CASTII

CASTII (Centre for Arts, Science, Technology, Innovation and Inclusion) is a project led by iMAL that was developed within the framework of the Brussels-Capital Region's ERDF operational programme. Nearly 2.8 million euros have been invested in CASTII, 50% of which is covered by the European authorities and 50% by the Region, with the aim of strengthening the cultural infrastructure offer in the Canal area, as well as social cohesion. Two other partners are also involved in the project: the Move ASBL (formerly LES ASBL), and the municipality of Molenbeek-Saint-Jean (MCCS).

By allowing iMAL to renovate and expand its building, the CASTII project aimed to consolidate iMAL's position as a centre with a local, regional and international dimension dedicated to contemporary arts based on the use of technology. CASTII also aims to strengthen social cohesion in the Canal area: a fablab open to all, dedicated to the creation and development of circular and social economy projects, has been set up at IMAL, with the organisation of activities (workshops, digital training) for the audiences of the LES asbl and for the populations of the Canal area. The development of a permanent fablab at the MCSS for local associations, teachers and young artists has also been set up as part of the project.

Our new space

After renovation works from 2018 until 2020 we re-opened our venue on March 5th 2020. Our renewed centre includes a large exhibition space, an expanded state-of-the-art Fablab, a digital library, a place where our residents can work, a foyer for performances/talks, and a multifunctional space for all kinds of activities.

The architects Central Office (Brussels) and NP2F (Paris) were put in charge of the renovation after a selection procedure by the Brusselse Bouwmeester in 2016.

La boîte à outils

This resource library, a toolbox, offers pedagogical guidelines in the form of tutorials or workshop ideas. They have been developed and applied for 3 years by the mediators and facilitators, Anouk Jurdant and Leila Meziane, in the framework of the CASTII inclusion project.