"We first met 27 years ago while studying furniture making, so designing and making things has always been a natural part of our lives. Our home is really the result of years of making, experimenting, and slowly shaping the spaces around us into something that reflects who we are."
"Many elements in the house are custom-made or created by us, which makes the space feel very personal and full of stories."
"Our home reflects our curiosity and love for making things. It's not a perfectly styled space, but rather a place where ideas are constantly tested, projects appear and disappear, and where creativity is part of everyday life."
Margriet and Elmar, who met while studying furniture making 27 years ago, have created a distinctive three-bedroom home in Almere, The Netherlands that serves as both a residence and creative workspace. The house features numerous handmade elements throughout, including a colorful wooden block wall installation and custom furniture pieces. The couple runs a wooden toy webshop from an attached studio while raising their two sons. They deliberately added vibrant colors and bold design combinations to transform the originally beige space into a dynamic environment. Their home reflects their philosophy that creativity is integral to daily life, with projects constantly evolving and ideas being tested in their living spaces.
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