To put it simply, when it comes to interior design, Belgians do it better. I have already written about Michel Lambrecht, now is time to introduce another Belgian Flemish fellow: Alex Vervoordt. If you haven't heard of him next time you are in Filigranes have a look at the interior designer book shelve, you will be surprised by the number of books you will find.....
A.V. is one of the world's most famous antiques dealers, collectors and interior designers based in Antwerp. Indeed he is so famous that any discussion of Belgian interior design starts and ends with his name.
He designed super residences for the world billionaires. Yet to me his style seems to be little focused on opulence and more hooked on simple, every day objects, fabrics and materials. Architectural Digest defined him as someone who "embraces an aesthetic that is remarkably accessible".
A.V. operates from Kanaal a former distillery complex and from the magnificent Castle of ‘s-Gravenwezel.
Currently there are a number of winter exhibitions in Kanaal till the end of the year. Otherwise, you can visit him in Brussels at the BRAFA (21-29 January 2012) or in Maastricht at the TEFAF (16-25 March 2012) or again in Brussels at the Art Brussel (19-22 April 2012).
All photos comes from Google images. More pictures can be found on A.V. website
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