FRAGMENTS_ Collectible 2019

October 12, 2019

A few months ago I visited Collectible, the Brussels fair dedicated to design that balances on the fine line between art and design. It’s safe to say, Collectible feels more like an expo than an actual fair. The pieces displayed vary greatly, from reissues of old classics by Pierre Paulin, to the intricate fabrics by Nathalie Van der Massen or the pillar inspired chair by Destroyers/Builders (who was named Designer of the year just this week). One thing they do have in common, these design are here to stay, no matter how long it’s been since the fair took place. Needless to say, March 6-8 2020 is already marked “Collectible” in my calendar!

WORK_ timeless bungalow by Eddy Francois

September 22, 2019

Ever since I turned photographing interiors from a hobby into a career, this blog has been a bit neglected… but that doesn’t mean I’m not still very fond of my own little internet corner! So, to breathe new life into this blog of mine, I wanted to share one of my favorite interiors shoots of the past few months. At first sight, it’s hard to pinpoint when this house was built, as this single story house designed by late architect Eddy Francois feels timeless while also referencing those typical bungalows from the seventies. With its green surroundings, interesting mix of materials and textures and owners Alexandra and Peter’s impeccable selection of furniture, this home is high up on my list of dream houses. If you’re curious to find out more about the house and its owners, have a look at the original feature here (only in Dutch). For related interior inspiration have a look here and don’t forget to follow me on Instagram for regular updates!

COLLECTION_ Belgian getaways

August 1, 2019

Exploring cities close to home might not sound that exciting, but it’s something I’ve always been a fan of. Spending a few days in a city that’s only a train ride away, to catch up with old friends and discover the city’s newest additions… Sign me up anytime, really! Staying in a beautiful hotel or holiday home brimming with interior inspiration is the cherry on the proverbial cake if you ask me. To convince you to take a city trip in Belgium for a change, I’ve collected nine places to sleep all over the country. Ranging from luxurious hotels to affordable Airbnb’s, there’s surely something for everyone here. (By the way, if it’s your first booking on Airbnb you can get a discount through this link.) If you just can’t get enough of this list, I recommend you to take a dive into my archives for a lovely cabin in the woods and stunning B&B’s in Bruges and Knokke-Heist.

Rooftop loft with a fantastic view over Brussels, book it here.
One of my favorite examples of Belgian architecture, the brutalist home designed by Juliaan Lampens. Make your reservation here.
Cosy room in a bright and airy house in Ghent. Tested and approved by yours truly! Arrange your stay here.
The Boho Cave in Rica Guesthouse brings Ibiza vibes to Ghent. Make sure you check out their Apollo Suite too! More info here.
The architects of Blancooo hosts no less than three holiday homes in Antwerp, all impeccably decorated with young Belgian designers. Discover them here.
You might never want to leave Bea b&b on the Belgian seaside. It’s ran by interior designer Bea Mombaers so expect to be wowed! Book your stay here.
Graanmarkt 13 is not only the home to a mouthwatering restaurant and a beautiful shop, but it’s also a gorgeous holiday home, designed by famous Belgian architect Vincent Van Duysen, for 6 people in the center of Antwerp. Find more info here.
Clouds 9000 is a coffee shop meets webshop meets b&b in a former chapel on the outskirts of Ghent. Make your reservation here.
Hotel Pilar is the place to sleep in the South of Antwerp, while simultaneously taking care of your food and shopping cravings. Discover Pilar here.

COLLECTION_ interior diy’s

July 13, 2019

Now that I’m making big changes in my apartment (more on that later!), I’m constantly on the look out for affordable solutions that will easily help me give my interior a unique touch. Reminding myself that everything looks different with a fresh coat of paint is one approach, scouring the internet for interior DIY’s is another one! Since I have a hunch that you too might be interested in my favorite finds, I’ve collected my most recent discoveries in this blog post. Curious for more? Have a look at my archive or Pinterest board then!

Magazine rack, discover how to make it here.
Faux granite trivets, find the instructions here.
Ikea IVAR hack, read all about it here.
Brass and wood ring holder, learn how to do it yourself here.
Sidetable, find the how-to here.
Hanging ladder, discover the tutorial here.
Wall mounted open wardrobe, find out how to make it here.
Punch rug art work, discover the instructions here.
Plywood floor mirror, learn how to make it here.

EXPLORED_ The Dammhus

July 6, 2019

Spending a few days in a cabin in Sweden has been on my wishlist for quite a while, but I haven’t made it there yet because Scandinavia is so damn expensive and time is always an issue. However, I don’t have to fly to Sweden anymore to make my cabin dream come true! The Dammhus brings that Scandinavian feeling to the North of Belgium, and does so in style. A while ago, I was asked by a Belgian magazine to photograph the recently opened cabin, which had been on my must-visit list ever since I first scrolled past in on Instagram, so you could imagine my delight! Unfortunately I didn’t get to spend the night at the time, but if the beds are as comfy as the interior is pretty, waking up here must be a dream come true. Speaking of that pretty interior; the couple of the Dammhus had a little help from their inlaws of Espoo, which explains the picture perfect Scandinavian look!

