Renovation of a Veluwe Farmhouse

The intervention centers on reopening what was once a closed, introverted building. Where the farmhouse's rear used to be solid brick, it now opens fully toward the surrounding fields through a tall glazed facade, linking the living room and adjoining study to the changing seasons outside.

Inside, the former stable area has become the social heart of the house: a monumental kitchen built around a large island, positioned to catch daylight from the new openings. The original roof trusses have been retained and restored, keeping the building's agricultural history visible alongside new oak, plaster and steel detailing.

The extension, finished with a traditional thatched roof, adds volume without disturbing the farmyard's existing balance. A new oval dining table anchors the space, while carefully composed views from the entrance hall draw the eye straight through to the garden beyond.