect for the Universitad Catolica de Valparaiso (Chile). Malou also worked as a graphic designer for the publishing house Les Editions de la dernière lettre (Paris-FR), and for the Bouwmesteer Maitre Architecte as communication manager during the last quarter of 2024.
GERALDINE MOLIA
Head of People & Studio Management at MDW since 2024.
Bachelor in Art History (Tours-FR) 2005, Master in Cultural Projects Management (Paris-FR) 2007, Professional certificate in conference & events operations (London-UK) 2012, Bachelor in International Human Resources and Learning and Development (London-UK) 2023. Geraldine oversees the human resources: she identifies opportunities to improve the company’s culture and the collaborators’ life cycle (attraction, recruitment, onboarding, retention, learning and development, separation). She also manages the smooth running of the studio. She previously worked in creative leading international companies including The Fondation d’Art Contemporain Daniel et Florence Guerlain (Paris-FR), The Wallace Collection, Tate Britain, Stanton Williams Architects and Haptic Architects in London, UK, where she lived for 16 years. Geraldine is also an artist and art educator for children and adults.
THOMAS WOJCIK
Head of Finance & Administration at MDW since 2022.
Master’s degree in management science (Solvay Brussels School, BE) 2020, Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Management (UCLouvain Saint-Louis-BE) 2016, Master’s degree in History (ULB) 2012, Bachelor’s degree in History (UCLouvain Saint-Louis-BE) 2009. Thomas began his career as a Financial and Administrative Manager at the Brussels Federation of Palliative Care. He later joined the Boghossian Foundation at the Villa Empain. Passionate about Art Déco, he pursues his interest as an antique dealer during his spare time. When not immersed in his professions, Thomas enjoys renovating and enhancing his home and garden.
CÉLINE BERTRAND
Senior Architect at MDW since 2022.
Graduated from ISA Victor Horta (now ULB – La Cambre-Horta, BE) 2001. After several internships specialised in the hospital sector, Céline worked in Brussels at A2RC Architects and B2Ai Architects, on medium and large-scale projects. She worked on different phases of the projects and on a variety of themes, including housing, offices, embassies, and opera.
YVAN BREITHOF
Senior Architect at MDW since 2010.
Graduated in Architecture from La Cambre (BE) 1989. After working in several medium-sized architectural practices in Brussels, Yvan Breithof joined Urban Platform for a ten-year collaboration until 2010 when he joined the MDW team as project manager.
THIERRY HENRARD
Senior Architect & Project Manager at MDW since 2017.
Graduated in Architecture from ISA Saint-Luc (BE) 1994, and Master degree in the restoration of architectural, urban and landscape heritage, ULB/VUB (BE) 2019. Thierry is specialised in large-scale projects and team coordination. His interpersonal skills make him a diplomat, facilitating the smooth running of the architectural projects. In parallel, Thierry is a heritage enthusiast: he restores listed buildings and is the co-author of “Horta, avocat de Poelaert”, a book on the Palace of Justice of Brussels (2024). He also writes many articles for specialised magazines such as “Natrimoine” and “Architecture d’Aujourd’hui”.
KRISTOF KEERMAN
Senior architect at MDW since 2022.
Graduated in Architecture from the University of Ghent (BE) 2008. Prior to joining MDW, Kristof spent 13 years working abroad in London (UK). As an Associate at Stanton Williams, Kristof played a key role in two major projects: the conversion of an 18th-century hospital into a public library in Clermont-Ferrand (FR), and the large-scale residential development 'Eddington' in Cambridge (UK). Earlier in his career, he gained experience at renowned practices such as David Chipperfield Architects, Tim Ronalds Architects and Robbrecht en Daem Architecten. Kristof is passionate about sustainable design and prioritising the wellbeing of people. He has also a strong interest in the adaptive reuse of historic and listed buildings.
SEBASTIANO MANSERVISI
Senior Architect at MDW since 2021.
Graduated from the Accademia di Architettura Mendrisio – USI (Mendrisio, CH) 2006, and the Berlage Institute Delft (Rotterdam, NL) 2009. Sebastiano gained international experience in concept design and building execution while working 3 years at Estudio Guillermo Vázquez Consuegra (Seville, ES), Studio Martinelli & Rossi (Mendrisio, CH) and UNOPS (Panama). In Brussels and prior to MDW, Sébastiano worked at Atelier d’Architecture Slautsky.
