Visit this unique space during the open viewing on 06/12 Hessenstraatje 3, 2000 Antwerpen

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In a charming, traffic-free street between the Eilandje and the historic centre of Antwerp, you will find this extraordinary loft of approx. 220 m². A unique space where living, creating and professional working come together in an impressive architectural setting. This rare property is part of the award-winning Beyenkorf loft project, and was completely redesigned in 2008 by the renowned BULK architectural firm – a personal friend of the owner, who was given complete carte blanche. A refined update followed in 2020. The loft concept has been radically extended here: a pure loft without internal walls, an open play of volumes, light and level differences. The space is divided over three levels: an open ground floor with impressive ceiling height, a steel split-level inspired by shipbuilding – ultra-thin floorboards and visual lightness – and a characterful basement from 1800, hidden under a building from 1933. As there was initially no daylight in the basement, a split-level was deliberately created that draws light deep into the space. On the ground floor, modules provide character: an original sanitary unit by Charlotte Perriand designed for Les Arcs 1800 and a custom-made sleeping unit, both movable. Throughout, steel windows with safety glass and scissor gates provide an industrial look with comfort. The basement is impressive: original vaults, cast iron columns and a gastronomic kitchen that will delight any gourmet. With an Everhot 60 stove with hob and 2 ovens, a teppanyaki, 2 gas burners and 2 induction hobs, a steam oven and a plate warmer, this is the beating heart of the loft. A guest toilet, extra flushing room and storage space complete the whole. The technical equipment is top-notch: camera surveillance, underfloor heating, two air conditioning units on the ground floor, and two ventilation systems (type D+ with unit in the crawl space, and type C in the technical storage room at the top left). Extras: private entrance along the street and via the parking lot, communal bicycle shed, outdoor storage room, two indoor storage rooms and a private parking space (available for purchase for €45,000). An exceptional loft for those who uncompromisingly choose vision and comfort.