Art Nouveau Elegance Meets Modern Living in a Pink & Green Apartment

Step inside this one-of-a-kind first-floor apartment, and an immediate sense of volume and light greets you. With soaring 3.55-meter ceilings, tall windows, and a charming bay window, the space glows from morning to evening, creating an airy, uplifting atmosphere that feels both grand and inviting.

This 1916 residence is a rare find: a seamless blend of original Art Nouveau craftsmanship, luxurious contemporary finishes, and cutting-edge sustainability. Every inch of the home has been thoughtfully reimagined to honor its history while embracing the future.

At the heart of the apartment, the light-filled living room opens effortlessly to a custom-designed kitchen, where timeless design meets everyday function.

Adding a touch of artful whimsy, a panoramic wallpaper from Cole & Son’s The Gardens collection spans the wall, depicting an idyllic landscape and giving the room a painterly focal point.

Throughout, restored Art Nouveau ceiling ornaments, custom Arras-painted doors, antique brass handles, and a smart home system controlling lighting and heating all speak to a renovation where beauty meets innovation.

A generous island anchors the space, topped with a sleek composite countertop and equipped with Siemens appliances, a Quooker tap, and extra-tall cabinetry for effortless storage. The warm color palette, Light Peach Blossom and Zen Garden, sets a soft, sophisticated tone.

Toward the rear of the apartment lies a master bedroom designed for quiet indulgence.
French doors open onto a southwest-facing balcony, bathing the room in afternoon sun.

The boutique-hotel ambiance comes alive in deep, moody tones of Invisible Green and Zanzibar, enriched by brass accents and a wallpapered ceiling that adds depth and texture.

The smaller room is perfect as a children’s room or a home office.

The centrally located bathroom is a true sanctuary of relaxation. Underfloor heating warms the elegant octagon-tiled floor, while a freestanding cast iron bathtub and walk-in rain shower invite indulgence.

A double marble vanity and handcrafted Art Nouveau tile from Jerusalem’s Balian Armenian Ceramics provide an exquisite finishing touch.

A separate powder room, complete with an antique sink and playful wallpaper, ensures comfort and convenience for guests.

This apartment is part of a visionary renovation by Cattenburg Vastgoed, inspired by the classical tale of Nephelokokkugia—Aristophanes’ mythical “cloud-cuckoo-land,” a city suspended between heaven and earth.

The apartment is listed for sale at Van Duinen Makelaars.