Single-Family House in Bonlez by LRARCHITECTES

Nestled in the picturesque village of Chaumont-Gistoux, Belgium, the Single-Family House in Bonlez by LRARCHITECTES is a refined example of contemporary residential architecture that harmonizes with its natural surroundings. Completed in 2017, this 173 m² home is designed on a sloping site, transforming the constraints of topography into a defining architectural feature.

The project takes full advantage of the terrain by introducing half-levels, creating a seamless spatial continuity between indoor and outdoor living spaces. The land itself has been sculpted into terraces and slopes, echoing the rhythm of the interiors. The result is a dynamic dialogue between the built form and the landscape, where each garden sequence serves a unique function in relation to the home.

Integration of Living Spaces with Nature

The kitchen and dining area open directly onto a sunlit terrace and herb garden, encouraging a lifestyle rooted in outdoor living and seasonal rhythms. Just below, the living room connects to a vegetable garden and a natural swimming pool, offering sweeping views of a wilder garden dotted with fruit trees. This thoughtful orientation ensures that every space within the house enjoys a strong visual and functional relationship with the surrounding landscape.

Architectural Form and Spatial Transparency

Anchored firmly to the ground, the house adopts a polygonal form that radiates outward, responding to multiple orientations and natural light conditions. Inside, the design emphasizes spatial dynamism and visual transparency, allowing fluid connections between the three staggered levels.

Materiality and Atmosphere

The exterior, clad in natural slate, resembles a monolithic structure that shifts in character with the changing light, establishing a strong yet sensitive connection to the natural environment. Inside, a carefully curated palette of raw concrete, warm wood, and color accents defines the character of each space. The use of interior wood cladding not only delineates day and night areas but also enhances acoustic comfort, making the interiors both functional and atmospheric.

This residence is more than just a dwelling—it is a sustainable architectural response that integrates modern living with the rhythms of nature, offering its inhabitants an environment of comfort, warmth, and connection.

All Photographs are works of Maxime Vermeulen