Perched on a hillside, on a quiet street in Forest, this Art Nouveau masterpiece stands watch in silence. Glazed bricks, a semicircular balcony, and plant-inspired ironwork—it’sArt Nouveau at its most playful, far from the hurried gaze of passersby.
A facade unlike any other
Here, there’s no rigid symmetry or straight lines. Architect Arthur Nelissen clearly indulged his creativity: the facade undulates, materials blend together, and details abound. Built for himself in 1905, this house is not merely a place to live… It’s a declaration of love forfree-form architecture. Every nook and cranny seems to want to capture the light, catch the eye, and tell a story. It embodies everything we love about the Brussels version of Art Nouveau: controlled whimsy, a confident mastery of ornamentation, and that extra touch of madness.
An Art Nouveau masterpiece to add to your strolls
It’s not open to visitors, no. But it can be admired just fine from the sidewalk.
Tucked away onAvenue du Mont Kemmel, just a stone’s throw from Duden Park, it’s well worth the detour, especially in the late afternoon, when the ceramics take on a golden glow.
It’s the kind of spot you like to share in hushed tones—with curious friends or Sunday strollers—a hidden house, a dazzling facade, and a little corner of Brussels where Art Nouveau reveals itself… without making too much of a fuss.
What if this facade became your next excuse to explore the city in a different way?