Surrounded by a private forest, overlooking a picturesque lake, housing four bedrooms, no less than twelve beds and two bathrooms and only an hour away from Antwerp city, it’s the perfect getaways for families and groups of friends that want to escape the city for a few days. I’m already checking my calendar as to when I can try out those beds myself…

The Dammhus - 2382 Poppel, Belgium - website - instagram

AT HOME_ my dining room

June 30, 2019

Of all the rooms in my house, the dining room took the most effort to get together. I arrived in this apartment with a simple table and the three chairs (I couldn’t fit more) I borrowed from my parents for my studio apartment. The combination already looked bleek in the dining room of my next apartment (which was a little bigger), but when I upgraded again, the dining room looked downright sad.

I could easily picture what I wanted it to look like, but it took me a good year to find the perfect pieces and – not entirely unimportant – save money to be able to afford them. I didn’t exactly buy the furniture in a logical either, as I was still saving money for my table and chairs when I bumped into the perfect sideboard at a vintage web shop and couldn’t resist buying my dream carpet at a 40% discount (which I have moved to the living room, where it’s safer from stains, and have replaced with a different one recently). A few months later the carpet and sideboard were joined by a marble table, after which I only had to decide on the color combination of my chairs (with a little help from you in my Instagram stories!) and wait patiently for the custom color combination to arrive at my doorstep… My plants and deco still regularly switch places here (as they do in the rest of the house) but the core pieces of this room are definitely here to stay. Enough talking now, let’s have a look at the final result! In case you’re wondering, you can discover where I bought all these pieces at the bottom of this post. I’m curious to hear what you think!

COLLECTION_ interior inspiration by Studio Scott

June 23, 2019

Real homes are an endless source of inspiration for me, and with a little help from Studio Scott I’ve collected nine of those in this blog post! Studio Scott is the place to be for unique locations for photo shoots, film sets and events, but even if you’re not scouting locations or occasionally want to rent out your own home, their website is worth checking out. With over 400 very divers locations, there’s no doubt you’ll find some interior inspiration there! I’ve gathered nine of my favorites here, but you might want to have a look at their website or Instagram account for more! You might even spot a few that I shot for the blog in the past…

AT HOME_ another living room update

June 16, 2019

My home is a never ending work in progress, a point I want to proof today by showing you the result of my latest living room update. You might have caught a glimpse of it already on my Instagram stories (you can relive the evolution of my interior in detail here) or in a few magazines (that’s right, my interior has been published both in Sjiek magazine and the Belgian and Dutch Flair magazine in the past few weeks), but I still wanted to share the result in detail on the blog.

The biggest change with my previous update is probably the carpet swap. I initially bought this super cozy carpet for the dining room but ended up stressing too much about stains to thoroughly enjoy it. Thus I moved the previous carpet to the bedroom and moved this fluffy wonder to the living room. I’ve also moved my DIY sidetable (which I’ve made years ago) to the wall, where it is less distracting. I’m super pleased with the result, as it is much calmer than before (you can see the evolution yourself here and here), but I have to admit I’ve made more changes since I took these shots… I’m not quite done with this room yet, so you can expect more updates in the future. In the meantime, I’m curious to here what you think of this update!

WORK_ Opum development

June 9, 2019

When selling real estate, the details are everything. Nothing makes a potential buyer dream more of moving in than a well thought out (temporary) interior and an impeccable styling… The people behind Öpum are well aware of the advantages of home styling and thus the couple asked to shoot their own home – their masterpiece – to kick-start their business on social media. It’s been almost a year since I took these pictures and I don’t know why I haven’t shared them sooner. With it’s overload of authentic details and carefully selected vintage pieces, this home is brimming with interior inspiration… I for one wouldn’t say no to that deep blue velvet Togo sofa… Even if buying or selling real estate is not on the agenda anytime soon, you still might want to take a look at Öpum’s website, since they also have an online shop where they sell some of their (vintage) interior finds!

Interested in more of my work for Öpum? Have a look at my portfolio!

WORK_ home office by studio boîte

May 19, 2019

Some projects are an absolute joy to photograph, of which Edith Macken‘s designs definitely are a perfect example. Since our last collaboration, she has teamed up with her husband Arnaud de Vicq as Studio Boîte, but the keywords of their work have remained the. same. Colors, textures and attention to detail are a given, as this shared home office for wedding photographer Sleen and architect Davy Nekkebroek proves. Curious to see more of their work? Have a look at their website, my portfolio or my archives.

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