Villa Tervuren by Più studio: 1930s country house transformed into a characterful home with space to gather

In the green belt around Brussels (BE), interior design firm Più studio transformed a 1930s country house into a character-filled home designed for gathering. Beyond mere design and objects, it’s foremost a place created for treasured family moments. Every detail of the interior has been thoughtfully curated and refined. All spaces strike a delicate balance between privacy and connection, with framed views and renewed ties to the outdoors. The result is a villa with a captivating story, embodying both past and present.

After many years spent living in Asia as expats, a Belgian family with three young adult children returned home to a residential neighbourhood near Tervuren Park, in the green belt around Brussels. The grandeur of the 1930s villa – with echoes of British and French country houses – reflected the colonial style of the properties they had lived in abroad, offering a lasting reminder of their years overseas. The lush garden quickly captured their hearts, inspiring the affectionate name they gave their villa: Taman Hijau, Malay for ‘green garden’.

Surgically stripped and rebuilt
Più studio oversaw the renovation of this Brussels country house, once again showcasing interior architect Filip Tack’s distinctive approach. The project began with a reconfigured floor plan and a clear spatial organisation, shaped by the sun’s path and the residents’ daily routines. The villa was delicately stripped back – gently, respectfully, almost surgically – and then rebuilt. Its many rooms were retained, ensuring each family member had their own domain. Today, these spaces can still be closed off yet flow into one another, opening up striking sightlines and creating a sense of discovery as one moves through the house.

Because the home lacked a central gathering space, a new kitchen wing was added. This sleek wooden addition blends harmoniously with the 1930s brick architecture and its naturalstone plinth, while also providing generous connection to the garden. Another thoughtful touch: beyond the kitchen, other rooms in the villa were also furnished with cosy seating areas, allowing family members to create intimate corners throughout the house. Each space now adapts to different moments – whether cooking, dining, or reading. In the kitchen, extensive custom oak joinery and an authentic terracotta floor bring warmth and character. A small window tucked between the shelves frames the swaying branches of a willow tree, while the arched “Wunderkammer” cabinet subtly echoes the curve of the entrance. Every element reflects the care and intention behind this meticulously renovated family home.

The client’s style
​Filip Tack’s portfolio isn’t defined by a single, instantly recognisable signature. Instead, each project starts with a carefully considered floor plan that captures the essence of the home. From there, the Belgian interior architect explores the residents’ style, desires, and habits, translating them into a project that feels unique and deeply personal. In this case, Tack collaborated closely with the lady of the house. Her vibrant personality and love of tactile, welllived-in furniture are reflected in the bold mix of materials and the thoughtfully curated collection of furnishings and art. In the entrance hall, for instance, a Platner table sits beneath a MidCentury Gino Sarfatti pendant, alongside African wall textiles and an Indonesian sofa. Naturally, the CHLL one-seater and SRVM side table from Più objects – Tack’s own object line, launched earlier this year at the Milan Furniture Fair – feature as well. The result is a fascinating fusion of client and designer, where an existing collection of vintage and decorative pieces has been enriched with soulstirring additions. Among them: the Signal C1 pendant lamp by Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby in the kitchen; a Plana coffee table by Charlotte Perriand in the living room; the Flos “Snoopy” table lamp by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni atop a lowvintage cabinet; and Jeanneret chairs in the dining room. Together, these icons, unique finds, and carefully chosen details create a home full of personality and character.

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