The iconic Palace Hotel was built to cater to the demands of the Hamburg America Line, a transatlantic shipping enterprise. It was constructed on the outskirts of the Zeebruges dyke, overlooking its Port without loosing sight of the seaside beautiful dunes. Opening on July 20th 1914, only a few months before the outbreak of WW 1, the hotel immensely suffered from the shootings. The interbellum provided solace but after the damages the hotel’s function changed into apartments. Architect Glenn Buydaert bought his apartment on the 2nd floor of the former Hotel in '18. During a period of 2 years Glenn, together with his father, worked weekend in weekend to make the condo a representation of his style as an architect with respect for the aesthetic history tied to the place. To make the flow more contemporary, several spaces were switched and restitched. But in the end all converged with the curved doorways as leitmotiv linking all in tranquil whole. In addition to the neutral base, being the white walls, the Hungarian point parquet and the microcement finishes, the ‘Jaune’ colored tiles used in the bathroom are a referral to the original bathrooms of the former Palace Hotel. Being not only an architect, but also a designer himself, Glenn made well considered choices when it comes to the design and art object in his apartment. Made the selection among others are Ligne Roset’s Togo and the Parentesi lamp by Flos alongside a vintage lounge chair by Walter Anthonis . Together with the Christo litho they top of the living room. But also lesser-known pieces fit the bill, ranging from Buydaert’s own designs as the SOL. vases, a ceramic holder by Harvey Bouterse, artbooks and a carefully selected vinyl collection to be played while enjoying the view. Up for holiday rental, you can find more pictures & stories on Instagram @dune.du.palace . But when even not being there, you can enjoy Dune du Palace’s eclectic yet austere vibe at home listening to its Spotify playlist