par Loir, Christophe
Référence Bruxelles Patrimoines, 32, page (10-27)
Publication Publié, 2019-02-01
Article révisé par les pairs
Résumé : Pavements have been an issue of contention for several years now. Road redevelopments are increasingly opting for levelling out and new accessibility standards are leading to the disappearance or alteration of most old pavements. The first pavements in Brussels were developed in 1776. Their history is more complex than it seems. With the arrival of this new urban infrastructure, the roads underwent radical change: road cambering, sewer system, expansion of paving, new public lighting, planting, installation of urban furniture, development of alignment and levelling plans. Indeed, pavements played a major role in the organisation of the “modern street” which was gradually established throughout the 19th century. This contribution presents the key milestones in pavement history by highlighting the material and functional characteristics. By doing so, it calls for the re-evaluation of the importance of this infrastructure as part of the street's heritage

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