Britsom Philips Designs the Villa VD Extension
Amy Duong — October 10, 2023 — Art & Design
References: dezeen
Belgian design studio Britzom Philips finished the Villa VD, which is an extension defined by its timber-clad build in Flanders. It is the latest addition to a small rural home with minimal design language and light-centric living areas. The home is found within a woodland in the village of Waasmunster with a thatched root on top.
The core of the home is retained and used it for the staircase, utility spaces, and bathrooms. Co-founder of Britzom Philips, Sofie Philips explains to Dezeen that "The existing house was a bourgeois interpretation of rural living, as was the style during the eighties. The reconversions aim to translate this rural aspect into a landscape-oriented design, by opening up the facades to the surrounding garden."
Image Credit: Britsom Philips
The core of the home is retained and used it for the staircase, utility spaces, and bathrooms. Co-founder of Britzom Philips, Sofie Philips explains to Dezeen that "The existing house was a bourgeois interpretation of rural living, as was the style during the eighties. The reconversions aim to translate this rural aspect into a landscape-oriented design, by opening up the facades to the surrounding garden."
Image Credit: Britsom Philips
Trend Themes
1. Timber-clad Home Designs - The use of timber cladding in home designs is becoming a popular trend, creating a natural and rustic aesthetic.
2. Minimal Design Language - Home designs incorporating a minimal design language are gaining traction, emphasizing clean lines and simplicity.
3. Light-centric Living Areas - Designs that prioritize light-centric living areas are on the rise, creating bright and airy spaces for residents to enjoy.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - The architecture industry can explore innovative ways to incorporate timber cladding in home designs, pushing the boundaries of sustainable construction.
2. Interior Design - Interior designers have an opportunity to embrace minimal design language, creating spaces that promote tranquility and balance.
3. Home Construction - With the focus on light-centric living areas, the home construction industry can develop innovative methods to maximize natural light in homes, enhancing the overall living experience.
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