Jutting out further than the lower levels, the top storey of this Dutch house almost floats above the property, making it appear like a stack of boxes. Glass, concrete and wood maintain a neutral palette that lets nature perform a starring role. Grey wood floors have been used throughout the house to enhance the raw, yet cosy atmosphere.

Situated on a small plot of land, the house packs in a vast open-plan living area and three bedrooms in a layout that lets plenty of light into each room. The open-plan ground floor leads to the bedrooms above, accessed by the raw concrete staircase. The wooden flooring, kitchen cabinetry and big glass windows introduce additional materials to the home, throughout the interior.

The minimal colour palette used in the interior reflects the home’s reverence for nature and its elements. The fireplace is cast with the same concrete as the staircase, adding a visual texture that contrasts with the grey oak flooring and walnut cabinetry.

Floors chosen for this home:

Living area: Oak Coast. This single-strip, stained oak floor features warm, earth tones pooled with stone grey hues. Each board is carefully brushed to enhance the natural character of the grain, while the ultra-matt lacquer finish effectively absorbs the light from the big windows.

Kitchen: Rock Oak. The stoney hued and carefully brushed oak boards of this single-strip, stained floor range in colour from earl grey to lowlights of creamy white. The matt lacquer finish eliminates glare while protecting the wood from daily wear.

Bedroom: Oak Twilight. This is a 3-strip, stained oak floor featuring warm, earth tones pooled with stone grey hues. Each board is carefully brushed to enhance the natural character of the grain, while the ultra-matt lacquer finish creates the impression of newly sawn timber.