Francois Hannes and Tom Kneepkens undertook a highly refined renovation project of a Dutch Villa S2, harmoniously merging retro design with modern luxury. The architects drew inspiration from ’50s and ’60s design, creating a cinematic space with a strong character. Features include Geopietra stone cladding, wenge wood, steel, and luxury marble. The design emphasizes seamless integration between indoor and outdoor spaces, resulting in an atmosphere of timeless elegance and grand ambiance.

Retro Design with Modern Luxury
Francois Hannes and Tom Kneepkens transformed the villa with a vision that merges retro design with modern luxury. The architects drew inspiration from the ’50s and ’60s, infusing the villa with a cinematic, character-filled atmosphere. “I drew inspiration, among other things, from James Bond films of the ’60s,” said Hannes, emphasizing the villa’s cinematic look. Kneepkens added, “The 1950s and ’60s in America are my sources of inspiration, naturally reinterpreted for the present.”
Interior and Exterior Features
The interior of Villa S2 is characterized by wenge wood for customizations, solid steel, leather in the staircase, bar, and sliding doors, and luxury marble. The interplay of light with forms and materials creates a dynamic atmosphere. The exterior features an enclosed space on the street side and a wide opening towards the garden. Horizontal lines dominate, especially on the exteri...