Belgian architect Nicolas Schuybroeck brings understated Northern European glamor to the French Riviera; Cap d’Antibes in the Cí´te d’Azur.
From F. Scott Fitzgerald and Ernest Hemingway to Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, Cap d’Antibes has long been associated with a gilded crowd. Enter Belgian architect Nicolas Schuybroeck (an alumnus of the Belgian patriarch of understatement Vincent van Duysen) with his minimal concrete ‘S’ house, and the result is a bling so quiet you have to strain to hear it against the lull of the clear blue Mediterranean waters beyond.
Photography by Julien Clasessens and Thomas Deschamps via Yatzer.
Above: The single-story minimalist holiday home looks out onto the Mediterranean.
Above: With a neutral palette and natural materials, Schuybroeck creates warmth in a concrete house.
Above: Meticulous detailing allows the bedroom wall to run continuously from the interior to the exterior.
Above: Storage in the bedroom is concealed behind exquisitely detailed floor to ceiling doors.
Above: Concrete screed walls and flooring create a sculptured space.
Above: With minimalism, luxury comes down to the craft with which the structure is detailed and built.
Above: Natural daylight provided by a skylight above the shower adds to the sculptured effect of the space.
Above: Serenity at night.
Above: The simple plan of the house is one of shifting planes and fluid space.
Above: The simple elevation belies the luxury of the interior.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the article about?
The article is about a Belgian architect who designed a luxurious home on the Côte d’Azur
Who is the architect?
The architect is Lionel Jadot
Where is the home located?
The home is located on the Côte d’Azur in France
What is the style of the home?
The style of the home is a mix of traditional Belgian design and modern Mediterranean influences
What are some of the standout features of the home?
Standout features of the home include a rooftop infinity pool, a suspended fireplace, and a two-story brass staircase
Is the home available for rent or purchase?
There is no information in the article about the availability of the home for rent or purchase
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