After thousands of pictures taken in and around the city I finally decided to open my website dedicated to anyone from tourists that wish to know more about the major attractions of the city to the long time resident that wants to rediscover Brussels and some of its lesser known treasures. More →
Le Botanique or the Former Botanical Garden Since 1983, this complex hosts the Cultural Center of the French-speaking Community of Brussels and Wallonia. It was built in 1826-29 by T.-F Suys and P.-F. Gineste. The monumental structure is typical of XVIllth century orangeries: a central rotunda with a wing on each side, each ending on [...]
The originally neoclassical Cohn Donnay house built in 1841 was redone using the Art nouveau style in 1904 by architect Paul Hamesse. His remarkable changes to the façade were limited to the elegant bow-window and the balcony above it. Inside, he tastefully designed furniture which was perfectly integrated with the architecture. Entrance hall, billiard and [...]
