Mees Van De Wiele Gallery
Mees Van De Wiele Gallery, Kouter 22 Ghent Belgium
Penthouse TL
Interiordesign Penthouse for Triple Living - Nieuw Zuid Antwerp
Contractor: Matthijs & Co
Furniture & Styling: Vive Ma Maison
Case Study Apartment
Case Study Apartment for Triple Living - Nieuw Zuid Antwerp
Contractor: Matthijs & Co
Furniture: Vive Ma Maison
Styling: Sofie Noyen
City Apartment AG
Antwerp 2022
For the reconversion of 2 connecting apartments, for a brother and sister, in the city center of Antwerp, we were approached to create a uniform, yet unique atmosphere for both apartments. The close and familial band of both siblings was used as inspiration for the design of both apartments.
Warm shades of pink, dark colored oak doorpanels and a brushed travertine for the FG apartment, a more outspoken marble, natural colored oak and a smoked wooden flooring for the AG apartment, strengthen the personal touch of the owners and give each apartment its own character.
Both spaces indulge in a ray of natural light, enhanced by the soft curved details of the fixed furniture. Classic wall frames around the apartments refer to the historic character of the building.
These designer choices, characterized by a high level of detail, resulted in two apartments with each their own identity, but a collective DNA.
City Apartment FG
Antwerp 2022
For the reconversion of 2 connecting apartments, for a brother and sister, in the city center of Antwerp, we were approached to create a uniform, yet unique atmosphere for both apartments. The close and familial band of both siblings was used as inspiration for the design of both apartments.
Warm shades of pink, dark colored oak doorpanels and a brushed travertine for the FG apartment, a more outspoken marble, natural colored oak and a smoked wooden flooring for the AG apartment, strengthen the personal touch of the owners and give each apartment its own character.
Both spaces indulge in a ray of natural light, enhanced by the soft curved details of the fixed furniture. Classic wall frames around the apartments refer to the historic character of the building.
These designer choices, characterized by a high level of detail, resulted in two apartments with each their own identity, but a collective DNA.
CC Residence Portugal
Cascais, Portugal 2021
This house is located in the coastal town of Cascais, near Lisbon Portugal, embedded in a natural
environment. We were commissioned to design a home that could offer a peaceful haven for the
owner and his family to retreat in from their cosmopolitan lifestyle.
The challenge lied in converting a rather soulless, new build villa, into a warm, sustainable and
modern home. The main intervention consisted of a revised layout for the ground floor areas. The
central axis through the house was strengthened on the one hand by visually closing off the
staircase, while creating a more intimate entrance hall. This, in combination with a unified design
language and continuity of materials induces a strong spatial experience.
The arrangement of the spaces accentuates beautiful sightlines through wide openings between
them.
This complete refurbishment entails the reception rooms (living room, dining room, kitchen with
excessive winery), spare room including small bathroom and master bed & bathroom. The first
floor is dedicated to the children, including three bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms.
The main goal was to create a clean, minimal but informal atmosphere, based around natural materials. The rough structures of the deep brushed oak panelling, patinated metal finishes and sanded travertine stone is countered with the refinement in detail and use of fragile fabric in the closet doors.
Earth tones, such as the dark mineral plaster flooring, refer to the dark soil of the neighbouring natural park. Combined with the red travertine stone, which is continued through the whole floor, it gives a subtle touch of colour and happiness.
The resulting atmosphere is a one of brightness, sophistication and consistency, with a certain informality including spaces for family life.
Design & Coordination by Ontwerpbureau Dries De Malsche
Stone by "Van Den Weghe"
Crafts by "De Coene"
Furniture by "Vive Ma Maison"
Paintwork by "Matthijs-en-co"
Floor by "Odilon Creations"
Outdoor furniture by " 't Huis Van Oordeghem"
Attic Room BL
Mere 2020
DVB Residence
Knokke 2020
This new built house, surrounded by a beautiful garden is located in a residential area on the Belgian Coast, Knokke. The private residence and garden are completely designed with respect for the natural surrounding and atmosphere. The intent was to create a light, minimalistic, but warm
home suited to modern family life.
The architecture is embedded in the local context, near the coast, with respect to tradition and embracing the essence of life by creating a feeling of warmth and authenticity. This contextual approach, with a focus on natural space and outside light, invites the residents to live a life of quality. The open views between garden and house strengthen the connection and interplay between the interior and exterior design (by Arttec Architects). By using exclusive natural materials – such as onyx, natural stone, terra cotta, leather, mineral plaster and wood – and refinement in detail, we managed to create an environment to express their passion for art, bespoke furniture and enjoying the good life.
We were commissioned to design a very minimalistic and light interior, but with a great sense of warmth and authenticity. Therefore we chose a rough terra cotta flooring in kitchen and wellness area combined with a tactile material such as onyx which is perfect to blend with a warm hidden lighting. Since the residence is located near the coastline and surrounded by dunes, all materials and shapes refer to the color and feeling of sand and sea. All flooring is very textured, referring to the feeling of walking on sand, while all details are rounded and soft. The walls are covered with a natural mineral plaster with few texture which gives the interior a smooth and serene character. The calm atmosphere is really the highlight of this unique and personal residence.
