Hidden within a park garden in the green belt around Brussels, we designed and realised a pavilion as a place for connection and quiet reflection. A multifunctional programme, a close relationship with nature and a refined design with an equally pared-back material palette converge here in subtle serenity. The result is a unique space, thoughtfully and skilfully attuned to the lives of its inhabitants.
2026
Garden Pavilion - Belgium
Garden Pavilion - Belgium
This project offered an exceptional setting. In the heart of a distinctive park garden, we conceived a multifunctional garden pavilion. Yet this context brought with it several complex constraints: monumental trees, the relationship to the main house, an irregular site with damp ground conditions, and the way sunlight and natural light enter the pavilion from back to front. We designed a compact volume that brings together relaxation, work and overnight stays in seamless connection with nature. Panoramic sliding windows that wrap around the corners even blur the line between interior and landscape.
A gentle transition between garden and architecture
The first step inside involves a subtle change in level. By placing the garden pavilion on a plinth, we were able not only to accommodate the uneven terrain but also to create an experience unfolding in stages. The gradual entrance thus forms a soft transition: not only does daily routine remain outside, but muddy shoes do too. Inside, the interplay between horizontal and vertical lines – the tall trees versus the wide pavilion, echoed in the interior choices – creates an unexpected sense of harmony. The materiality reinforces this coherence. Natural materials in varied textures, such as wood and natural stone, extend from exterior to interior within a minimal yet engaging setting that invites calm and contemplation.
The first step inside involves a subtle change in level. By placing the garden pavilion on a plinth, we were able not only to accommodate the uneven terrain but also to create an experience unfolding in stages. The gradual entrance thus forms a soft transition: not only does daily routine remain outside, but muddy shoes do too. Inside, the interplay between horizontal and vertical lines – the tall trees versus the wide pavilion, echoed in the interior choices – creates an unexpected sense of harmony. The materiality reinforces this coherence. Natural materials in varied textures, such as wood and natural stone, extend from exterior to interior within a minimal yet engaging setting that invites calm and contemplation.
A multifunctional pavilion
The carefully considered layout of the garden pavilion – with the kitchen to the right, the seating area to the left, and a bathroom in between – allows the compact outbuilding to be used in multiple ways. The pavilion is a place where friends can stay, where meals are prepared and shared, and where tranquillity returns. Thanks to two cleverly positioned sliding doors, the seating area can also transform into a private workspace with room for a screen, making team meetings possible. Storage and technical installations were integrated into bespoke carpentry, enabling them to discreetly fulfil their function out of sight. Through thoughtful and skilful craftsmanship, we were able to tailor the entire pavilion down to the smallest detail to the wishes and rhythm of its inhabitants. The ensemble is completed with a carefully curated selection of vintage furniture – a passion of the client – which lends the project a personal and intimate character.
The carefully considered layout of the garden pavilion – with the kitchen to the right, the seating area to the left, and a bathroom in between – allows the compact outbuilding to be used in multiple ways. The pavilion is a place where friends can stay, where meals are prepared and shared, and where tranquillity returns. Thanks to two cleverly positioned sliding doors, the seating area can also transform into a private workspace with room for a screen, making team meetings possible. Storage and technical installations were integrated into bespoke carpentry, enabling them to discreetly fulfil their function out of sight. Through thoughtful and skilful craftsmanship, we were able to tailor the entire pavilion down to the smallest detail to the wishes and rhythm of its inhabitants. The ensemble is completed with a carefully curated selection of vintage furniture – a passion of the client – which lends the project a personal and intimate character.
Architect: Joep Debie
Photos: Thomas De Bruyne
Photos: Thomas De Bruyne
