Maison Autrique: Victor Horta's milestone

Step inside with our guide to Maison Autrique, the first house designed by the legendary architect Victor Horta in 1893. This townhouse in Schaerbeek marks the beginning of the Art Nouveau movement, which is already cautiously showing itself in organic lines, innovative materials, and light. The house breathes the spirit of an era in which art and architecture merged into a harmonious whole. From the ornate stair railing to the detailed stained-glass windows: every detail tells the story of Horta’s revolutionary vision. Maison Autrique was built for engineer Eugène Autrique and served as Horta’s calling card for his later masterpieces, such as the Hôtel van Eetvelde. In this home, you can see how Art Nouveau breaks away from traditional styles and introduces a new, freer formal language. The house testifies to the ambition and craftsmanship of a young Horta. A visit to Maison Autrique is like a step back in time, where you feel the revolutionary spirit of Art Nouveau. Horta’s passion and ingenuity can be found throughout the house. This tour is a voyage of discovery for architecture and history enthusiasts alike, as well as anyone who loves special places.