Interiordesign: Ontwerpbureau Dries De Malsche
Architecture: arTTec Knokke
Coordination: Confibouw
Techniques: Comfdomotics/ESP-Projects
Stone: Van Den Weghe/Dominique Desimpel
Crafts: De Coene
Painting: Ab Interni
City apartment TP
City apartment Antwerp 2020
Set on the 7th floor of a monumental building in the city center of Antwerp, near the background of the historic Bourla Theater, we were commissioned to reconvert two connecting apartments for a brother and sister. The design task involved creating a unique atmosphere for each individual apartment, yet applying a unified language which is extended through the whole floor. The close and familial band of both siblings was used as inspiration for the design of both apartments. This resulted in a neutral uniform natural plaster on all floors and walls, complemented with a warmer smoked, brushed larch wood for the brothers apartment and a natural, brushed larch wood for the sisters apartment. Both spaces used a soft natural stone as base in the kitchen, combined with a more outspoken marble countertop in both bathrooms. A combination of soft pink and gold details throughout the JP apartment and gun metal and warm brown in the TP apartment, strengthen the personal touch of the owners and give each apartment its own character.
Both spaces indulge in a ray of natural light, enhanced by the soft curved details of the fixed furniture. This design language is continued through the whole floor including the large tv-wall in apartment JP and bespoke cocktail islands in the kitchen area of the TP apartment. These designer choices, characterized by a high level of detail, resulted in two apartments with each their own identity, but a collective DNA.
CITY APARTMENT JP
City apartment Antwerp 2020
Set on the 7th floor of a monumental building in the city center of Antwerp, near the background of the historic Bourla Theater, we were commissioned to reconvert two connecting apartments for a brother and sister. The design task involved creating a unique atmosphere for each individual apartment, yet applying a unified language which is extended through the whole floor. The close and familial band of both siblings was used as inspiration for the design of both apartments. This resulted in a neutral uniform natural plaster on all floors and walls, complemented with a warmer smoked, brushed larch wood for the brothers apartment and a natural, brushed larch wood for the sisters apartment. Both spaces used a soft natural stone as base in the kitchen, combined with a more outspoken marble countertop in both bathrooms. A combination of soft pink and gold details throughout the JP apartment and gun metal and warm brown in the TP apartment, strengthen the personal touch of the owners and give each apartment its own character.
Both spaces indulge in a ray of natural light, enhanced by the soft curved details of the fixed furniture. This design language is continued through the whole floor including the large tv-wall in apartment JP and bespoke cocktail islands in the kitchen area of the TP apartment. These designer choices, characterized by a high level of detail, resulted in two apartments with each their own identity, but a collective DNA.
Saheel Residence Dubai
Dubai 2018
The client and his family are long-time friends with whom Dries has been working since years. The existing house, surrounded by a small, but beautiful garden is located in a residential area of the city of Dubai and surrounded by breathtaking views of the neighboring golf course. The private residence and garden are completely renovated with respect for the given and atmosphere as foundation. The intent was to create a lighter, more informal touch of home suited to modern family life.
The architecture is embedded in the local context, with respect to tradition and embracing the essence of life by creating a feeling of warmth and authenticity. This contextual approach, with a focus on natural space and outside light, invites the user to live a life of quality.
The open views between garden and house strengthen the connection and interplay between the interior and exterior design. By using exclusive natural materials and refinement in detail, combined with the craftsmanship of Belgian and local experts, he managed to create an environment to express their passion for art, bespoke furniture and enjoying the good life.
Office NM Dubai
For this special project in a city known for it's excessive luxury, we decided to create a discreet atmosphere.
By using exclusive natural materials and unique details, combined with the craftsmanship of Belgian and local experts, we managed to meet the needs of our client.
Dubai 2017
Poolhouse Residence SP
This small garden building includes a sauna & bathroom combined with a relaxation area.
By using raw natural materials and finishing, this space reveals it's unique character, looking out over the beautiful garden or straight into the woods.
In association with Groep Moris.
Residence SP Interior
We were responsible for the complete transformation of an existing country house into a contemporary residence with beautiful wooded surroundings.
For this unique project we defined the complete architectural and interior design. Every single detail was designed to create a calm and serene atmosphere blending with the surroundings.
Algemene aannemer: Matthijs & Co NV
Projectcoördinatie: WtoBuild
Belsele 2016
Residence SP architecture
We were responsible for the complete transformation of an existing country house into a contemporary residence with beautiful wooded surroundings.
For this unique project we defined the complete architectural and interior design. Every single detail was designed to create a calm and serene atmosphere blending with the surroundings.
Uitvoerend architect: Stef Van Den Haute
Algemene aannemer: Matthijs & Co NV
Tuinaanleg: Groep Moris
Projectcoördinatie: WtoBuild
Belsele 2016