Build Art Nouveau masterpieces in 1890s Brussels through worker placement, bidding, and art dealing.
Vibe's take
tight, elegant, competitive bidding, area control tension, historical atmosphere
Who it's for
Euro gamers who enjoy layered decision spaces where worker placement meets auction mechanics.
Not for you if…
You prefer lighter fare. This is a medium-heavy euro that demands attention every round.
Step into the Art Nouveau movement as a turn-of-the-century architect competing to build the most beautiful house in Brussels. The modular action board shifts every round, creating a tense puzzle of worker placement and area majority. Spend money on premium materials and patrons, or risk your workers on free but dangerous actions. The art exhibition at each round end lets you sell paintings for prestige and cash. Five tightly interlocked rounds of bidding, building, and art dealing make this a rich eurogame with genuine historical flavor.
Players
Duration
50–125 min
Ages 14+
Complexity
3.6 / 5 — HeavyBGG Rating
7.0/10
Rank #523
5.9k ratings
Published
2013
Designed by
Etienne Espreman
Published by
Pearl Games, Z-Man Games, uplay.it edizioni, Heidelberger Spieleverlag, asmodee
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Build Art Nouveau masterpieces in 1890s Brussels through worker placement, bidding, and art dealing.
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