Toerist Modernist

Showers are definitely an exception in interbellum

Showers are definitely an exception in interbellum interiors and this one’s even more unique because of its colourful tiles - in short: I love it! #joschabot #1930s #belgianmodernism

Artist #renaatramon his favourite spot in his own

Artist #renaatramon his favourite spot in his own home: surrounded by his many (many!) books and with a little desk facing the garden #arthurdegeyter #1970s #belgianmodernism

A bit difficult to photograph but this staircase /

A bit difficult to photograph but this staircase / platform with built in storage is just such a joy! #graeffe #1950s #belgianmodernism

One of my very favourite things about interbellum

One of my very favourite things about interbellum modernism is the architect’s autograph that’s often featured on the facade - a work of art in itself! #emiledenil #belgianmodernism

In exactly two weeks we’ll be visiting this Art

In exactly two weeks we’ll be visiting this Art Deco beauty: house Verbiest by #alexandermeuleman
#1930s #belgianmodernism

Recessed entrances - a selection #1930s #belgianmo

Recessed entrances - a selection #1930s #belgianmodernism

One of my favourite things about mid century archi

One of my favourite things about mid century architecture is that it often features a type of conifer tree, as pictured here. Wonderful residence too, by #louisgeirnaert #1960s #belgianmodernism

The library at Fondation Reine Elisabeth featuring

The library at Fondation Reine Elisabeth featuring a beautiful shell motif on the railing #henrylacoste #1930s #belgianmodernism

Another favourite: Kursaal by #leonstynen - with v

Another favourite: Kursaal by #leonstynen - with view of the sea in practically every room 🌊, and custom made carpet #1950s #belgianmodernism

Never grow tired of this one: own home of #peterca

Never grow tired of this one: own home of #petercallebout #1960s #belgianmodernism #simliwijk

Rainy day yesterday brightened by this gorgeous st

Rainy day yesterday brightened by this gorgeous staircase by local architect #marcelleborgne #1930s #belgianmodernism #charleroi

Gotta love a thick column (and dito house number)

Gotta love a thick column (and dito house number) - unfortunately no idea about the architect #1930s #belgianmodernism

One of my favourite visits this year was a bungalo

One of my favourite visits this year was a bungalow by #paulfelix at the seaside, where the wonderful original owners showed me around. This is their cosy kitchen with view of the living room #1960s #belgianmodernism

Probably the cosiest house I had the pleasure of v

Probably the cosiest house I had the pleasure of visiting this year: own home of #lodewouters #1960s #belgianmodernism

Let the sunshine in: dwelling by #georgespepermans

Let the sunshine in: dwelling by #georgespepermans which will be part of the chapter on Laken in my upcoming book #1950s #belgianmodernism

Died and went to marbrite heaven at Fondation Rein

Died and went to marbrite heaven at Fondation Reine Elisabeth #henrylacoste #1930s #belgianmodernism

I absolutely loved working with @autumnsonata.co a

I absolutely loved working with @autumnsonata.co as location scout for her stunning collection of towels. These are some of the beautiful results 😌 #autumnsonata #toeristmodernist #belgianmodernism

Wonderful last tour of the year today - thank you

Wonderful last tour of the year today - thank you all so much for joining!
Fondation Reine Elisabeth by #henrylacoste #1930s #belgianmodernism #marbrite

Remnant of #expo58 - part of an old pavilion desig

Remnant of #expo58 - part of an old pavilion designed by #groupepyjama (best name for an architecture office ever), not sure who did the sculpture though #1950s

Grand staircase at the former telephone central #g

Grand staircase at the former telephone central #gastonbrunfaut #1950s #belgianmodernism

VERY excited to share the cover for my upcoming bo

VERY excited to share the cover for my upcoming book 😱 coming April 2023 with @lusterbooks!!!
Graphic design by @chloedhauwe duh #belgianmodernism #toeristmodernist

A forever favourite facade, this dwelling by #walt

A forever favourite facade, this dwelling by #waltervandenbroeck #1930s #belgianmodernism

Love the angularity in this cosy home, by #janjaak

Love the angularity in this cosy home, by #janjaakjacobs #1960s #belgianmodernism

The best light today at former private clinic by #

The best light today at former private clinic by #henryvandevelde #1930s #belgianmodernism

Backside of artist house Spies, by #eduardvansteen

Backside of artist house Spies, by #eduardvansteenbergen
Originally white (but I really like this pinkish colour) and soon to be restored #1930s #belgianmodernism

Beautifully renewed facade looking great in the su

Beautifully renewed facade looking great in the sun today #geohenderick #1930s #belgianmodernism

Just one of the many extraordinary modernist gems

Just one of the many extraordinary modernist gems you can find in #tournai #geobariseau #1930s #belgianmodernism

Good stairs (and tiles) at this residence by #silv

Good stairs (and tiles) at this residence by #silvainsmis #1930s #belgianmodernism

Small detail of the wonderful stained glass stairw

Small detail of the wonderful stained glass stairwell at apartment block by #joschabot (who also lived on the ground floor) #1930s #belgianmodernism

Could it be the cutest ever bathroom window? 🥹

Could it be the cutest ever bathroom window? 🥹 #joschabot #1930s #belgianmodernism

Gorgeous stairwell at the own home of #françoisl

Gorgeous stairwell at the own home of #françoisladavid #1930s #artdeco #belgianmodernism

Anonymous interwar beauty #1930s #belgianmodernism

Anonymous interwar beauty #1930s #belgianmodernism

A touch of gold was not so uncommon in #1930s inte

A touch of gold was not so uncommon in #1930s interiors and still looks great almost 100 years on #cintvermeulen #1930s #belgianmodernism

Playful modernism, aka my kind of modernism #alfon

Playful modernism, aka my kind of modernism #alfonsroose #1950s #1960s #belgianmodernism

What a cutie. Unfortunately the name of the archit

What a cutie. Unfortunately the name of the architect on the facade was illegible, if you know more then let me know! #belgianmodernism #1930s

I’m normally very anti less is more but this is

I’m normally very anti less is more but this is great in all its simplicity - own house of #robertschotte #1960s #belgianmodernism

So grateful I was shown around by the original own

So grateful I was shown around by the original owner, widow of architect #robertschotte - I especially loved the stairs #1960s #belgianmodernism

No one does it like #eduardvansteenbergen 👑 #19

No one does it like #eduardvansteenbergen 👑 #1930s #belgianmodernism

The best light: own house of #carlivanhout #turnho

The best light: own house of #carlivanhout #turnhoutseschool #1960s #belgianmodernism #marcelbreuer #wassilychair

Throwing shade 😏 #raoulvanhoutte #1930s #belgia

Throwing shade 😏 #raoulvanhoutte #1930s #belgianmodernism

Perhaps the most beautiful hallway I’ve ever see

Perhaps the most beautiful hallway I’ve ever seen. The interplay of different materials is just magic 🪄 #jozefmeulepas #1930s #belgianmodernism

The former Brepols factory by #jacquessaintenoy -

The former Brepols factory by #jacquessaintenoy - one of the buildings featured in the #turnhout chapter #1930s #belgianmodernism

Gotta love a built in planter. This home designed

Gotta love a built in planter. This home designed by #paulneefs is made up of only trapezium shapes, still in original condition, still striking 50 years later #1970s #belgianmodernism

Cannot begin to explain my excitement when I disco

Cannot begin to explain my excitement when I discovered this original staircase with built in bench - wonderfully preserved by the current owners #ernestwauters #1930s #belgianmodernism

Didn’t know I needed a #granito (Belgian version

Didn’t know I needed a #granito (Belgian version of #terrazzo) bath until I saw this one 🥺 #jozefmeulepas #1930s #belgianmodernism

