Home for Life sits in Ghent, Belgium, as a compact house for a retired couple by architect Karel Verstraeten. The single-storey home arranges daily life across an accessible plan, then tucks a small loft under the gabled roof for visiting grandchildren. Warm timber surfaces, generous circular windows, and chimney-like roof volumes keep the mood domestic and bright while the layout quietly anticipates future care.
OYO has renovated a home into the Dune House in Ghent, Belgium. Designed in 2021, the project includes a sustainable approach with a ground water heat pump and solar panels. Key features include a raised roof edge and sleek black-stained wooden planks. The half-embedded structure preserves the historical character while integrating modern comfort, providing an oasis with geothermal cooling and smart storage solutions.
Nestled in the historic heart of Ghent, Belgium, the Miel & Eline house by Atelier Vens Vanbelle is a remarkable example of modern architecture seamlessly blending with the area’s rural past. Designed in 2023, this renovated house and former pub-stable complex showcases a thoughtful balance of old and new, preserving the building’s unique character while adapting it to the residents’ contemporary lifestyle.