My Houzz: Creative Living in a tiny apartment Amsterdam - Although the Amsterdam rented the house had lots of character, interior designer Rosa van den Kerkhof and Dirk van den Wijngaard transformed into a comfortable house that oozes personality. A combination of vintage pieces, new industrial furniture and mixed cultural treasures of their world travels gives this little house a fun and eclectic look, filled with light.
Houzz at a Glance
Who lives here Rosa van den Kerkhof and Dirk van den Wijngaard
Location Amsterdam
Size 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
Houzz at a Glance
Who lives here Rosa van den Kerkhof and Dirk van den Wijngaard
Location Amsterdam
Size 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
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Van den Kerkhof lived in the upstairs apartment nearly six years before it became available . The parquet and great elements of the apartment, including coaching marble fireplace and high ceilings, instantly attracted the couple. "There was also the central heating!" She laughs. "If you have ever spent a winter in a drafty old apartment high ceiling, the Netherlands, you know that this instant sale.
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The founder of her own interior design company, Nest studio, van den Kerkhof likes to mix different design styles. "An interior is an extension of your personality, she said. "I think it's boring to stay with one style.
This cognac leather armchair was a good find on the Dutch Marktplaats secondary site. Piles of arms reach magazines and a large ottoman turns the previously empty space between the dining and living rooms in a comfortable reading area.
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This cognac leather armchair was a good find on the Dutch Marktplaats secondary site. Piles of arms reach magazines and a large ottoman turns the previously empty space between the dining and living rooms in a comfortable reading area.
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in the lounge, the matched pair contemporary charcoal gray sofa with a chair vintage, graphic black and white carpet, and a set of textured cushions.
Van den Kerkhof studied theater design at the origin until she realized it was not good. The correlation between theater and home design led her to the world of interiors. "When designing theatere, you translate a story into a landscape, so it is quite similar to the design of an interior, except that it is more practical and sustainable form of design," she said.
Van den Kerkhof studied theater design at the origin until she realized it was not good. The correlation between theater and home design led her to the world of interiors. "When designing theatere, you translate a story into a landscape, so it is quite similar to the design of an interior, except that it is more practical and sustainable form of design," she said.
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'I like things that are used, which have a history in them, "said van den Kerkhof. "I think it improves the look and feel of a space.
This cream vintage leather chair was his first purchase Vintage and, to date, it is one of his favorite tracks.
Carpets: Ikea
Browse geometric designs
This cream vintage leather chair was his first purchase Vintage and, to date, it is one of his favorite tracks.
Carpets: Ikea
Browse geometric designs
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"Working in the interior design industry has certainly influenced my style," says van den Kerkhof. During his interior design studies, she worked in Baden Baden, the former showroom of Dutch designer Piet Boon emblematic, whose style combines modern elements with durable materials. "I learned a lot about the styling of my colleagues and was strongly influenced by the symmetrical style of Piet Boon. Since then I have tried to let that go a little to create my own style.
The Moroccan table top is a gift from her father, who has traveled extensively around the world.
The Moroccan table top is a gift from her father, who has traveled extensively around the world.
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Article chair vintage collector is another piece given to van den Kerkhof his father. When he was young, he accidentally painted without realizing its value. It is one of his favorite tracks - here it is paired with a raw stool cheap as it re-covered.
most recent purchase of the couple is their floor lamp Foscarini Diesel Fork, which adds a touch of chic to the utility room while adhering to contemporary lines.
shelving unit: Expedit Ikea
most recent purchase of the couple is their floor lamp Foscarini Diesel Fork, which adds a touch of chic to the utility room while adhering to contemporary lines.
shelving unit: Expedit Ikea
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Van den Kerkhof gave an antique french firm a new lease on life with anthracite gray paint and some new handles Zara Home. The piece now provides convenient storage for television couple.
The apartment features a warm color palette of black, gray and neutral, with the exception of a few well-placed bursts of color. 'I love gray combined with wood for a warm look, "she said.