I live for all marbrite (the glass tiles, Belgian

I live for all marbrite (the glass tiles, Belgian invention!) bathrooms #1930s #belgianmodernism

Own home of #eugenewauters #1950s #belgianmodernis

Own home of #eugenewauters #1950s #belgianmodernism

So happy I finally got to have a look at this gran

So happy I finally got to have a look at this grand entrance, the very first building featured on my walking guide in collab with @modernistestates (currently sold out, restock hopefully soon) #joeramaekers #1930s #belgianmodernism

A rainy day calls for my first reel I guess?! In c

A rainy day calls for my first reel I guess?! In case you didn’t know: I’ve made several walking guides, so you can discover modernist gems like the ones I post on here. This one is the latest on Deurne, Antwerp. Link in bio if you’re interested in purchasing 😏 #belgianmodernism #1930s #1950s #1960s

I love pretty much everything about this: the fact

I love pretty much everything about this: the fact that it’s built on a slope, the tiles (duh), the grill on the door, and then the architect’s signature above the door 👌🏼 #germainwymeersch #1930s #belgianmodernism

Anonymous apartment entrance I came across back in

Anonymous apartment entrance I came across back in April #italianmodernism

Shoot for @belleroseofficial - location scouting b

Shoot for @belleroseofficial - location scouting by me 🤓 school by #eduardvansteenbergen #1930s
You can visit this gem coming Sunday during #openmonumentendag @heritavzw!
@thisiscrush_be

Good curves and wrought iron door on this anonymou

Good curves and wrought iron door on this anonymous apartment block #1930s #belgianmodernism

Cannot get enough of this swimming pool so here’

Cannot get enough of this swimming pool so here’s a close-up of the tiles #jeanmoutschen #1930s #belgianmodernism

Good curves and details #jeanplumier #1930s #belgi

Good curves and details #jeanplumier #1930s #belgianmodernism

I love a good mural, here at the entrance of an ap

I love a good mural, here at the entrance of an apartment block by #jeanposkin #henribonhomme #1950s #belgianmodernism

Back to one of my favourite places of the past yea

Back to one of my favourite places of the past year: Palace of Fine Arts by #josephandré
Pictured here with ceramics by #pierrecaille and stained glass by #louisvanlint
#1950s #belgianmodernism

Pretty run down but I’m still into the playful d

Pretty run down but I’m still into the playful details of this facade #jacquesgillet #1950s #belgianmodernism

Don’t even know where to start with this 😭 go

Don’t even know where to start with this 😭 got INCREDIBLY lucky today getting to view this normally off limits swimming pool - thanks to the sweetest staff of this school. In desperate need of some TLC as you can see, but unfortunately the budget is lacking after last year's floods #liège #jeanmoutschen #1930s #belgianmodernism

Finally got the details on this cute house that I

Finally got the details on this cute house that I often pass in my neighbourhood; #rogerdepret designed it for himself and it would be the only one he ever designed. I especially love the slate tiles on the facade #1960s #belgianmodernism

Creative brutalism by #louisghysebrechts, who call

Creative brutalism by #louisghysebrechts, who called himself an artist rather than architect #1960s #belgianmodernism
Thanks to @scale_collective for showing me around last week

Some swanky stairs #gustaafdaniëls #1950s #belgia

Some swanky stairs #gustaafdaniëls #1950s #belgianmodernism

I just love the curves in this concert hall. We wi

I just love the curves in this concert hall. We will visit this Fine Arts building of #charleroi on 27 august. If you’re interested to join, follow the link in my bio! #josephandré #1950s #belgianmodernism

Somewhere I would like to sleep #fredsandra #lucpe

Somewhere I would like to sleep #fredsandra #lucpeire #1960s #belgianmodernism

Hello, I am looking for a Liège native / resident

Hello, I am looking for a Liège native / resident who’s into modernist architecture! If you are that person: send me a message 😊
Pictured here: covered passage with shops in a gorgeous #artdeco style #henrisnyers #1930s #belgianmodernism #liege #luik #visitliege

A bit on the small side but I adored all the detai

A bit on the small side but I adored all the details in this bathroom of Luc & Jenny Peire, by interior designer #fredsandra #1960s #belgianmodernism

If I had to choose one architect whose designs I w

If I had to choose one architect whose designs I would love to inhabit myself, I think I would go with #dancraet - simple yet elegant, and always so practical and in harmony with its surroundings #belgianmodernism #1960s

One of my favourite things about many modernist in

One of my favourite things about many modernist interiors are the heating covers. Why and when did those go out of fashion?! This one is basically a piece of art in itself #juleslippens #1920s #artdeco #belgianmodernism

So simple, so chique - a dream by #juleslippens #1

So simple, so chique - a dream by #juleslippens #1920s #artdeco #belgianmodernism

Last month I had the pleasure of visiting the form

Last month I had the pleasure of visiting the former home of #marcelmolleman and it was a real treat. This part of his office featuring furniture designed by him and a cute replica of Guernica #picasso #1960s #belgianmodernism

It is perhaps not the most striking building but I

It is perhaps not the most striking building but I loved all the details about this facade, and of course the door most of all. No idea about the architect sorry #1950s #frenchmodernism

I am obsessed with built in benches and this one b

I am obsessed with built in benches and this one by #marcquentin is my new favourite #1950s #frenchmodernism

Interested to know more about the house behind thi

Interested to know more about the house behind this photo? Next Sunday I’m organising a tour here! Tickets: link in bio
Photo © @hervemartijn
#huibhoste #1920s #belgianmodernism

Instagram vs. reality (thanks to my lovely assista

Instagram vs. reality (thanks to my lovely assistant) #georgesvergnaud #1950s #frenchmodernism

Unfortunately altered (after it lay abandoned for

Unfortunately altered (after it lay abandoned for years), this hotel still has that #1960s feel and the best views of the sea behind. Couldn’t find the name of the architect, only that he was a student of #lecorbusier

Wish I could do my shopping here every day #louiss

Wish I could do my shopping here every day #louissimon #andremorisseau #1950s #frenchmodernism

I love to see how people actually live in modernis

I love to see how people actually live in modernism, not treating it like a museum. This house was such a treat: meeting the original owners who still love their house to bits and who’ve lived here since 1964 #paulfelix #1960s #belgianmodernism

A very pleasing Art Deco facade by #wernervanspran

A very pleasing Art Deco facade by #wernervanspranghe #1930s #belgianmodernism

Hi! In case you didn’t know: I’m making a book

Hi! In case you didn’t know: I’m making a book! With @lusterbooks 🙏🏼😇
And I need your help. The book will contain 12 routes in Belgium that explore modernist architecture. Right now I’m looking for someone who’d like to do a test run on the Charleroi chapter. Is that person you? DM me!
The route will feature this magnificent building #palaisdesbeauxartscharleroi #josephandré #1950s #belgianmodernism

From a couple of years back, and forever my favour

From a couple of years back, and forever my favourite chimney, this incredible house by #jacquesdupuis #albertbontridder #1960s #belgianmodernism
Edit: when I visited (and took these photos) in 2019 I was shown around by the wonderful daughter of the original owners. Turns out she passed away last year, what a shame, I will always remember her lively spirit, kindness and generosity.

