Discover a colourful interior in eclectic style
Design á la Rietveld
Talking about unique homes, the house of Marlous and her family is definitely one of them. It was designed by one of Rietveld’s students. You can see the iconic colours boldly appear on the outside but they can also be found inside. They have lived here since 2018 – in the midst of the Bennekom woods – and together they have given the house a super cool, eclectic touch. Marlous describes her interior as follows: “It’s a colourful diversity of objects that have stolen my heart over the years.” The pink Artifort settee is an eye catcher in the living room which is definitely one of her favourites.
Talking about unique homes, the house of Marlous and her family is definitely one of them. It was designed by one of Rietveld’s students. You can see the iconic colours boldly appear on the outside but they can also be found inside. They have lived here since 2018 – in the midst of the Bennekom woods – and together they have given the house a super cool, eclectic touch. Marlous describes her interior as follows: “It’s a colourful diversity of objects that have stolen my heart over the years.” The pink Artifort settee is an eye catcher in the living room which is definitely one of her favourites.
Treasure Hunter
What kind of items are essential in an eclectic interior? Exactly: vintage items. “I’m a compulsive treasure hunter,” explains Marlous. “I don’t go to the beach with a metal detector, but discover my treasures in the second-hand market.” In the living-room, most of the finds are exhibited in a display case and a small wall cabinet. She first fell in love with vintage items when she moved to her own place in 2001. “I started collecting works of art like etchings, paintings and ceramics at a relatively young age. Later my instinct for second-hand treasures was added to this!”
What kind of items are essential in an eclectic interior? Exactly: vintage items. “I’m a compulsive treasure hunter,” explains Marlous. “I don’t go to the beach with a metal detector, but discover my treasures in the second-hand market.” In the living-room, most of the finds are exhibited in a display case and a small wall cabinet. She first fell in love with vintage items when she moved to her own place in 2001. “I started collecting works of art like etchings, paintings and ceramics at a relatively young age. Later my instinct for second-hand treasures was added to this!”
“I’m a compulsive treasure hunter”.
Classic meets modern
Years ago, Marlous discovered a reproduction of the rare Crying Boy by Giovanni Bragolin. The image was very faded and quite expensive for a second-hand item, so she decided not to buy it. She later very much regretted this, until she spotted the same image in an IXXI. That couldn't be a coincidence! “Perhaps this Crying Boy reminds me of my own children. I’ve changed into a big softie since I've become a mother. I think the idea of such a kitsch image on a unique display like IXXI is a wonderful combination,” says Marlous. “It is hanging in the area where we spend most of our time: above the dining table. That means I can glance at him often.”
Years ago, Marlous discovered a reproduction of the rare Crying Boy by Giovanni Bragolin. The image was very faded and quite expensive for a second-hand item, so she decided not to buy it. She later very much regretted this, until she spotted the same image in an IXXI. That couldn't be a coincidence! “Perhaps this Crying Boy reminds me of my own children. I’ve changed into a big softie since I've become a mother. I think the idea of such a kitsch image on a unique display like IXXI is a wonderful combination,” says Marlous. “It is hanging in the area where we spend most of our time: above the dining table. That means I can glance at him often.”
