Guided tour by conservator restorer Derek Briont

Hidden in Edegem: the Japanese villa exceptionally opens its doors. Still unfinished, but in caring hands. Let yourself be guided by owner and restorer Derek Biront and discover the story of a place in transformation. For one day, the Japanese villa in Edegem exceptionally opens its doors to the public. This private estate is normally not accessible and is currently still in the middle of a restoration trajectory. So do not expect a finished whole, but a unique look behind the scenes of a heritage site in full development. During the tour, owner and curator-restorer Derek Biront personally takes you through the villa. He talks about the history, the architecture and especially the ongoing restoration: what choices are made, what challenges arise and how craftsmanship and care are central to the recovery process. Visitors experience the heritage as it is today: authentic, vulnerable and in good hands.