Revisiting this bathroom cause why not??! #marmori

Revisiting this bathroom cause why not??! #marmorite #marbrite #alexandermeuleman #1930s #belgianmodernism

Good t(o)ile(t) situation in the old library #geob

Good t(o)ile(t) situation in the old library #geobontinck #1950s #belgianmodernism

Hope to return here sooner rather than later, and

Hope to return here sooner rather than later, and organise a guided tour. This mural by #renemagritte is one of the many amazing artworks adorning the interior of #palaisdesbeauxartscharleroi #josephandré #1950s #belgianmodernism

#eduardvansteenbergen, never ceases to amaze me #1

#eduardvansteenbergen, never ceases to amaze me #1940s #belgianmodernism

Wonderful Art Deco entrance #josephselis #1930s #b

Wonderful Art Deco entrance #josephselis #1930s #belgianmodernism

Pheww these stairs. Designed by dad #eduardvanstee

Pheww these stairs. Designed by dad #eduardvansteenbergen, eventually carried out by son #edwardvansteenbergen. A dream! #1950s #belgianmodernism

Bringing the outside in #rogerdewinter #1960s #bel

Bringing the outside in #rogerdewinter #1960s #belgianmodernism

Nothing but curves 🥰 #geobrosens #1930s #belgia

Nothing but curves 🥰 #geobrosens #1930s #belgianmodernism

Turns out I have a dream toilet #leonstynen #1930s

Turns out I have a dream toilet #leonstynen #1930s #belgianmodernism

Re: my last post; can we also bring back built in

Re: my last post; can we also bring back built in benches in living rooms? Thanks. This one just blew me away #geobrosens #1930s #belgianmodernism

Can we bring back stairwells with built in benches

Can we bring back stairwells with built in benches? Thanks #silvainsmis #1930s #belgianmodernism

Good tiles situation in this bathroom by #silvains

Good tiles situation in this bathroom by #silvainsmis #1930s #belgianmodernism

Ahh take me back! One of the many buildings we jus

Ahh take me back! One of the many buildings we just happened upon while walking around #albertocarpiceci #1950s #italianmodernism

Curvy cutie 🤗 chapel by #josébossuyt #1960s #b

Curvy cutie 🤗 chapel by #josébossuyt #1960s #belgianmodernism

My dream house you ask? Oh you know, just a simple

My dream house you ask? Oh you know, just a simple bungalow in a field of bluebells. So basically: this. Architect unknown unfortunately. If you know more: pls tell me!! #belgianmodernism #1950s #1960s

What a facade! Unfortunately anonymous #1960s #bel

What a facade! Unfortunately anonymous #1960s #belgianmodernism

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: bat

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: bathrooms are my favourite #jeanvancoppenolle #1950s #belgianmodernism

Rome in one photo: mid century apartment block inc

Rome in one photo: mid century apartment block incorporating ancient relics on the facade 💛 #italianmodernism

Wonderful staircase that I came across and that I

Wonderful staircase that I came across and that I think is by #fabriziobruno (who also signed the mural in the hallway) but not 100% sure #italianmodernism #1950s

Most beautiful hidden door ever? Happened upon thi

Most beautiful hidden door ever? Happened upon this apartment complex by accident and was blown away, wish I could show you every single detail cause it was all amazing #italianmodernism #1950s
(Google mistakenly told me it was #amedeoluccichenti but as @okolo_architecture pointed out it is #albertocarpiceci)

One more from the school by #studiopassarelli, suc

One more from the school by #studiopassarelli, such a satisfying building 💆🏼‍♀️ #1960s #italianmodernism

One of the (many) highlights of our trip: school b

One of the (many) highlights of our trip: school by #studiopassarelli #1960s #italianmodernism
(special thanks to the director for letting us have a look around)

I’ll take two please 🎀 amazing marble chairs

I’ll take two please 🎀 amazing marble chairs found in a church I stumbled across #raffaellofagnoni #1960s #italianmodernism

Anonymous mid century apartment block I really lik

Anonymous mid century apartment block I really liked #1950s #italianmodernism

Italian entrances are always on another level. Nev

Italian entrances are always on another level. Never ceases to amaze me what you can find behind apartment facades #giulioturcato #1950s #italianmodernism

More from the amazing Hotel Bottoja, what a dream

More from the amazing Hotel Bottoja, what a dream #marioloretti #1930s #gioponti #gustavopulitzer

Highlight of today: Hotel Bettoja Mediterraneo #ma

Highlight of today: Hotel Bettoja Mediterraneo #marioloretti #1930s #italianmodernism

Stepping into this store is literally stepping bac

Stepping into this store is literally stepping back into time, to 1925 from which this amazing #artdeco interior dates. Fourth generation running it right now! #1920s #belgianmodernism

Like a #mondriaan painting come to life - it doesn

Like a #mondriaan painting come to life - it doesn’t get more Dutch than that! #gerritrietveld #1950s #dutchmodernism

Outside and inside view of a bedroom - so lucky th

Outside and inside view of a bedroom - so lucky that we got to stay here (and you can too!) #syboldvanravesteyn #1930s #dutchmodernism

Loved this little bridge operator’s house we cam

Loved this little bridge operator’s house we came across this weekend #gossevandergaast #1930s #dutchmodernism #nieuwezakelijkheid

Obsessed with this fat 🌭 heating #gerritrietvel

Obsessed with this fat 🌭 heating #gerritrietveld #1920s #dutchmodernism

New favourite staircase 😍 the colours! #syboldv

New favourite staircase 😍 the colours! #syboldvanravesteyn #1930s #dutchmodernism

Don’t think I’ll ever get tired of #cubex kitc

Don’t think I’ll ever get tired of #cubex kitchens #leonstynen #1930s #belgianmodernism

Elated after today’s enthusiastic visits to this

Elated after today’s enthusiastic visits to this magical house: own home of #leonstynen - pictured here: mural by #reneguiette in the hallway #1930s #belgianmodernism

When the back view is just as good as the front: t

When the back view is just as good as the front: the magnificent Maison Durieu by #jacquesdupuis #simoneguillissenhoa #1950s #belgianmodernism

Satisfying close up of “Resurrection church” b

Satisfying close up of “Resurrection church” by #andrédesmedt #1960s #belgianmodernism
(Pretty literally based on St. Louis Abbey Church by #gyoobata)

I don’t even know where to begin with this wine

I don’t even know where to begin with this wine shop.. how had I not noticed this before?! Just, dying, it’s SO GOOD.
Owner told me design is from end of the #1960s by firm #vanantwerpenvermeulen. Building it was done by Italian craftsmen and took 3 months. More than 50 years on it’s still 💯

I’m crazy about this bubble fence (which returns

I’m crazy about this bubble fence (which returns on the balcony): own home of #armandvermeulen guessing #1960s #belgianmodernism
PS: this was a random discovery so if anyone has more info on the architect let me know!

Cannot get over this colour scheme 🥰 - social h

Cannot get over this colour scheme 🥰 - social housing #dekiefhoek #jjpoud #1930s #dutchmodernism
PS: you can book a visit through @urbanguides

Interbellum beauty: own home of #charlesvannueten

Interbellum beauty: own home of #charlesvannueten #1930s #belgianmodernism

Hard to believe I never noticed this before: beaut

Hard to believe I never noticed this before: beautiful glass artwork by #gustaverigelle smack dab in the centre of Gent #belgianmodernism #1960s

Such a great (and well kept) example of my very fa

Such a great (and well kept) example of my very favourite: #expo58 style - anonymous unfortunately #1950s #belgianmodernism

A bit worn out but gotta love that pop of 🟡 #fb

A bit worn out but gotta love that pop of 🟡 #fbesançon #1950s #belgianmodernism

Wonderful, wonderful example of the playful mid ce

Wonderful, wonderful example of the playful mid century style: own house of and by #guydoornaert #1960s #belgianmodernism

Wonderful sculpture at this entrance by #franstuin

Wonderful sculpture at this entrance by #franstuinstra #1950s #dutchmodernism

Could it be the most beautiful cinema? Either way,

Could it be the most beautiful cinema? Either way, one of my Rotterdam favourites #barthoogstraten #teunisvandenberg #1950s #dutchmodernism

