FINE DINING - Vanderven’s Restyled Dining Room

The much admired restyled living room was such a fantastic addition to our gallery, that we needed no encouragement to refurbish a second space. We approached Reineke Antevelink (RA Studio) again, this time to create a dining room. The idea was that it should be very different, but also complementary to the living room. The brief was that our long table should fit in, the existing wooden floor should be preserved and we had enough display space for our collection.

Reineke surprised us by using a chalky purplish colour (Carte Colori Mauve) on the walls, as well as the ceiling, woodwork and even the sockets. Choosing to paint the ceiling was a challenge due to the height (4,5 meters), but the overall effect is spectacular! The oak floor was sanded down its original lighter colour and a natural rug added. The room is visually divided by a Chinese altar table, with one side for the long table, the other for a small seating area with reupholstered antique chairs. The neutral linen curtains, have elaborate ruching for a luxurious effect. Two large bespoke oak cabinets, created ample space for displaying our works of art and were supplemented with a row of pedestals, with loose linen covers to blend with the walls. Reineke personally ‘shopped’ for Chinese objects from our collection, to be displayed in the room. We quickly discovered that both early terracotta objects and Chinese porcelain sit well in this new space. A painting by Desiree Engelen and a large plant chosen by Paul Klunder, completed the look.

Many delightful dinners have been hosted here already and there will be many more to come!

A comfortable seating area to receive guests, completed the room

The bespoke oak cabinets are ideal for displaying the collection

RA STUDIO was founded in 2013 by Reineke Antvelink. With her background in the arts, her vision always pushes beyond the usual. Renowned for her extravagant style and fine detailing, her philosophy is to harmonize beauty and functionality in the spaces where we live and work. Her rooms have great character, but also a sense of timelessness. Reineke has an eye for remarkable objects and pieces that will enrich your living space - these can be antiques, modern art or an exotic artefact - so every room will vibrate with personality. info@ra-studio.nl | ra-studio.nl | @rastudionl