Our iconic homes
HOTEL RIEZ
Brussels
The Riez Hotel is a perfect example of Art Deco in Brussels. Located in the maritime district, the exceptional preservation of this townhouse hotel, built in 1927, offers a perfect representation of a grand bourgeois residence from that era. The result of a collaboration between architect Dewin and designer De Coene, and built by the Ed. François companies (Hôtel Solvay, Résidence Palace, Villa Empain…), the decorative style of Art Nouveau and Art Deco is beautifully illustrated here with its stylized and often geometric shapes. Luxury and refinement are guaranteed.
The Cauchie House
Brussels
The Cauchie House, a masterpiece by Paul Cauchie, is one of the finest examples of Art Nouveau in Brussels (Etterbeek), located on Rue des Francs, on the edge of the Cinquantenaire Park. Built in 1905, it features an iconic and world-renowned sgraffito facade. The architecture of the facade, inspired by the Glasgow School, combines symmetry, verticality, and perfect geometry. This sets it apart from the floral line typical of Brussels’ Art Nouveau style. A complete renovation of this property will begin in 2025 and will span three years, ultimately offering an unparalleled visitor experience.
COUPURE GAND
Ghent
This large bourgeois house, built in 1866 along the Coupure, a canal excavated by a decree of Maria Theresa of Austria, underwent a meticulous renovation over a period of 3 years, now offering 4 prestigious apartments in a sought-after neighborhood. The renovation techniques focused on restoring the former splendor of this prestigious property. The previous occupants reflect the life of this neighborhood. It was successively occupied by a counselor at the Court of Cassation, the President of the Academy of Ghent, and his wife, the artist Anne De Weerdt (née Cogen), a pupil of Emile Claus and a Belgian luminist painter.
Villa Mélilots
Koksijde
In Koksijde, this cottage transports you back to what the Belgian coast was like in the early 1900s. A cottage in the dunes, built in 1907 by architect Gaston Lejeune in the Senegalese district, a perfect blend of freedom and unity. These picturesque cottages provided the ideal backdrop for enjoying the fresh, healthy air and taking a “sea thermal bath.” This neighborhood is now protected as an urban area, as is the villa Les Mélilots. This cottage underwent a major renovation, completed in 2023.
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