Absolute and total dream kitchen 🥺 #jjpoud #kie

Absolute and total dream kitchen 🥺 #jjpoud #kiefhoek #1930s #dutchmodernism
Huge thanks to @urbanguides & @timelessrotterdam for the amazing visit 💛

Glorious sunshine on this glorious home: former pr

Glorious sunshine on this glorious home: former private clinic by #henryvandevelde #1930s #belgianmodernism

Coming across this one literally stopped me in my

Coming across this one literally stopped me in my tracks - what. A. Gem! The current owners told me the original owner had this house built in Congo and then wanted the exact same one here. Architect H. Van Kerckhove duly obliged #1960s #belgianmodernism

Really nice light on this really nice door today #

Really nice light on this really nice door today #georgespauwels #1930s #belgianmodernism

Almost 6 months in the making (2022 is the year I

Almost 6 months in the making (2022 is the year I stop procrastinating 🤥) so very excited it’s here: the new walking guide! To Deurne, mid century modern heaven. Order through link in bio!
#toeristmodernist #1930s #1950s #1960s #belgianmodernism

Kitchen front and back - both 👌🏼 #dancraet #

Kitchen front and back - both 👌🏼 #dancraet #1960s #belgianmodernism

Another nice cheese shop with original interior -

Another nice cheese shop with original interior - only in Brussels 🤍 #1950s

Perfect weather for this one #graeffe #1950s #belg

Perfect weather for this one #graeffe #1950s #belgianmodernism

Talk about a pool! A real stroke of genius by #pau

Talk about a pool! A real stroke of genius by #paulfelix & #jantanghe #1960s #belgianmodernism

After years of wanting to visit I finally got the

After years of wanting to visit I finally got the chance last week: this is the glorious studio & flat of multi talented artist #jozefpeeters, who designed most of the furniture and the colour scheme / painting that adorns the walls #1930s #belgianmodernism

A building I passed daily as a student but didn’

A building I passed daily as a student but didn’t notice until now. The front door has unfortunately been replaced but thankfully this colourful column has remained #1950s #1960s #belgianmodernism

I hate cars #albertpoels #1930s #belgianmodernism

I hate cars #albertpoels #1930s #belgianmodernism

It’s almost here! A 4.5 km walk through #deurne

It’s almost here! A 4.5 km walk through #deurne highlighting some of the best modernist architecture. Order through link in biooooo
Eternal 🙏🏼 @chloedhauwe (graphic design) & @liedirkx (illustrations)
#belgianmodernism #1930s #1950s #1960s

Side (or back? Unsure) entrance to the amazing “

Side (or back? Unsure) entrance to the amazing “Resurrection church” by #andrédesmedt #verrijzeniskerk #1960s #belgianmodernism

I don’t know who gave the ok for the hideous col

I don’t know who gave the ok for the hideous colour on this wall but thankfully the stairs still outclass it #gastondebruycker #1940s #belgianmodernism

Interbellum beauty #oscarvermeersch #1930s #belgia

Interbellum beauty #oscarvermeersch #1930s #belgianmodernism

Really enjoyed this hairdresser’s interior. Inte

Really enjoyed this hairdresser’s interior. Interior designer / architect unknown but dating from the #1960s and updated in the 90s #belgianmodernism

Overgrown beauty - unfortunately no idea of the ar

Overgrown beauty - unfortunately no idea of the architect #1930s #belgianmodernism

Got lucky with the light today visiting this Ghent

Got lucky with the light today visiting this Ghent icon: Boekentoren (Book tower) #henryvandevelde #1930s #belgianmodernism

A marvellous interbellum building, lovingly restor

A marvellous interbellum building, lovingly restored by the current owners #theofielvyverman #1930s #belgianmodernism

After the kitchen this is probably my favourite de

After the kitchen this is probably my favourite detail of the house: the alcove containing the front door 💯 #villaarca #jeanvandenbogaerde #1960s #belgianmodernism

So lucky that I was able to have a peek inside the

So lucky that I was able to have a peek inside the enigmatic #villaarca #jeanvandenbogaerde #1960s #belgianmodernism

Kitchens and bathrooms are always my favourite roo

Kitchens and bathrooms are always my favourite rooms in a house and this one was so simple yet so perfect #villaarca #jeanvandenbogaerde #1960s #belgianmodernism

Some snapshots of a delightful #1950s neighbourhoo

Some snapshots of a delightful #1950s neighbourhood #belgianmodernism

A truly remarkable example of Art Deco #eduardcout

A truly remarkable example of Art Deco #eduardcouturiaux #1930s #belgianmodernism

A bit overgrown but some nice details remain #paul

A bit overgrown but some nice details remain #paulemonts #1950s #belgianmodernism

I’ve been absolutely obsessed with this house si

I’ve been absolutely obsessed with this house since coming across it last week. Used to be inhabited by #lioneldeturck (passed away in 2018) who was also the architect of the building I’m guessing. A peek inside revealed a striking staircase and I’m dying to find out more. Google hasn’t been much of a help so if anyone has any info it would be greatly appreciated #1960s #belgianmodernism

Childhood memories for me: apartment block I used

Childhood memories for me: apartment block I used to pass every day from I’m guessing #1950s with beautiful sculptures by #marcdebruyn #belgianmodernism

No idea about the architect but really liked this

No idea about the architect but really liked this #1960s house (yes house, not an apartment block!)

I just love everything about the sculptural facade

I just love everything about the sculptural facade (don’t forget to notice the ladies on the top) on this apartment block #jeanpierrevandenhoute #1950s #belgianmodernism

Difficult to capture the radiant essence of this h

Difficult to capture the radiant essence of this house in a single picture so keep an eye out on the newsletter as I’m very excited to organise a tour here in March! #jacquesdupuis #simoneguillissenhoa #1950s #belgianmodernism

A year and a half after first ringing the bell I g

A year and a half after first ringing the bell I got to have a look inside this dream of a home: house Durieu by #jacquesdupuis #simoneguillissenhoa #1950s #belgianmodernism
PS: I’ll be organising a tour here early March

Another former butchers, this time turned bakery @

Another former butchers, this time turned bakery @leo_antwerp (hoping to catch it during opening hours next time) #1940s #belgianmodernism

The man, the legend #renaatbraem #1950s #belgianmo

The man, the legend #renaatbraem #1950s #belgianmodernism

Stairs and tiles: these are a few of my favourite

Stairs and tiles: these are a few of my favourite things 🥰 #gastondebruycker #1940s #belgianmodernism

Another anonymous mid century bungalow. This one s

Another anonymous mid century bungalow. This one seems to have been deserted for years but in completely original state. Apparently it’s to be torn down, fingers crossed someone saves it… #belgianmodernism

I have been obsessed with this butchers (now chees

I have been obsessed with this butchers (now cheese shop) for years and today I finally stepped inside. What a dream #eliepoupko #1960s #belgianmodernism

Nestled in the dunes lies this cosy holiday home,

Nestled in the dunes lies this cosy holiday home, architect unknown. Here’s hoping this gem gets some of the TLC it desperately needs and deserves #1960s #belgianmodernism

Visited a most remarkable house by favourite #will

Visited a most remarkable house by favourite #willyvandermeeren, difficult to photograph but here’s a glimpse #1960s #belgianmodernism

The upside to dusk setting in so early are cosy sh

The upside to dusk setting in so early are cosy shots like these #raymondvandijck #1930s #belgianmodernism

Working on the #deurne walking guide as we speak a

Working on the #deurne walking guide as we speak and it includes this wonderful building: former home of sculptor #albertpoels, designed by his son in law #hubertsemal #1960s #belgianmodernism

