The year is 1897. The Art Nouveau art movement is prominent in the streets of Brussels and the World Exhibition opens its doors. It is time to immortalize your name in Art History. To establish your reputation, you will exhibit and sell your works of art, construct architectural feats, and expand your social circle.

Bruxelles 1897 is a strategic card game that takes place over 4 rounds. During your turn, you use your Architect cards to spread Art Nouveau in Brussels. At the end of each round, the placement of your cards determines where you have the majority and what bonuses you receive. At the end of the game, the player with the most points is declared Architect of the Year.