Dieter Vander Velpen

It's been a joy to see the construction of the kitchen cabinet wall in our new office space over the past few weeks, while we've been working already in the adjoining room. It's still a work in progress, but here's a little video showing the 'making of'! The large cabinet wall is composed of different 'blocks' clad in a stunning Ziricote wood veneer from Brazil. Each block is a stand-alone piece not touching the ceiling, and houses a different function: kitchen appliances, a cooking niche, storage and the piéce de resistance: our built-in bar! #dietervandervelpenarchitects . Video: @studio.zoetrope

Looking forward to a visit to "Villa Braeckman" this weekend. The wonderful owner is an exquisite host who loves to cook and bring people together and we look forward to enjoying their hospitality. ⁠ . ⁠ Getting to experience the homes we designed after the clients have moved in is such a wonderful thing to see! .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #dietervandervelpenarchitects⁠ .⁠ picture by @patriciagoijens

A glimpse of the custom headboard in the primary suite in 'Chateau VDLF'. The dark oak and intricate bronze details contrast nicely with the custom cabinetry of the closet wrapped in Belgian linen in slender dark oak frames.⁠ ⁠ In the whole project, we've embraced the concept of treating millwork as a statement piece rather than just built-ins. Because of this, the suite has a sense of openness, connecting the bedroom, dressing area, and bathroom.⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #dietervandervelpenarchitects⁠ .⁠ Photo by @patriciagoijens

When we say the second part of our office is still a work in progress, we're not exaggerating. ⁠ .⁠ Some behind the scenes shots of the kitchen millwork being installed. ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #dietervandervelpenarchitects⁠ .⁠ Pictures by @patriciagoijens

A look at the hallway and central staircase of Chateau VDLF. We wanted the original staircase to take center stage in this room so we stripped back the nineties carpet and murals to make the staircase shine. ⁠ .⁠ The flooring was replaced with a reclaimed Carrara marble floors that were in line with the DNA of the historical home. ⁠ . ⁠ #dietervandervelpenarchitects⁠ .⁠ . ⁠ Picture by @patriciagoijens

An ode to beautiful Belgian linen, and keeping old factory floors. ⁠ . ⁠ It hasn't been easy to keep the old tiled floors in our office, but even with all its faults, we're glad we did. The beautiful linen curtains from @verilinbelgium add a cosy touch, improve acoustics and provide us with some privacy in our big open workspace.⁠ . ⁠ #dietervandervelpenarchitects⁠ . ⁠ Photo by @patriciagoijens

The dining area at Chateau VDLF is made for entertaining. ⁠ The main living spaces were made to fit their lifestyle with this big organic dining table that seats up to 14 people. ⁠ .⁠ The shape provides a contemporary element in the historical setting that creates a balance between old and new. The upholstered chairs add a cosy touch.⁠ . ⁠ #dietervandervelpenarchitects⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ Picture by @patriciagoijens

Cheers to the weekend!⁠ .⁠ A close up of the bar at 1055 Stradella, where the slatted oak wood, rounded travertine bar and bronze come together and make a cozy corner in the open living space where you can entertain family and friends. ⁠ . ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #dietervandervelpenarchitects #saotaarchitects #davidmamandesign⁠ .⁠ Picture by @patriciagoijens

A look behind the scenes of the recent visit to our Mumbai project where we are working on an extraordinary 1500 m2 apartment on the 45th floor with @oberoirealty. . Looking forward to seeing this special project come to completion! . . . #dietervandervelpenarchitects

Another shot of the bathroom at Chateau VDLF.⁠ . ⁠ The freestanding bath tub is placed against a marble wall, with a double shower on the other side. Carrara marble mosaic floors run throughout the bathroom, into the walk-in shower behind this wall.⁠ .⁠ On the ceiling we introduced a classic moulding detail, blending the contemporary lines of the bathroom with the authentic details in the historical chateau.⁠ .⁠ #dietervandervelpenarchitects⁠ .⁠ Photo by @patriciagoijens

Spring has been a bit flakey here in our part of the world, so here's a sunset shot of the seating area at our '1055 Stradella' house in Los Angeles, to remind us that sunnier times are around the corner.⁠ .⁠ The whole project is defined by the symbiosis of 3 materials: wood, natural stone and bronze. This curated selection of materials and their different treatments create a layered but harmonious material palette. This sets a refined and warm tone from the moment you step through the door.⁠ #dietervandervelpenarchitects⁠ #saotaarchitects #davidmamandesign .⁠ .⁠ Picture by @patriciagoijens⁠

Thank you for all your reactions on the stories about the installation of the library island yesterday. Here's a closer look at the finished piece!⁠ .⁠ We really wanted to build a piece of furniture that was the crown jewel in our open workspace. The lacquered burl wood island was inspired by vintage boat and car interiors.⁠ . ⁠ The piece of furniture came out better than we dreamed thanks to the meticulous eye of both our team and the craftspeople who built it. We handpicked the burl wood veneer in the vast offer @decospan, the experts at @lakkerijvergote made sure the high gloss finish was just right and the skilled carpenters @luyten_interiolizers worked on this complex piece for 3 weeks in their atelier.⁠ .⁠ The island will be a place where we can gather with clients and coworkers to brainstorm and lay out materials, a piece to inspire future projects.⁠ . ⁠ #dietervandervelpenarchitects⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ Photo by @patriciagoijens