Such a glorious detail to me and a nostalgic remin

Such a glorious detail to me and a nostalgic reminder of 2021 and the summer (and swimming!) #josefschütz #ottodürr #hansnussbaumer #1950s #swissmodernism

Spot the differences… Maison Verley by #henrimou

Spot the differences… Maison Verley by #henrimouette #pierreszekely then (#1970s) and now #frenchmodernism

Even in the greyest of weather this chapel still h

Even in the greyest of weather this chapel still has a magical quality about it ✨ #pierreszekely #claudeguislain #1960s #frenchmodernism

The magical chapel Saint-Saulve with ceiling art t

The magical chapel Saint-Saulve with ceiling art that represents various types of gemstones #pierreszekely #1960s #frenchmodernism

Once again an anonymous facade that I’m very cur

Once again an anonymous facade that I’m very curious about (if you have more into let me know!), guessing #1960s #belgianmodernism
Edit: someone has suggested #rogerdewinter which seems very credible given the similarities with other, more well known designs

I just love the attention to detail (the door hand

I just love the attention to detail (the door handle, the stair rail, the tiles etc etc etc) in this cosy house designed by #joschabot #1930s #belgianmodernism

This sculpture by #jeanpierreghysels seems as mode

This sculpture by #jeanpierreghysels seems as modern today as it must’ve been in the #1960s #kik #charlesrimanque #leonardcassiman #renésnyers

Not sure which I love more: the joinery on the doo

Not sure which I love more: the joinery on the door, the tiles, the curved wall or the architect’s signature - all golden! #alphonsemarechal #1930s #belgianmodernism

Beautiful example of all the in situ artworks at P

Beautiful example of all the in situ artworks at Palais de Beaux Arts: sculpture by #marinomarini, bas relief by #andréhupet and painting in the far distance by #emiletainmont #josephandré #1950s #belgianmodernism

What a cheerful backdrop for meetings: mural by #g

What a cheerful backdrop for meetings: mural by #gastonbertrand at KIK #charlesrimanque #leonardcassiman #renésnyers #1960s #belgianmodernism

Ok ok last one from this dream home; the cosy hear

Ok ok last one from this dream home; the cosy heart of the house: the fireplace 🔥 #erikburrick #1950s #belgianmodernism

Front and back of the kitchen at own home of #erik

Front and back of the kitchen at own home of #erikburrick #1950s #belgianmodernism

The light was just magical today in this own house

The light was just magical today in this own house of, and also designed by, interior designer #erikburrick #1950s #belgianmodernism

Not sure which I love most: the wavy garage door,

Not sure which I love most: the wavy garage door, the pillar at the entrance or the baby riding a seahorse above the door. Actually I do: it’s definitely the baby on the seahorse #1930s #belgianmodernism

I know I know this has basically become an account

I know I know this has basically become an account on stairs but how can you resist this one at KIK?! #charlesrimanque #leonardcassiman #renésnyers

#lucienengels sure knew how to do stairs, and the

#lucienengels sure knew how to do stairs, and the combo with those breeze blocks is just 👌🏼 #1950s #belgianmodernism

Of course the home of #fridaburssens boasts severa

Of course the home of #fridaburssens boasts several of those beautiful built in cabinets #dancraet was known for - simple but perfect 🤌🏼 #1950s #belgianmodernism

Hideaway in the woods, the beautiful former home o

Hideaway in the woods, the beautiful former home of (graphic) designer #fridaburssens - of course designed by her husband #dancraet #1950s #belgianmodernism

Even as a vegetarian I couldn’t help but drool o

Even as a vegetarian I couldn’t help but drool over this butcher’s. Another example of often overlooked modernist heritage, guessing #1950s #belgianmodernism

Wouldn’t mind getting cosy around this fireplace

Wouldn’t mind getting cosy around this fireplace right now 🔥#louisgeirnaert #1960s #belgianmodernism

One of the best facades I’ve had the pleasure of

One of the best facades I’ve had the pleasure of seeing: what. A. Beauty! #joschabot #1930s #belgianmodernism

Couldn’t find any info on the architect but as g

Couldn’t find any info on the architect but as good as it gets when it comes to postwar apartment blocks, if you ask me 💙 #belgianmodernism

Even that damn fire extinguisher couldn’t take a

Even that damn fire extinguisher couldn’t take away the beauty of this gorgeous sculpture by #charlesderouck, at the entrance of the Conservatory by #josephandré #1950s #belgianmodernism

I can’t tell you anything about an architect or

I can’t tell you anything about an architect or interior designer but damn, this shop: optician with all original #1960s interior. The magic is in the details, like the mirror built into the sliding doors of that beautiful cabinet

The chandelier at Congress hall in Palais des Beau

The chandelier at Congress hall in Palais des Beaux Arts 🥺 #josephandré #1950s #belgianmodernism

Amazing AMAZING visit to the Palais des Beaux Arts

Amazing AMAZING visit to the Palais des Beaux Arts where time seems to have stood still since it was built in 1957 #josephandré #1950s #belgianmodernism
All original furniture with ceramics by #pierrecaille and windows by #louisvanlint

I simply love every detail about this building - a

I simply love every detail about this building - apart from the roof that was later added #ernestsnoeck #1930s #belgianmodernism

I love a coincidental discovery and this one was e

I love a coincidental discovery and this one was especially good (but unfortunately anonymous) #villazwaluw #1930s #belgianmodernism

I love a relief on a facade and this one has such

I love a relief on a facade and this one has such nice details (look at those earrings!) #paulstevens #1930s #belgianmodernism

The way the light streamed in through those staine

The way the light streamed in through those stained glass windows reflecting on the tiled blue floor, I would almost call it… religious 🤷🏼‍♀️ #1960s #lodeaerts #jozefdeconinck #belgianmodernism

I never tire of tiles, pt. 22: the all star versio

I never tire of tiles, pt. 22: the all star version that is this old girls’ school. Delightfully #artdeco #raymondpoppe #1930s

Wonderful entrance at the own home of #louisgeirna

Wonderful entrance at the own home of #louisgeirnaert #1950s #belgianmodernism

Back in the #1950s a student home also housed a ch

Back in the #1950s a student home also housed a chapel. #rogerbastin managed to make it minimalist but remarkable (and very difficult to photograph lol) #belgianmodernism

Phewwww these stairs 🥺 #leonstynen #1930s #belg

Phewwww these stairs 🥺 #leonstynen #1930s #belgianmodernism

Perfectly blending into its lush green surrounding

Perfectly blending into its lush green surroundings: student home by #rogerbastin #1950s #belgianmodernism

Spent yesterday morning in heaven: beautiful home

Spent yesterday morning in heaven: beautiful home in the woods (see windows on the right) by #rogervanhoof #1970s

Turns out #eeklo is a Mecca for modernist bungalow

Turns out #eeklo is a Mecca for modernist bungalows 🤷🏼‍♀️#marcvancleven #1960s #belgianmodernism

Cannot get over this bathroom. Never before witnes

Cannot get over this bathroom. Never before witnessed so many different types of #marbrite in one room #alexandermeuleman #1930s #belgianmodernism

Looks like an entrance but actually part of a huge

Looks like an entrance but actually part of a huge stairwell. No words really, just perfect. Should I organise a tour here?! Rhetorical question duh #alexandermeuleman #1930s #belgianmodernism

Since starting this “project” (obsession would

Since starting this “project” (obsession would be a better word tbh lol) I’ve become fascinated by churches, as there are many uncovered modernist ones, even in the smallest places. Always surprising. This one is probably my new favourite cause it is truly, gloriously #1960s #lodeaerts #jozefdeconinck

