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LAYA - Renovation of a house for L. and Y.












This project involves the renovation of a neoclassical row house. Renovations of this typology often yield default interventions with predictable outcomes, which formed a trigger to deviate our approach in a number of key aspects.

The conception of the new loadbearing structure forms the spine of the design. Beyond its structural significance, it profoundly shapes the spatial experience of the interior. By placing the new structural beams laterally, the old layout is no longer discernible and the sense of width of the space is enhanced. The beams are intentionally left exposed, treated as decorative elements, embellishing the ceiling.
Two structural columns are visually inconspicuous and ambiguous in their function. While discreetly supporting the corners of the above facade, they also structure the space. One such column marks the centre of the square floor plan, anchoring the generous kitchen island as it fans out towards the garden. Its counterpart, positioned at the rear facade, determinates the subdivision of the facade-wide sliding window and the alignment of the outer corner of the (post-insulated and newly plastered) above rear facade. Together, the two columns bound the one quarter of the space that is not overbuilt and where the ceiling between the steel beams is fully glazed, allowing maximum entry of natural light.












The proportions of the renewed rear facade, with a transparent base and a more subdued appearance above, are meticulously calibrated to achieve an abstract geometry and a sense of harmony.

Regarding the intermediate floor, structural modifications were limited, preserving the main layout. Three smaller spaces that made up the former bathroom were unified, its window opening retained. In our search to accomodate a walk-in shower, full-sized bath, double washbasin and storage facilities, traditional spatial arrangements were challenged. A large tailormade combined bath and washbasin unit protrudes into the centre of the room, a triangular corner cabinet guides the user around it, alongside a shower demarcated by a curtain, thereby only taking up space when in use.















The carefully curated material palette – ranging from polyurethane bathroom finishes over eccentrically sanded stainless steel worktops, a lacquered load-bearing steel structure, polished concrete flooring and natural-coloured anodised aluminium exterior joinery to a mass-coloured facade plaster - orchestrates a symphony of shades of grey, serving as an ephemeral canvas for contemporary family life.

Custom furniture is strategically designed to guide natural circulation flows and punctually add vibrant colours, enhancing both functionality and visual appeal.




Location                Antwerp(BE)

completion              2023

client                  private

program                 Renovation of a rowhouse
architecture            i.s.m.architecten

interior architecture   i.s.m.architecten

photographs             Luis Dìaz Dìaz