The apartment features a warm color palette of black, gray and neutral, with the exception of a few well-placed bursts of color. 'I love gray combined with wood for a warm look, "she said.
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Low console is home to books, music, art, drinks and other favorite items the couple -. a funky lamp van den Kerkhof bought while working in Baden Baden
above the console, the display characteristics of the gallery framed works South African artist Marlene Dumas, a Matisse print, an art print Etsy and works from an art collection called "Ars Longa Vita Brevis" (translated: art is long, life is short ) Van den Kerkhof painted dog picture. when she was 15
above the console, the display characteristics of the gallery framed works South African artist Marlene Dumas, a Matisse print, an art print Etsy and works from an art collection called "Ars Longa Vita Brevis" (translated: art is long, life is short ) Van den Kerkhof painted dog picture. when she was 15
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Although the apartment does not offer much in the way of storage or space, the couple love their house for its authenticity and retailer of origin.
in the dining room, bright tangerine lamps draw up look, to the high ceilings, and focus on the beautiful original sash windows with stained glass retailer.
Pendant: Arne Jacobsen Louis Poulsen
in the dining room, bright tangerine lamps draw up look, to the high ceilings, and focus on the beautiful original sash windows with stained glass retailer.
Pendant: Arne Jacobsen Louis Poulsen
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Van den Kerkhof has carved a small work area in the corner of the apartment, which is where she does all her design work and meeting with clients.
The office chair was found abandoned on the side of the street near a trash bin. "It was dirty and old, and it has a paint mark on it. Most people would say it is rubbish, but I love
drawer unit: Alex, Ikea
The office chair was found abandoned on the side of the street near a trash bin. "It was dirty and old, and it has a paint mark on it. Most people would say it is rubbish, but I love
drawer unit: Alex, Ikea
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This past precious buffet most of his life living in van den Kerkhof parents. When she went to study, the firm went with it. Having undergone some facelifts, from white to deep red, her new pale gray hue and new handles are the perfect complement to the dining room.
In addition to the vintage buffet, a wooden tray is used as a base for a vase, a small book purchased during a week- end in Paris, brushes and pencils used during his studies, and a stone of his father gave him when she was young. An Ikea chandelier gives the height of the arrangement.
In addition to the vintage buffet, a wooden tray is used as a base for a vase, a small book purchased during a week- end in Paris, brushes and pencils used during his studies, and a stone of his father gave him when she was young. An Ikea chandelier gives the height of the arrangement.
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rental can be a limiting factor design, so the couple made the kitchen of their own by accessorizing with practical and pretty objects. chopping wood provide a soft touch against the walls in the kitchen with white tiles.
A single shelf holds a collection of blue and white porcelain decorative bowls, crisp white kitchen accessories and some of their favorite cookbooks.
A single shelf holds a collection of blue and white porcelain decorative bowls, crisp white kitchen accessories and some of their favorite cookbooks.
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Moroccan silver sugar pot and a cup are part of a set given to van den Kerkhof by his father. The correlation table top is in the living room. When his father was young, he worked on a boat and traveled extensively, collecting pieces along the way. Van den Kerkhof pairs these treasures with the utensil storage practice by the stove in the kitchen.
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Floor to ceiling curtains in a soft latte colored accent high ceilings of the room. Crisp white bedding is a soothing backdrop for a black contrasting suspension.
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The outdoor space comes with a heavy price tag in this part of the world, so that the pair were happy to have a balcony to enjoy warm weather.
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A comfortable sofa on the balcony overlooking the Dutch style of architecture charm which Amsterdam is famous.
"The area we live in is really nice, with lots of cafes and shops, and a food market on Saturday," v year den Kerkhof said.
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"The area we live in is really nice, with lots of cafes and shops, and a food market on Saturday," v year den Kerkhof said.
do you like this house? Tell us why in the comments below.