Some hallmarks of Belgian style - linen, worn wood, iron, stone, reclaimed building materials, and neutrals creating a mood that is serene, simple and earthy in a sophisticated way.
First two images - House Beautiful, designer Kay Douglass
Previous two images, Axel Vervoordt - Kanaal, a complex of restored 19c. warehouses
Previous two images Axel Vervoordt - Gravenwexel Castle, near Antwerp
Not as earthy in texture but note the use of linen, the metal coffee table and the deep, moody toned wall color.Hotel Verhaegen, Ghent, photography by Jan Rosseel
Hotel Verhaegen, Ghent, photography by Sarah van Hove
Hoter Verhaegan Ghent, photography by Sara van Hove
Lucca & Co. club chair
Lucca & Co. The Lucca sofa
Lucca Lucca & Co Spoleto sofa
House Beautiful, designer Kay Douglass
Hotel Amigo, Brussells - I really love the simple treatment on this bed.
House Beautiful, Kay Douglass
House Beautiful, designer Kay Douglass - Isn't it great that there's nothing on this bureau except for the vase? I wonder if it stays that way all the time?
Timeless Interiors by Axel Vervoordt, published by FlammarionAlso check out Ferret & Hounds' review of Wim Pauwel's book, Building with Reclaimed Materials. There are some more beautiful images of this style.
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8 comments:
Married to a family of Belgian roots, the aesthetic is one of practicality, function and simplistic design.
Why try to fix something when it is not broken, on the other hand, the economy could use a good fix.
Wonderful observation on your part.
That's a great point - but perhaps that's exactly what we need now!
My husband works for a Belgian architect and he also has that very clean-lined, calm aesthetic. In fact, it was because of him I discovered Wim Pauwels' books, that I posted about a week ago (http://www.ferretandhound.com/2008/04/bibliotheca-wim-pauwels.html).
PVE and Claudia - love hearing about these Belgian connections. Claudia - I put up a link to the book. There are some great images - thanks!
Sorry I've been away for a few days. Wow!! I love the new look. The logo is great and your colors are fab. Nice job to you and PVE. Great PICs today too.
Really really beautiful images.........and not a Tom in sight.....PERFECT !
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Oh I do so love this look, and I pour over the Axel book quite a bit. You have some other really lovely photos too!
Belgian IS the new Swedish for sure. Be sure to check out the line of books from Belgian - they are gorgeousa; www.beta-plus.com
you may need to save up money, but they are well worth it!
lovely post!
I loooove some of the pictures!!!!!
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