This spacious contemporary villa in the Lyceumkwartier neighborhood of Zeist was built in an attractive modern style with a nod to classic style features. DENOLDERVLEUGELS was responsible for the design of the villa and the surrounding garden.

The villa is characterized by strong horizontal lines and generous glass surfaces that connect the interior and exterior spaces. Large floor-to-ceiling glass surfaces with sliding doors provide barrier-free access to the garden and roof terraces. The villa appears spacious and transparent, making optimal use of its setting in the wooded garden. The traditional zinc hipped roof and the use of warm materials connect with the history of Zeist and its surroundings.

The facing brick used is a hand-molded brick in the "Hilversum format," in which the full butt joint is kept to a minimum and the ribbon joint is applied slightly recessed. This creates the characteristic horizontal lines in the brickwork that match so well with the horizontal lines of the awnings and roof edges.

The garden is designed as an extension of the house. The house is slightly elevated, and the spacious terraces provide a seamless extension of the living space. They are largely covered by free-hanging awnings, allowing you to enjoy the outdoors even in bad weather. During sunny periods, the awnings provide the necessary shade, allowing for large glass surfaces. The garden surrounds the house with clean-lined terraces and walkways. Towards the edges of the garden, the vegetation takes on freer forms, providing a lush green and wooded view from the house. Sophisticated house and garden lighting completes the overall experience.