A+311 Circular Plans marks our debut as graphic designers for the renowned Belgian architecture magazine A+, created in collaboration with Anagramme. This issue represents both a visual refresh and a structural rethinking of the publication. From now on, each edition will be composed of two parts: a curated selection of recent Belgian architectural projects, and a thematic dossier that contributes to architectural discourse through essays, interviews, and case studies. The design responds to A+’s role in the Belgian architectural landscape—one that balances familiarity with distinctiveness. Can a magazine fully integrate into the vernacular while still asserting its own voice, even offering a quiet provocation beneath the surface?

This first issue of 2025 explores the theme of the circle, presenting a compelling collection of realized and imagined circular buildings. The circular plan emerges as both a functional and symbolic gesture—evoking clarity, connection, and collectivity in contexts such as schools, libraries, and healthcare facilities. At the same time, the circle can appear rebellious or even absurd when divorced from practical or cultural necessity: what drives the decision to make a home or office round? Compiled by the A+ editorial team, this thematic section sets the tone for future issues, which will be co-curated with guest editors aligned with each edition’s central theme. Through this renewed structure and editorial approach, A+ seeks to inform, inspire, and challenge its readers with greater focus and depth.