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LOFT.008

Located in the former Chocolate Factory of Nerem (Tongeren), LOFT.008 is a private space dedicated to creativity and contemporary artistic expression.

This building caracterized by Art Nouveau elements, a testament to the region’s flourishing industrial past, provides an exceptional setting to showcase contemporary artworks.

LOFT.008 invites you to explore the world of emerging talents, discover the creations of renowned artists, and enjoy a wide range of contemporary artistic expressions.

The Founders

Charmed by the allure and historical significance of industrial heritage, Nina and Pierre settle into the Chocolate Factory and decide to create a space where creativity engages with architecture. Passionate about contemporary art, they open the doors of LOFT.008 to artists and art enthusiasts.

Seasonal exhibitions highlight local and international artists, offering a unique space for expression. Mindful of preserving the intimacy of the venue, they integrate art into the environment; each exhibition is designed with special attention to the local community.

The Chocolate Factory

Exceptional for its Art Deco industrial architecture and reinforced concrete construction.
The Rosmeulen Factory was a first of its kind in Belgium at that time. Located at 276 Neremstraat in Nerem, the Chocolate Factory was founded in 1911. After a difficult period in the 1930s (the Great Depression), bankruptcy was declared in 1934. The building has since housed troops during the Second World War, a loom manufacturer, and a tin factory. Measuring 170 meters in length and built with red bricks, the chocolate factory is recognizable by its majestic entrance: a large horseshoe-shaped arch with a huge rose window and two-tone stained glass. Today, the ‘Chocolate Factory’ has been renovated and transformed into lofts.