Aren’t these the most joyous and fun stairs you’ve ever seen?! 🥰 Inspired by music notes #louisgeirnaert #1960s #belgianmodernism

Might this be part of an upcoming walking guide fo

Might this be part of an upcoming walking guide focusing on (a borough of) Antwerp? Who knows! What I do know is the architect had a great name #janjaakjacobs #alliteration #1950s #belgianmodernism

Huge planter + detail of the wooden ceiling + terr

Huge planter + detail of the wooden ceiling + terrace mural - all original all 💯 #1969s #hubertsemal

The own home of #hubertsemal is full of hidden noo

The own home of #hubertsemal is full of hidden nooks and crannies and surprises. As always the stairs are my favourite part, although this panel separating the entrance from the office is close second #1960s #belgianmodernism

Two favourite details from the flat designed by #d

Two favourite details from the flat designed by #dirkjanrol #janineabraham: ceiling lights in the shape of a flower and beautiful fabric on the doors #1970s

So deceivingly simple but so good, this kitchen #a

So deceivingly simple but so good, this kitchen #alvaraalto #1960s #finnishmodernism

I never tire of tiles, pt. 22 #dudok #1930s #dutch

I never tire of tiles, pt. 22 #dudok #1930s #dutchmodernism

The perfect day to return to Kursaal, a masterpiec

The perfect day to return to Kursaal, a masterpiece by #leonstynen and gorgeous views of the sea from every room #1950s #belgianmodernism

There’s so many details I loved about Maison Lou

There’s so many details I loved about Maison Louis Carré but the bathroom especially was such a delight. The curves of that mirror 🥰 #alvaraalto #1950s #frenchmodernism

When you really have to pee and accidentally stumb

When you really have to pee and accidentally stumble upon a total #1950s beauty. Thanks to the owners for letting me use their facilities and sorry to the guy on the 2nd pic lol #frenchmodernism
(Also if anyone happens to have any info on who was the designer do let me know, couldn’t find any)

Although orange was not the original colour, I sti

Although orange was not the original colour, I still wanted to show off these amazing, elegant stairs #richardneutra #1960s

The wonderfully light Maison Delcourt by #richardn

The wonderfully light Maison Delcourt by #richardneutra, a privilege to visit! #1960s

Dream kitchen 💛 at the house of (and designed b

Dream kitchen 💛 at the house of (and designed by) #dirkjanrol #janineabraham #1970s

Now from the outside (damn that car!!), Collège N

Now from the outside (damn that car!!), Collège Néerlandais by #dudok #1930s #dutchmodernism

The majestic dorm for Dutch students in Paris. Gre

The majestic dorm for Dutch students in Paris. Great to see it was lovingly restored #dudok #1930s #dutchmodernism

Another great Zürich memory: this apartment block

Another great Zürich memory: this apartment block by #peterleemann #claudepaillard and my favourite detail: a miniature metal version of the building displaying the name of its residents #1950s #swissmodernism

More than a month later I’m still not over this

More than a month later I’m still not over this apartment block by #alfredroth #emilroth #marcelbreuer #1930s #swissmodernism

One of my favourite stores is Artikel Nr, housed i

One of my favourite stores is Artikel Nr, housed in a beautiful #1950s building designed by #clemensvantrefois - lovingly restored by the current owners #messenhuyghe #belgianmodernism

More #renaatbraem cause who can ever get enough? #

More #renaatbraem cause who can ever get enough? #1950s #belgianmodernism

Same goes for the toilets, just perfect #renaatbra

Same goes for the toilets, just perfect #renaatbraem #1960s #belgianmodernism

Don’t think I’ll ever get tired of the pavilio

Don’t think I’ll ever get tired of the pavilion #renaatbraem designed for Middelheim sculpture park. Just look at this coat rack 🥺 #1960s #belgianmodernism

Got to pay iconic mid century illustrator Lie (Lie

Got to pay iconic mid century illustrator Lie (Lieve Schatteman) a visit, who turned out to be living in a wonderful #1960s home. Architect supposed to be a Miel François (if I understood well). If anyone has more info it would be greatly appreciated! #belgianmodernism

Gorgeous lamp by #pieterdebruyne for Arteluce (cab

Gorgeous lamp by #pieterdebruyne for Arteluce (cabinet in the back also by his hand) #1960s #belgianmodernism #oilsjt

I love a good stairs and found this one particular

I love a good stairs and found this one particularly satisfying 📉 #victorlaureys #1950s #belgianmodernism

More magic on the backside #jozefdebruycker #1930s

More magic on the backside #jozefdebruycker #1930s #belgianmodernism

What you get when #jozefdebruycker gets carte blan

What you get when #jozefdebruycker gets carte blanche: MAGIC #1930s #belgianmodernism

Bucheggplatz station is Swiss architecture at its

Bucheggplatz station is Swiss architecture at its best: functional and practical, but also fun! #stücheliarchitekten #1970s #swissmodernism

One of my absolute favourites in Ghent because of

One of my absolute favourites in Ghent because of all the details around the entrance (the sculpture! The tiles!) by an architect who defined the city with his designs in the #1930s #juleslippens #belgianmodernism

Just a good entrance #andréhaeck #1930s #belgianm

Just a good entrance #andréhaeck #1930s #belgianmodernism

Can’t remember how I found this house (possibly

Can’t remember how I found this house (possibly someone on here who sent me a picture?) but I’d saved it on my google maps and very happy I did! Glorious mosaics #belgianmodernism

Elderly home (now looking rather depressing tbh) b

Elderly home (now looking rather depressing tbh) by #willyvandermeeren #1960s #belgianmodernism

I somehow never shared these on here, or the fact

I somehow never shared these on here, or the fact that I do location scouting at all. Better late than never: @juttu_official fall 2020 campaign for which I provided the location. In need of a modernist backdrop for your campaign? Get in touch! #locationscouting #belgianmodernism

Last one from this magical place: the back entranc

Last one from this magical place: the back entrance #willyvandermeeren #1960s #belgianmodernism

Outside and inside the lovely office #willyvanderm

Outside and inside the lovely office #willyvandermeeren #1960s #belgianmodernism

A couple of weeks ago I returned to what has proba

A couple of weeks ago I returned to what has probably been my most favourite visit ever. Woning Leerschool by #willyvandermeeren, with the wonderful original owner still inhabiting it. He told me he already owned all this furniture so #willyvandermeeren couldn’t design built-ins as he normally would. It makes for a very personal home. It made me notice new details, like this beautiful #isamukenmochi (if I remember well, correct me if I’m wrong) chair. And of course, the light never disappoints in this place. More picture to come in the coming days #1960s #belgianmodernism

I never get tired of these power stations by #jana

I never get tired of these power stations by #janalbertdebondt that you can find all over the city #1930s #belgianmodernism

The kiosk at another great outdoor swimming spot:

The kiosk at another great outdoor swimming spot: Freibad Allenmoos 💯 #maxernsthaefeli #wernermaxmoser #1930s #swissmodernism

Former school of arts and crafts, prime example of

Former school of arts and crafts, prime example of #newobjectivity #adolfsteger #karlegender #1930s #swissmodernism

So lucky to catch the owners of this flat today an

So lucky to catch the owners of this flat today and see this terrace and the rest of their wonderful apartment. The curtains! 😍 #marcelbreuer #alfredroth #emilroth #1930s #swissmodernism

Probably the dreamiest bar I’ve ever laid eyes o

Probably the dreamiest bar I’ve ever laid eyes on - so cosy and classy. All original interior by #trixhaussmann #roberthaussmann #kronenhalle #1960s #swissmodernism

Two of my absolute favourite things combined: outd

Two of my absolute favourite things combined: outdoor swimming and modernist architecture at Strandbad Tiefenbrunnen #1950s #josefschütz #ottodürr #hansnussbaumer #swissmodernism

