LAB·AN Brussels & Hotel van Eetvelde

The Hôtel van Eetvelde in Brussels is an outstanding example of Art Nouveau, designed by the architect Victor Horta for Edmond van Eetvelde between 1895 and 1898. This historic townhouse on Avenue Palmerston stands out for its innovative use of industrial materials such as steel and glass, which were new to private homes at the time. Inside, an octagonal rotunda dominates, topped by a dome of painted glass and serving as a central place of calm. This architectural masterpiece combines aesthetic elegance with functional structure, with the colorful stained-glass windows and steel columns forming a harmonious whole. In 2000, the building was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of Victor Horta's Art Nouveau buildings in Brussels. Following a comprehensive restoration that lasted until 2023, the house is open to visitors until the end of 2026, before work to renovate the façade begins in 2026. Here you can experience Horta's pioneering achievement in Art Nouveau, which unites technical innovation with artistic design.