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Brutalist Duplex Apartment: A Revival by Studio Okami

Modern interior with concrete walls, a spiral staircase, and minimalist furniture.

Discover Studio Okami‘s exquisite transformation of a duplex apartment, nestled in Antwerp, Belgium’s iconic Riverside Tower. This 2021 project reimagines brutalist design, blending rough concrete textures with a soft peach palette, creating a single-bedroom loft that doubles as an art showcase. Every detail, from the bespoke kitchen island to the pivot windows, harmonizes form with function, offering a unique living space that’s both a home and a canvas for creativity.

Well: Transforming a Belgian Home into a Modern Marvel

Modern kitchen with sleek cabinets, dining area, and garden view.

Amidst the urban landscape of Mortsel, Belgium, stands Well, a single-family home with a story of transformation. This property, originally a multi-family dwelling, was reimagined by Memo Architectuur in 2023 into a modern, industrial sanctuary.

The renovation, driven by a desire for natural light and space optimization, honors the building’s heritage while infusing sustainable and aesthetic elements. Once a dilapidated structure, Well now showcases the perfect blend of functionality and design, offering a unique living experience in the heart of the city.

Warm Nest: A Trailblazing Therapeutic Space

Warm Nest: A Trailblazing Therapeutic Space

Explore Warm Nest, Ark-Shelter‘s innovative healing facility in Knokke-Heist, Belgium. Merging modern, wooden design with the Maggie care philosophy, it redefines therapeutic architecture. Created with a focus on patients’ diverse needs, Warm Nest offers brain-healthy spaces amid nature, emphasizing sustainable design for future wellbeing.

This sanctuary is more than a building; it’s a holistic approach to healing, blending architectural elegance with compassionate care.

KAP Turnhout: Elegant Apartments in a Revived Monastery

KAP Turnhout: Elegant Apartments in a Revived Monastery

KAP apartments in Turnhout, Belgium, artfully transform a historic monastery into a modern living haven. Designed by Britt Van Namen, these residences retain the monastery’s classical beauty – high ceilings, majestic glass surfaces – while infusing contemporary architectural elements. The design highlights include an LED-lit kitchen hidden within a cupboard wall and a master suite graced with original church windows. Here, history intertwines with modern luxury, offering an unparalleled living experience.