Offices
Renovation and refurbishment of offices, often while people keep working. Phased works, minimal disruption and a tight schedule so everyone can move in on time.
Finishing and interiors · offices, care and hotels
Your finishing,
in safe hands.
With 23 years of experience in construction, I coordinate the finishing of offices, care homes and hotels. I manage the trades, keep a close eye on planning and quality, and make sure every detail is right. Even while the building stays in use.
Experience
At home in buildings that have to keep running
Care homes and assisted living
Working where residents live and care carries on. Calm, hygiene, safety and clear agreements with management and the care team come first.
Hotels
Rooms and common areas renovated floor by floor or block by block, with as few rooms as possible out of service. Finishes that stand up to heavy use and still look refined.
Services
What I do for you
Planning
A realistic schedule for the finishing phase, agreed with all parties. Who comes when, and what needs to be ready for the next step.
Site coordination
I direct the trades, chair the site meetings and am your single point of contact. You don't need to be on site every day.
Quality and budget
I check the workmanship, track extra work and costs, and step in before small problems become big ones.
Handover
A thorough inspection with a snag list, and follow-up until the very last point has been resolved.
Freelance project management
Contractor, architect or design and build firm facing a peak in projects? I manage your sites as an extension of your team.
Condition reports
A thorough, objective condition report with photos and a clear write-up. Everyone knows where they stand, and you avoid disputes later on.
Not sure what you need? Every project is different. Tell me about your site, and we'll work out together what support fits.
Get in touchWho it's for
One point of contact, for every project
- Owners and operatorsOffice buildings, care homes and hotels: one point of contact who runs the site while you run your business.
- ContractorsExtra project management when your team is stretched.
- Architects and interior architectsYour design carried out down to the last detail, as intended.
- Design and buildFollow-up of the execution, so you can focus on design and your client.
Approach
How we work
- 1
Introduction
We discuss your project, your expectations and the timing. No obligation.
- 2
Plan of approach
You receive a clear proposal: what I'll manage, how often I'll be on site and what it costs.
- 3
Follow-up
I coordinate the site and keep you informed with short, clear reports.
- 4
Handover
We go over everything together, until it's finished the way it should be.
About LouBrique
A solid foundation of 23 years in construction
I'm Carmen Baert, the face behind LouBrique.
I've worked in the construction sector for 23 years. Over that time I've taken on many roles, from estimator and project manager to COO. So I know how a building project really unfolds: from the first plans and budgets to the last items on the snag list.
What defines me? I love structure, clear agreements and well-thought-out planning. I like to think ahead, keep the overview and never lose sight of the details. That way your project is not only well organised, but can also be carried out with confidence.
The name LouBrique has a special meaning for me. Lou refers to Louise, Brique to Briek. At the same time, brique is French for brick: the foundation on which everything is built.
Just as a sturdy building starts with a strong base, I believe every successful project starts with good preparation, a clear plan and a reliable partner.
That's something you can count on. You can build on LouBrique. Literally and figuratively.
Contact
Let's get acquainted
Tell me briefly about your project. I'll get back to you within two working days.