Living in the city offers a series of advantages: public transport, proximity to amenities, schools and work places, museums, sports centres, restaurants, etc. The city attracts an increasing number of young people, as well as the elders who return after having lived in the countryside or quiet suburbs for decades.

This book presents a series of recently renovated and remodelled urban residences: majestic master houses that are restored to their original glory, as well as contemporary island houses, exclusive villas, and new apartments, lofts and penthouses.

This book presents a series of recently renovated and remodelled urban residences: majestic master houses that are restored to their original glory, as well as contemporary island houses, exclusive villas, and new apartments, lofts and penthouses.

A similarity lies in this range of diversified works: the inspirations of architects, interior designers and the residents into a spatial unity, serenity and quality of life that are reflected in the structure of each house, and in the selection of materials and colours.

This publication serves a source of inspiration for those who currently reside in the city, or are aspiring to purchase or rent a house to soak in the glorious sights and sounds of city life.

Preface

CHAPTER I : CONTEMPORARY CITY HOUSES

The Reflection of a Modern Way of Life

A Collection of Contemporary Art

Pure Beauty

The Profound Transformation of an Old City House

Art and Design in a Contemporary Urban Dwelling

CHAPTER II : CLASSICAL INSPIRATION

Subtle Equilibrium

A Brussels Style Master House

A Historical Conservation

A Contemporary Touch

A Beautiful Story of The 1930s

CHAPTER III: APARTMENTS, LOFTS AND PENTHOUSES

To Live Rather Than Reside

A Transparent House with a View of Graz

A Strong Feel of Space

A Sober Harmony

Refuge of an Art Collector

A Minimalist Loft in Antwerp

Photography Credits