"The daylight that enters the rooms makes the atmosphere almost poetic" — this is one of the reflections Vincent Van Duysen shared with us. In a world where external chaos often spills into private space, this Belgian architect and interior designer restores the home to its original essence: a refuge, a pause, a place to recharge. For several decades, he has embodied a purist, calming style deeply rooted in materials and in the tangible world.
An architecture of silence, an aesthetic of the essential
Vincent Van Duysen favours the authenticity of materials such as stone, wood, raw concrete, and natural textiles. His creations for brands like Molteni & C/Dada, Serax, and Flos are marked by a timeless, meditative aesthetic that invites contemplation. A Van Duysen interior is an invitation to serenity — a space designed for slowing down and mindful living.
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Elegance and comfort at the heart of his projects
Simplicity and balance are key to Vincent Van Duysen’s approach and are evident in several contemporary Belgian residences, notably in Antwerp, with a project that blends the atmosphere of a luxury hotel with the intimacy of a home. This apartment features a living area with a fully equipped open kitchen, opening onto a ± 9 m² terrace, partially enclosed to create a winter terrace with views of the Scheldt River. It includes a spacious bedroom and an en-suite bathroom.
Named Project Schelde 21, it also offers high-end amenities such as a restaurant, a wellness area with pool, sauna, fitness facilities, and concierge services including laundry and grocery delivery. But it is in Uccle that this architectural vision finds its most refined expression.
Uccle: a natural echo of this architectural vision
Located in the sought-after Observatoire district, this ±226 m² penthouse, surrounded by ±300 m² of terraces, occupies the top floor of a building designed by renowned architect Marc Corbiau. This exceptional property is elevated by the interior crafted by celebrated Belgian designer Vincent Van Duysen, a master of purism and timeless elegance. Every space bears his signature: clean lines, noble materials, and a perfect balance between functionality and aesthetics.
The entrance leads to a fully equipped kitchen on one side and spacious, modular reception areas on the other, thanks to sliding doors that offer unique flexibility. The night area includes an office, a master suite with dressing room and en-suite bathroom, and a laundry room that can be converted into a second bedroom with its own bathroom, according to the available plans.
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A Belgian signature of excellence
At Belgium Sotheby’s International Realty, we offer properties designed by Belgian creators such as Van Duysen, embodying excellence and authenticity; Axel Vervoordt with his elegant and understated wabi-sabi style; Hans Verstuyft with his refined minimalism; and Marc Corbiau with his elegant modernity.
Our mission is to support buyers in their quest for excellence and authenticity, helping them find places that resonate with their personality and aspirations.
