JK House
JK House is a minimal home located in Sint-Martens-Latem, Belgium, designed by Simon de Burbure. Each material complements and strengthens the other, creating a sense of balance and cohesion. The overall effect is one of simplicity, softened by warmth and texture. The front façade prominently displays this trio—featuring a two-meter-wide front door made of afzelia wood, concrete volumes with plank-textured formwork, and a precisely aligned thatched roof. This façade is intentionally closed off, offering privacy with no visible distractions or views inside. Yet, beyond the entrance, the interior reveals a bright and open space. A striking staircase anchors the entrance hall, and a large revolving door adds to the home’s understated elegance. Inside, the design continues its minimalist approach.
White plastered walls dominate the space, providing a clean backdrop against exposed concrete beams and custom sapelli woodwork. A seamless terrazzo floor flows throughout the home, connecting each room without interruption. In the kitchen, the terrazzo floor blends into the central island, a bold design element that foregoes cabinetry in favor of a more sculptural presence. The warmth of the wooden cabinets contrasts with the minimalist island, while a floating shelf by the window invites casual moments, framed by views of the surrounding greenery. Large windows further enhance the connection to the outdoors, offering peaceful, unobstructed views and reinforcing the home’s atmosphere of calm and simplicity.