L'hôtel Wielemans

Exceptional opening of the Wielemans hotel! Upon returning from a trip to Spain in 1925, Léon Wielemans, administrator of the famous breweries, and his wife encourage their friend and architect Adrien Blomme to reproduce the magic and exoticism of the patios of Alhambra de Grenade. Nearly 5000 ceramic tiles, superb wrought iron elements, and remarkable woodwork contribute, from the patio decoration to the bathroom, to dreams of escapism. The residence nonetheless remains characteristic of the era that saw its birth: alongside orientalist elements, more modern notes evoke the comfort of large transatlantic liners while blending harmoniously with the interwar Art Déco style.