A touch of warmth

Not the spacious surface, but a number of sloping walls were the biggest challenge of this nineties villa in the east of the country. There was no logic, so the interior contained many empty spaces. With a few simple interventions – all functions could remain in place – they were removed. The two sitting areas in the living area in particular have been given space, although they do look intimate. They are framed with two rugs, so that they each have their own atmosphere.

The materials used have been used extremely effectively here. The element that connects both sitting areas includes black-stained oak, natural stone and leather. The oak floor, laid in Hungarian point, contributes to the spaciousness. For the same reason, the cooking area is aimed at the garden. Wood, bronze and natural stone counterbalance hard materials such as concrete and glass. Concrete ciré and wood around the pool have a similar function, so that the total interior is tailored to the wishes of today.

The materials used have been used extremely effectively here. The framed sitting areas each have their own atmosphere.

Photography: René Gonkel

Text: Paul Geerts