A renovated villa in perfect balance
Surrounded by the flourishing forests of Amerongen, the Netherlands, this home is deeply connected to its natural setting. The shifting tones of spring, summer, autumn and winter are subtly woven into the interior palette, allowing the villa to move in quiet rhythm with the landscape outside.
Once a hunting lodge and later a guesthouse, the property had long served as a private residence before undergoing a full renovation. With a new extension and a spacious lower ground floor, the home was expanded for contemporary living.
Step into this inviting and characterful home where every detail matters. The way the light falls, the space feels and everything simply works. With Basalte Home, this captivating home responds intuitively. No distractions. Just effortless comfort, allowing life to take centre stage.
atmosphere orchestrated with a single gesture
Beyond the pivot doors, the living space unfolds as one harmonious whole. A structural wall was transformed with pantry storage on one side and an illuminated wine cabinet on the other. The kitchen island with its marble-veined worktop stands in quiet contrast to darker oak cabinetry, while a solid oak dining table near expansive windows invites long, relaxed evenings.
Here, the Basalte Sentido design switch in beautiful bronze finish effortlessly orchestrates the atmosphere. With just a single gesture, the lighting shifts and ambient music starts playing. Intelligent technology remains invisible, creating comfort, clarity and ease without ever demanding attention.
hidden level in harmony with its surroundings
One of the home’s most surprising spaces lies below ground, opening directly onto the tranquil garden beyond. The custom-coloured lava stone resin floor anchors the space, while American walnut cabinetry shapes the kitchen. A dining table for eight, a lounge with four armchairs and a moss-green rug subtly echo the surrounding forest.
In brushed black, the Basalte Sentido design switch remains quietly present, bringing comfort and control without ever demanding attention. Because the best technology is the one you barely notice.
offering a calm retreat for effortless living
The upper floors host the family’s private quarters, where the master bedroom captures the calm comfort of a boutique hotel while remaining deeply personal. Soft textures and natural materials create a serene atmosphere, with woodland views gently framing the space.
In this bedroom where design meets stillness, the Basalte Sentido design switch in bronze adds intuitive ease, turning comfort into a feeling. The en-suite bathroom continues the sense of calm with an organically shaped bathtub and refined stone finishes, while a walk-through closet connects both spaces, forming a private retreat designed for comfort and intuitive living.
the vision behind the project
1. What makes this Basalte project unique?
Set among the forests of Amerongen, this renovated villa blends historic character with contemporary living. Once a hunting lodge and guesthouse, the home was transformed with a new extension and a spacious lower ground floor. Thoughtful architecture, natural materials and intuitive intelligent home technology from Basalte create a home that lives in harmony with its surroundings.
2. Which Basalte products were used in this high-end residence?
The home features the elegant Basalte Sentido design switch in bronze and brushed black finishes. As part of the Basalte Home ecosystem, Sentido allows residents to effortlessly control lighting, scenes and music with just a simple gesture.
3. How does Basalte Home enhance living in this luxury intelligent home?
Basalte Home seamlessly integrates lighting, music and other home functions into one intuitive experience. With the understated design, technology stays discreet while enhancing comfort and simplicity throughout the home.
4. What role did design and architecture play in this project?
Architect Appie Vos of Dutch Home Design reworked the layout and interior to suit the homeowners and the surrounding woodland. Through thoughtful spatial planning, custom elements and a careful balance of colours, materials and textures, he created spaces that combine refinement, comfort and a strong connection to the natural environment.