Insight
In depth information about Kanaal
Longreads, press articles, signature apartments, interviews and future developments
“Empire of the son”
An inside look at the Antwerp home of the son who is taking the helm of the design empire his father built.
"Disused Distillery Becomes the Antwerp Art Scene’s Newest, Biggest Thing”
The opening of the private arts center reinforces Antwerp’s resurgent reputation as a European cultural hub.
Stéphane Beel
Interview in 2010 with architect Stéphane Beel is responsible for the transformation of the Silos into homes. In this video below he shares his vision and experiences on the project
Michel Desvigne
Michel Desvigne Paysagiste is responsible for the landscape. In the interview in 2010, he explains how the industrial site Kanaal will be transformed into a green area. He clarifies how nature will be the element that both connects the different architectural developments and at the same time provides a balance. French spoken with English subtitles.
Axel Vervoordt Discusses His Much-Anticipated Kanaal Project
In these hectic times, we need a space which enables us to enjoy a balanced and exhilarating life to the full," Vervoordt says. "As a source of rest and energy, of inspiration and reflection, Kanaal will be the place that invites individuals to live a life true to their innermost being.
Landscape design
One of our main premises to develop a unique urban project was a completely new approach to landscape design.
A better integration of nature in urban developments is what we still consider as one of the key objectives.
The vision and concept
Catherine Rochtus
The Eagles Nest
A unique home on top of the Warehouses.
Respect for the existing volumes means that no formats are created by dividing wholes into smaller spaces. This makes certain areas retain their original dimensions, thereby the Pakhuizen offer a unique living experience.
John Porter
AD Magazine RUSSIA
AD Russia shows Arjaan De Feyters new offices at Kanaal and interviews him about the project, his move to the new site and what it added to his business.
Coussée & Goris interview
Coussée & Goris Architects give Escher, the Pakhuizen, the Waterhuis and the Artist studio's a new meaning. An interview from 2010 on Their approach of the conversion of the existing buildings.
"Architecture from the Soul“
Located within eight old silos converted into apartments by Axel Vervoordt Real Estate, Silo Apartment is one of the latest projects designed by Arjaan De Feyter in Antwerp.
Arjaan De Feyter
Taking advantage of the constraint generated by the circular form of the building, De Feyter conceived a home where the residents can live in a natural flow. The designer only added two walls in the space and the interventions were kept minimal so it would not impair the aura of the original site.
“We got a Turell at home"
In a new enclave outside of Antwerp, smart new apartments come complete with a dazzling array of contemporary art on their doorstep, says Caroline Roux.
“Ein neues Universum”
After several years of construction, Axel Vervoordt's “Kanaal” project was opened with various exhibitions. The site not far from Antwerp includes apartments, offices, facilities and exhibition space.
“A derelict distillery becomes a canalside arts centre”
What attracts you first is the range of arresting geometries: the cylindrical silos preserved alongside red brick rectilinear warehouses with 19th-century Gothic windows, set against the new clean, white cuboid apartment blocks. There are now 98 apartments, 30 offices and supporting facilities, and a multi-use auditorium, alongside the Vervoordt company’s offices, workshops and restoration facilities, showrooms and exhibition spaces.
Wie Axel Vervoordt eine Malzfabrik in Antwerpen in seine Traumstadt verwandelte
Axel Vervoordt spent two decades planning his Utopia near Antwerp: Kanaal is an ideal neighborhood that combines art and life - and celebrates retreat in a special way.
Kanaal, une archi XXL signé Axel Vervoordt
With his Kanaal, the prolific Axel Vervoordt signs the project of a lifetime. Works of art in concrete silos overlooked by contemporary apartments. From Anish Kapoor in an old malt house surrounded by greenery and small shops. Welcome to his village!
