In the bathroom of our AW House project, three different materials and textures come together in an exciting composition: the dark grey clay bath tub (made by hand), the green 'Verde Picasso' marble used for the floors and walls, and the off-white linen curtains for a soft touch. .The green marbl...
In the primary bathroom of our AW House project, green 'Verde Picasso' marble forms a fascinating backdrop for the bespoke vanity in Msschelkalk stone..As the house is set in a lush garden, the green marble connects the interior with the surrounding nature, while the Walnut cabinetry adds a warm ...
The long sight lines at VD House make the house feel open, while keeping the spaces with different functions connected to eachother and the surrounding nature..Built in a beautiful location right next to Royal Antwerp golf club, this family home is designed for those who love indoor-outdoor livin...
At our 'VD House' project in Kapellen, large floor-to-ceiling windows open up the house to the lush gardens around. This blurs the lines between inside and outside, even when you are in your primary bathroom taking a relaxing bath. . This family home in Kapellen is currently on the market. Feel ...
The sun hitting the faade of the VD House, highlighting the sharp lines of the architecture..Set on a sprawling plot bordering the Royal Antwerp golf club, we designed this family home with long sightlines throughout, creating a strong connection with the nature around..Long bricks accentuate the...
The open kitchen at our Stradella project is designed as the heart of the house, with an extra-large kitchen island to gather around with family and friends..In the kitchen, the three key materials of the house come together: Travertine stone, patinated bronze and Oak veneer..The island is a bold...
Entrance hall details at our Stradella project in Los Angeles. Travertine walls continue from outside to inside, blurring the boundaries and forming a neutral backdrop for elegant millwork and furniture elements..Patinated bronze is used as a metal accent throughout the house, creating a harmonio...
Just outside of Antwerp, we're working on the remodeling of a grand mansion from the early 20th century. .Beautiful historical details are combined with new interventions to create contemporary comfort and make this a livable home for our clients. Millwork is currently being installed, as well as...
It's been a while since we've given you a video update of our office renovation progress, but we're here with a behind the scenes look of the first part of the works. .Follow the link in bio to see the choices we made for the 'office side' and why, and what it looked like when we moved in!.#diete...
One year ago around this time, we went to Los Angeles to put the finishing touches to our Bel Air project, 1055 Stradella. .We love the way the sunlight floods the primary suite, emphasizing the curved slatted walnut wall and bronze shelving. .#dietervandervelpenarchitects#saotaarchitects#davidma...
Brainstorm session with the team. To kickstart a new international project we're immersing ourselves in the location's culture and architectural history. Always a great source of inspiration..Love the energy of getting together with the team around a shared creative challenge! #dietervandervelpen...
Friday after work drinks have become a regular occurence at our new office, and maybe our custom designed bar cabinet has something to do with that. .This piece is part of our kitchen cabinet wall in Ziricote wood veneer, but is hidden behind the XL pivot door in one piece. Stainless steel bottl...