Fort 4 is one of seven Brialmont forts built between 1860 and 1864 as part of Belgium’s National Redoubt. Over time, the fort became disconnected from the surrounding urban fabric. Through the redevelopment of the Fortstraat street as part of the park’s edge, we have re-established a vital link between the city centre and this historic site. One of our key challenges was to find a balance between the fort’s tranquil, historical character and its potential as a recreational space, while also protecting its sensitive ecological environment, including habitats for bats and other species.