THIBAULT VAN HONACKER
Senior Architect at MDW since 2023.
Graduated in architecture from ISA Victor Horta (now ULB - La Cambre-Horta, BE) 1992 and a Master of Architecture University of Chiba (JP) 1998. Thibault worked in major practices such as Assar Architects and Archi2000 in Brussels and Riken Yamamoto (Pritzer winner 2024) in Yokoama, Japan. He is specialised in accessibility for people with reduced mobility. During his free time, he has been expressing himself through sculpture, using materials from demolition sites.
In architectural design, there is a need "to do", associating reflection with production. In every instance, this is the idea that drives our practice founded by Marie Moignot and Xavier De Wil in 2001, and joined by Laurent Liefooghe as artistic director in 2012.
Our team, composed of twenty-five collaborators, is organised into small groups, with complementary experiences and skills. Like a workshop, we gather around objects, models and drawings, to design by doing. We are very attached to this horizontal and open production.
It is over the years, through several key stages of the company's life, that our way of designing architecture has been shaped. For example, the Savonnerie Heymans project, delivered in 2011, already hinted at some of our future main reflections. The collaboration with Ateliers Jean Nouvel for the Charleroi Police Station project and the extension of the choreographic centre "Charleroi Danse", finalised in 2014, was another step forward for the office to enrich its perspectives, by working on a mixed and highly complex programme. The Terre-Neuve sports hall project, delivered in 2023, gave us the opportunity to meet the city, not as an institution but as an urban entity. Finally, the project of the new RTBF headquarters (delivered in 2025) - as part of the transformation of the Mediapark site - also allowed the office to work on an intricate programme, focused on flexible workspaces and sustainability. This particular project led to a fruitful collaboration with the office V+ Architecture, enriching our respective architectural practices.
Our experience is rich of many years of practice, and our ambition is to perfect our architectural responses by pursuing this perpetual research, allowing us to meet our future challenges and opportunities.
Marie Moignot
Founding Partner at MDW since 2001. Graduated from the Institut Supérieur d'Architecture de Saint-Luc (Bruxelles, BE) 1998, and completed an Executive Programme in Real Estate at Solvay Business School (Brussels, BE) 2003. Marie is the co-founder of the Cercle Belge des Femmes de l'Immobilier and is a board member of the G30. She is also affiliated with several leading institutions in the field, including UPSI, UPA, UWA and FAB. Marie oversees the agency's administration, development and communications. She also coordinates multidisciplinary teams and resources.
Xavier De Wil
Founding Partner at MDW since 2001. Graduated from the Institut Supérieur d'Architecture de Saint-Luc (Brussels, BE) 1998, and obtained a Special Diploma in Business Management from ICHEC (Brussels, BE) 2005. Xavier oversees the smooth running of projects from inception to completion, with an expertise in the construction phase. He has an in-depth knowledge of all processes in public and private contracts, particularly in technical and budgetary management. Additionally, he manages the agency's administrative and development operations.
Laurent Liefooghe
Artistic Director at MDW since 2012. Graduated in engineering-architecture from the Université of Ghent (BE) 1998, and a Diploma in Art theory from the Jan Van Eyck Academie of Maastricht (NL) 2005. Laurent Liefooghe oversees the artistic direction of MDW Architecture, ensuring the narrative and conceptual coherence of the agency's projects. He provides guidance throughout the project lifecycle, from preliminary design to handover, offering expertise in both design and execution.
Katia Goyens De Heusch
Senior Architect & Executive Director at MDW since 2018. Graduated from the European Masters in "Architecture et Développement Durable" at Ecole d'Architecture de Toulouse (FR), from the Université Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (CH) 2003, and from the Faculté of Architecture UCLouvain-LOCI (BE) 2001. Katia has over 20 years' experience in managing large-scale architectural projects for public authorities, specifically in the bidding and execution phases. Keen to improve the quality of the client services, Katia has improved communication via round-table feedback. She is also in charge of the learning programme by providing technical knowledge to the MDW team. In 2023, Katia joined the MDW Executive Committee.