No info to be found on the possible architect but

No info to be found on the possible architect but this glorious building has an obvious #expo58 feel to it and totally stole my heart #1950s #belgianmodernism

Some good curves and tiles #luciendemunnynck #1930

Some good curves and tiles #luciendemunnynck #1930s #belgianmodernism

The sun came out especially for the arrival of the

The sun came out especially for the arrival of the Ostend walking guide to modernist houses 😎 now available on the webshop!
Illustrations @louwiezette, text by me, everything else @chloedhauwe (🙏🏼)

Didn’t realise I had a dream garage door until I

Didn’t realise I had a dream garage door until I passed this one. Got lucky to catch the owner who told me her brother #rolandcallewaert was the architect #1960s #belgianmodernism

Good door(handle)s #1930s #belgianmodernism

Good door(handle)s #1930s #belgianmodernism

Everything about this house is just perfect, can’t believe I never noticed it before. The baby blue, the stained glass windows, the details on the door 😍 #alexandermeuleman #1930s #belgianmodernism

Another anonymous beauty that I often pass on the

Another anonymous beauty that I often pass on the bike #interbellum #belgianmodernism

Can’t find any info on this interbellum beauty b

Can’t find any info on this interbellum beauty but the facade was recently restored and it always cheers me up biking past it #1930s #belgianmodernism

Art Deco at its most fabulous and striking and fun

Art Deco at its most fabulous and striking and fun! I love the mix of all the different materials alongside each other #joeramaekers #1930s #belgianmodernism

Really exciting finding the exact location of thes

Really exciting finding the exact location of these former holiday cottages by #mervynseal from the #1970s with amazing views of the sea further down #britishmodernism

Really exciting finding the exact location of thes

Really exciting finding the exact location of these former holiday cottages by #mervynseal from the #1970s with amazing views of the sea further down #britishmodernism

Something a bit different today but the #barbarahe

Something a bit different today but the #barbarahepworth studio and garden is just 🥺 perfect - and has great mid century garden furniture

Good staircase at Tinside Lido, which has an amazi

Good staircase at Tinside Lido, which has an amazing salt water pool overlooking the ocean (tested & approved) #johnwibberley #1930s #britishmodernism #artdeco

The iconic High Cross House - wish I could’ve se

The iconic High Cross House - wish I could’ve seen this in its heyday with all the periode furniture but still really good obviously #williamlescaze #1930s #britishmodernism

More #mervynseal by the sea #1960s #britishmoderni

More #mervynseal by the sea #1960s #britishmodernism

Excited to be close to many #williamlescaze buildi

Excited to be close to many #williamlescaze buildings on this trip #1930s #britishmodernism

Front and back of Heath Court - not pictured: stun

Front and back of Heath Court - not pictured: stunning sea views #mervynseal #1960s #britishmodernism

Wonderful collab between two of the best: #jacques

Wonderful collab between two of the best: #jacquesdupuis & #simoneguillissenhoa #1950s #belgianmodernism

The dream: own home of #pierrehumblet #1960s #belg

The dream: own home of #pierrehumblet #1960s #belgianmodernism

Master of light #juliaanlampens #1960s #brutalism

Master of light #juliaanlampens #1960s #brutalism #belgianmodernism

Another anonymous entrance, but what a good one! #

Another anonymous entrance, but what a good one! #1930s #belgianmodernism

The most idyllic place, and an amazing art gallery

The most idyllic place, and an amazing art gallery at the same time @10n_brussels #andrejacqmain #1950s #belgianmodernism

Frustratingly difficult to photograph but so beaut

Frustratingly difficult to photograph but so beautiful on a Spring day. Even more curious to see this one up close now! #louishermandekoninck #1930s #belgianmodernism

Unfortunately I couldn’t find any info on this #

Unfortunately I couldn’t find any info on this #artdeco gem but really wanted to share as I’ve never come across a copper door before, so beautiful! #belgianmodernism

Apartment block by #adrienblomme #1930s #belgianmo

Apartment block by #adrienblomme #1930s #belgianmodernism

Own home of #eugènedelatte with beautiful sculptu

Own home of #eugènedelatte with beautiful sculpture by #andréwillequet #1950s #belgianmodernism

I love a good #1950s building, and #rogerhomez is

I love a good #1950s building, and #rogerhomez is one of my favourites so happening upon this was 💯 #belgianmodernism

Really interesting to notice the similarities in t

Really interesting to notice the similarities in the #gastoneysselinck kitchens that I’ve visited, this one at House Stuyck is beautifully preserved #1930s #belgianmodernism

Although overall quite altered, House Stuyck is st

Although overall quite altered, House Stuyck is still unmistakably #gastoneysselinck. I particularly fell in love with the door #1930s #belgianmodernism

Tiles, tiles, tiles - so good! #françoisladavid #

Tiles, tiles, tiles - so good! #françoisladavid #belgianmodernism #1930s

The dream of #expo58 is alive in Antwerp #adriaens

The dream of #expo58 is alive in Antwerp #adriaensens #1950s #belgianmodernism

Just cannot get enough of the woodwork by #decoene

Just cannot get enough of the woodwork by #decoene at district house Merksem #1950s #belgianmodernism #janvanpuyvelde #victorgorlé #jozeffrissen

The whole house is a work of art but this staircas

The whole house is a work of art but this staircase is definitely the masterpiece - just look at the colourful decorations on the woodwork 😍 #huibhoste #belgianmodernism #1910s

Like stepping back in time: district house of Merk

Like stepping back in time: district house of Merksem with interior design by #janvanpuyvelde in collaboration with #decoene. Wish I knew who did the sculpture. #victorgorlé #jozeffrissen #1950s #belgianmodernism

One of my absolute favourites in Oostende: the wav

One of my absolute favourites in Oostende: the wavy facade reminds me of the sea 🌊 #alfreddanneel #1930s #belgianmodernism

Absolutely wonderful #1960s house, beautifully res

Absolutely wonderful #1960s house, beautifully restored by the current owners. Just look at that pivoting window on the first floor 😍 (architect unknown) #belgianmodernism

Another #tournai legend is #geobariseau who design

Another #tournai legend is #geobariseau who designed many amazing Art Deco buildings all over town but I think this might be my official favourite now 😍 #1930s #belgianmodernism

Beautiful discovery yesterday: south cemetery of #

Beautiful discovery yesterday: south cemetery of #tournai with this entrance by local legend #henrylacoste #1920s #belgianmodernism

California in Antwerp: own home of #rogergroothaer

California in Antwerp: own home of #rogergroothaert #1950s #belgianmodernism

Own home of #albertbarentsen with the most beautif

Own home of #albertbarentsen with the most beautiful door handle that he designed himself #1950s #belgianmodernism

The only photo from yesterday that survived - anon

The only photo from yesterday that survived - anonymous apartment block with amazing sculpture on the facade and tiles, tiles, tiles aka my fave #belgianmodernism #midcenturymodern

Nice door that I spotted on the bike ride home, an

Nice door that I spotted on the bike ride home, anonymous unfortunately #1960s #belgianmodernism

Can’t wait to see the interior of this house onc

Can’t wait to see the interior of this house once measures are lifted: own home of #hubertsemal #1960s #belgianmodernism

Another one to be featured in the upcoming walking

Another one to be featured in the upcoming walking guide. A door unlike anything I’ve seen before, so modern! #marcelcolombie #1930s #belgianmodernism

Beautiful detail at the entrance of own home of #s

Beautiful detail at the entrance of own home of #silvainsmis, whose buildings will feature heavily in the upcoming walking guide of Oostende #1930s #belgianmodernism

