Gift ideas for the holidays
Our selection of objects and experiences to slip under the tree: Belgian design, limited-edition pieces and places worth gifting.
Boxing Ring Lamp 081 by KØGE x Imprécis
Founded in 2023 by Hadrien Bindels, Belgian design label KØGE Design unveils the Boxing Ring Lamp 081, a minimalist lamp created in collaboration with Brussels-based architect Matthieu Doucet (founder of the label Imprécis and one of the co-founders of architecture studio Bim Bam Boum Studio).
Price: €1,250 incl. VAT
More information here.
A scented ceramic candle by Stan Editions
Belgian label Stan Editions presents its first scented candles. These new pieces complement its existing collection of vases, diffusers and the iconic modular CANDL STACKS candles.
Price: ceramic candles from €45 to €165.
More information here.
A piece from Sara Esther’s new numerology-inspired collection
To celebrate twelve years of creation, SARA ESTHER JEWELLERY unveils a new collection inspired by numerology, “What’s Your Number”.
Price: from €135 to €390.
More information here.
A nickel-finished mirror by Illus
Illus — the design label of Belgian interior architect Julie Thiers — expands its collection of mirrors, interior accessories and architectural hardware with new pieces and nickel finishes.
Price (excl. VAT): Georgette (with candle) €825, Béatrice (round) €905, Édie (rectangular) €655.
More information here.
A night at Hotel Julien in Antwerp
Housed in two 16th-century buildings renovated by interior architect Peter Ivens and interior decorator Bea Mombaers, Hotel Julien offers 21 rooms, a bar, a rooftop terrace and a wellness area.
Price: from €209 per night.
More information here.
A night at august in Antwerp
august, renovated by Belgian architect Vincent Van Duysen, offers 44 rooms and suites, a restaurant, a bar, a wellness centre and two gardens.
More information here.
A night at Paradis Apartment in Ostend
With a surface area of 97 m², Paradis Apartment in Ostend features two bedrooms and accommodates up to five guests. Its distinctive feature: it is fully furnished with a carefully curated selection of design objects and artworks – all available for purchase.
Price: from €310 per night.
More information here.
A meal at Meteor in Mechelen
Just 30 minutes from Brussels, chef Maarten Van Essche and his wife Tine Claerhout have created Meteor: a restaurant known for its sustainable, intuitive cuisine and carefully considered setting, where only local products are served.
More information here.
The richly illustrated Goya book
Pelckmans publishes the unique, richly illustrated catalogue accompanying the Europalia exhibition Luz y sombra. Goya and Spanish realism, presented from 8 October to 11 January at Bozar, Brussels.
Price: €44.50
More information here.
