Born into a family of gardeners, Geert Voets has always had a very special interest in all things green. Straight after his studies at the Horticultural College in Leuven, he set up his own company, “Tuinmakers“. The garden architect’s house and offices are embedded in luxurious greenery, which naturally was the first source of inspiration. No doubt about it: whoever lives here has an eye for detail. [...]
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Sandcastle moored in the dunes
11.06.2010In the dunes of the Belgian coast, architect Koen Steenkiste built a house that immediately evokes the image of a boat. This resemblance sprang from the irregular shape of the building plot. The location against the side of the dune also offered the opportunity of constructing a cellar with a garage. [...]
Portrait of Garden Designer Rik Hiergens, Belgium
25.05.2010Garden designer Rik Hiergens lives in an old house next to the school of Zeveren. It used to be home to the sisters of the order who founded the school. The house has been refurbished with great sensitivity and respect and provided with tall windows that give the impression of drawing the long garden behind it indoors. Terca pavers dominate the exterior, continue here and there in the entrance area to the house and illustrate Rik Hiergens’ fascination with the fusion of indoor and outdoor spaces. [...]