When I passed this facade I said “oh my god” o

When I passed this facade I said “oh my god” out loud (to myself lol) so I guess that says enough? Amazing use of #cimorné but also some sort of green glass brick? SO good #lodevanmarcke #1930s #belgianmodernism

Last one of #woningdebrabandere by #paulfelix - on

Last one of #woningdebrabandere by #paulfelix - one of my favourite spaces always: the kitchen. Good built-ins! #1960s #belgianmodernism

All tiles = dream bathroom basically, at #woningde

All tiles = dream bathroom basically, at #woningdeBrabandere by #paulfelix #1960s #belgianmodernism

More anonymity in Mons (pls enlighten me if you ha

More anonymity in Mons (pls enlighten me if you have any info!). This time it’s an apartment block from (I’m guessing) the #1950s #belgianmodernism

Mid century house that drew my attention because o

Mid century house that drew my attention because of the playful blue railing. Couldn’t find any info on it so unfortunately anonymous #1950s #1960s #belgianmodernism

Not sure which I love more: the curved stairs, the

Not sure which I love more: the curved stairs, the tile floor, the wooden panelling on the ceiling or the mosaic planter - they’re all pretty much perfect #belgianmodernism #midcenturymodern

So lucky to have gotten a look inside this house b

So lucky to have gotten a look inside this house by #paulfelix on a sunny day like today - the light in this hallway was just perfect, not to mention the view!✨ #1960s #belgianmodernism

Entrance to an apartment block that caught my atte

Entrance to an apartment block that caught my attention because of the weird sculpture and cute built in bench and mailboxes. Turns out it’s by #jossefranssen, thanks for the tip off @jenssreteep #belgianmodernism

House Otters by #franzvandersmissen, obviously ins

House Otters by #franzvandersmissen, obviously inspired by #expo58 #1960s #belgianmodernism

I never tire of tiles (or stairs for that matter),

I never tire of tiles (or stairs for that matter), pt. 21 - entrance of anonymous apartment block #belgianmodernism

The facade is a bit worn out but it’s still very

The facade is a bit worn out but it’s still very much obvious how innovative this design was and still is. Early work by #henriguchez #1950s #belgianmodernism

Director’s residence of furniture makers #vanden

Director’s residence of furniture makers #vandenberghepauvers with beautiful fireplace designed by #bobvandenberghe himself. Nice detail: the larger circles are open and blow hot air through the room #1970s #belgianmodernism

Anonymous mid century house that I really liked #b

Anonymous mid century house that I really liked #belgianmodernism

More tiles in the entrance hall of the house for a

More tiles in the entrance hall of the house for a doctor by #andrépiérard (see previous post) #1960s #belgianmodernism

The stuff dreams (at least mine) are made of: priv

The stuff dreams (at least mine) are made of: private house for a doctor by #andrépiérard. Lovely to meet and be shown around by original owner Francine (see stories) #1960s #belgianmodernism

Love the use of tiles on this facade #emiledenil #

Love the use of tiles on this facade #emiledenil #1930s #belgianmodernism

Beautiful stairwell detail at #villaberteloot by #

Beautiful stairwell detail at #villaberteloot by #geohenderick #1920s #belgianmodernism

Inside #rogerhomez his own home, which has remaine

Inside #rogerhomez his own home, which has remained almost entirely untouched since the 50s (recounted to me by his widow, who’s still living there) - truly a magical place. Sideboard designed by the architect, just like almost every other piece of furniture in the house #1950s #belgianmodernism

An absolute dream tbh. Felt like this should be on

An absolute dream tbh. Felt like this should be on the Côte d’Azur instead of on the border of Brussels. But lucky for me it’s Brussels! Own home of #rogerhomez #1950s #belgianmodernism

Garden side of the absolutely stunning own home of

Garden side of the absolutely stunning own home of #paulramon - very much California vibes, apart from the weather #1950s #belgianmodernism

No better way to start the years than with tiles 🥰! Wonderful mid century apartment block with the best details, unfortunately that’s all I know #belgianmodernism

The spirit of the 50s is alive and kicking in Ande

The spirit of the 50s is alive and kicking in Anderlecht #vanlaethem #1950s #belgianmodernism

I had this playground saved (if I remember correct

I had this playground saved (if I remember correctly) after the exhibition #architectsatplay @civabrussels cause it reminded me of #groupludic
This one is by #jefdegryse from 1960 and although quite run down, I still love the concept and playfulness he achieved with concrete

Anonymous but gorgeous #belgianmodernism

Anonymous but gorgeous #belgianmodernism

I’ve posted before about how I love @kopvzw’s

I’ve posted before about how I love @kopvzw’s building but never showed this beautiful heating cover or stain glass window, so here you go! Still no info on the architect though unfortunately #belgianmodernism #1930s

Difficult to photograph but these stain glass wind

Difficult to photograph but these stain glass windows span three levels, very impressive #marcneerman #1930s #belgianmodernism

The wonderful former home of artist #rogerbonduel,

The wonderful former home of artist #rogerbonduel, designed by architect #paulfelix and with garden sculpture by #renaatramon #belgianmodernism #1950s

Cute tiles and woodwork inside Residence du Blekke

Cute tiles and woodwork inside Residence du Blekker #devroye #schaessens #belgianmodernism #1930s

Inside the apartment block next to the house I pos

Inside the apartment block next to the house I posted yesterday. These were part office / part housing for staff. Amazing original kitchen by #vandenberghepauvers #belgianmodernism #1960s

Former home of furniture makers #vandenberghepauve

Former home of furniture makers #vandenberghepauvers who worked with renowned designers like #willyvandermeeren #josdemey #jeanprouvé #gastoneysselinck #emielveranneman and many more. A piece of Ghent history and design legacy that was unknown to me until today #belgianmodernism #1960s

Mid-century doors of Brussels 😻 #belgianmoderni

Mid-century doors of Brussels 😻 #belgianmodernism #1950s #1960s

I’m a stairs girl and you know it; this one just

I’m a stairs girl and you know it; this one just blew my mind. Amazingly preserved too! SO beautiful! Architect unknown unfortunately #1930s #belgianmodernism

Stunning stained glass and just an overall beautif

Stunning stained glass and just an overall beautiful example of #artdeco #vanhavermaet #belgianmodernism #1930s

Although not the original colours (I think) on the

Although not the original colours (I think) on the door and garage, still absolute perfection if you ask me... phew! Own home of #josephvancoillie #1930s #belgianmodernism

Y’all know I love a good staircase #jangoos #fra

Y’all know I love a good staircase #jangoos #fransmasereel #isidoorvandewiele #1950s #belgianmodernism

House for sculptor #albertpoels (I just love that

House for sculptor #albertpoels (I just love that sculptural detail in the facade) by #eduardvansteenbergen #1920s #belgianmodernism

If you liked the confessional, then you’ll proba

If you liked the confessional, then you’ll probably love the altar - amazing tile work and colours overall! #gustaafvandamme #1930s #belgianmodernism

Even I’d make a confession or two here - chapel

Even I’d make a confession or two here - chapel by #gustaafvandamme #1930s #belgianmodernism

Around the corner from each other and clearly rela

Around the corner from each other and clearly related: great #1930s houses by #silvainsmis, one of my favourite seaside architects #belgianmodernism

Villa De Beir by #huibhoste, simply perfect #1930s

Villa De Beir by #huibhoste, simply perfect #1930s #belgianmodernism

A bit worn down but still a very remarkable exampl

A bit worn down but still a very remarkable example of #artdeco. My guess is the house number is original - I love it either way! #jeanpierrevandenhoute #belgianmodernism #1930s

Extremely exciting to get an up-close look at this