i29 + bedaux de brouwer architects clad dutch villa in all-black brick façades

bedaux de brouwer architects and i29 have collaborated on ‘outside in’, a generous villa in the netherlands, that blurs the lines between interior and exterior space. designed for a family of four, the spacious, single-story home allows for all rooms to be horizontally connected. its exterior is clad in all-black brick façades, which highlight the green natural surroundings, complete with large integrated planters and a lush green patio in the center of the living area.

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bedaux de brouwer architects and i29 have combined a purist design approach and modest materials to create a villa that has a luxurious quality, without being pretentious. while developing the house, the two architecture studios prioritized the harmonious integration of interior and exterior through a series of strategic design choices. first, a lush green patio has been placed in the center of the living area, while floor-to-ceiling sliding doors offer direct views and access to the surrounding garden and swimming pool.

on the outside, the villa is clad in all-black brick façades, combined with large glass openings and large planters with greenery integrated right at the frontside of the building. the home is characterized by a high level of transparency and many open views, but at the same time it feels private and protected by the lush green and smart arrangement in its layout. built for effective use of energy, the house features geothermal energy storage, a heat pump and solar collectors on the roof. ‘the goal was to connect the inside with the outside naturally,’ note bedaux de brouwer and i29.

the sober and pure material palette of the exterior continues inside the house as well, with large wooden surfaces applied throughout the space to connect different areas. cabinets, wardrobes, walls, sliding doors, and beds are made to measure, and of the same wood, following the architectural layout. in this way, architecture and interior design are brought into a seamless unity, resulting in a relaxed atmosphere of natural luxury.