Out on the terrace, the kreon
wabi seamlessly combines
aesthetics with functionality.
The outdoor fixture features
an optimally shielded optical
system that maintains visual
comfort and illuminates the
ground surfaces.
Loyal partners
kreon has been a long-standing
partner of Dieter Vander Velpen.
From the drawing board, kreon
contributed to the design. The
renovated interior, inspired by
brutalism, boasts abundant
natural daylight. Combined
with quality lighting, the spaces
create an optimal working
atmosphere. It is an essential
component that harmonizes
both aesthetically and
functionally with the space.
The lighting is precisely
tailored to technical details
such as faucets and outlets.
An impressive wall serves as
a cabinet full of samples, with
the weathered bronze lighting
detail helping to highlight items.
The cabinet, which displays
new samples monthly, also acts
as a connecting point between
different zones of the office and
is accentuated by several kreon
holon 60 fixtures.
With a warmth of 2700K, the
lighting provides an inviting
glow, unique and distinct
from other offices, combined
with both pendant and fixed
The entire building, dating
back to 1919, was completely
stripped. The new office of
Dieter Vander Velpen Architects
was established on the second
floor. The industrial charm of the
building, with its raw exposed
concrete and original floors, was
preserved and forms an exciting
contrast with contemporary
interior elements. For example,
the molds of the candies will
soon add an artistic touch to the
foyer. The architecture firm also
cleverly utilizes this space as a
virtual showroom and source of
inspiration.
While the space pays homage
to the history of the building,
it also looks toward the future.
Thanks to roof and exterior
wall insulation, the building’s
energy performance has been
improved. Additionally, there are
plans for solar panels.
The highlights of the interior
are the carefully integrated
kreon fixtures. kreon holon 60,
in brushed aluminum, discreetly
illuminates the corridors and
kitchen. The minimalist design
also enhances the aesthetic
value of the building. In the
meeting room, the kreon
nuit profile, also in brushed
aluminum, ensures uniform
lighting, ideal for presentations
and meetings. For the
workspace, Vander Velpen chose
the kreon kagi profile, which,
thanks to asymmetrical optics,
provides optimal task lighting.
fixtures. Dieter was looking for
Belgian partners for the office’s
furnishing. Therefore, support
from kreon was evident. The
lighting is custom-made, often
based on standard models but
adapted to the specific needs
and desires of the architect.
The Vander Velpen touch in the
interior
The choice of this property
was based on its location, size
and the charm of the original
interior. Vander Velpen opted
for a vintage-inspired interior in
which various original accents
were preserved. The result is
an interior that emphasizes the
contrast between the industrial
style and luxurious elements.
Bronze and rust accents are
repeated in the sofas, in the
large wooden table in the office
space and in the lighting.
Dieter Vander Velpen
Architects blend old and new,
raw and refined, historical
and modern in the new
office building. Through their
collaboration with kreon, they
succeeded in creating a space
that embodies aesthetics,
functionality and innovation.
While the space pays homage to the
history of the building, it also looks
toward the future
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