Villa for sale

Gerard Cools & Dirk Engelen modernist home

This exceptional modernist residence in Schiplaken brings together refined seventies architecture and a contemporary architectural vision by Dirk Engelen of B-bis architecten. Originally designed by architect Gerard Cools, the bungalow was carefully extended with great respect for its original identity and atmosphere. The result is far more than a renovation: it is a seamless architectural composition where past and present blend naturally together. Hidden among mature greenery, the mirrored volumes almost disappear into the surrounding landscape, creating a rare dialogue between architecture and nature. Inside, the warm timber ceilings, painted brick walls, original flooring and integrated bespoke cabinetry preserve the authentic soul of the original seventies home. Large floor-to-ceiling windows continuously connect the interior spaces with the wooded surroundings, filling the house with natural light and calmness. For the extension, B-bis drew inspiration from the intimate world of Veronique Branquinho, iconic Los Angeles seventies bungalows and the poetic photography of David Hamilton. These influences create a soft cinematic atmosphere defined by silence, texture and light. The sculptural spiral staircase inside the glass extension forms the architectural centerpiece of the home, offering panoramic views across the surrounding greenery and elevating this property into a truly timeless architectural living experience.