Rooted in tradition yet driven by innovation, our ateliers embody the spirit of contemporary craftsmanship —
where creativity, mastery of materials, and aesthetic refinement converge.

Atelier Alexandre Lowie translates craftsmanship into functional designs with the presence of a pièce de résistance.
Every piece is entirely handmade — and it shows. That love for traditional techniques shines through in elegant furniture, where they serve as a mark of quality and savoir-faire. Attention to detail is the common thread running through all of the Atelier’s work.

In addition to limited-edition collections, the Atelier also creates unique, custom-made pieces for those who dare to choose subtle grandeur — a bold, uncompromising object that can be passed down with pride to the next generation. Luxury, certainly — but expressed through perfect execution and refined aesthetics.

Alexandre Lowie is both creator and craftsman. His background as a furniture maker and restorer reveals a deep respect for traditional crafts, as well as for materials and textures. This results in designs rooted in technical expertise, combined with a love for everything authentic and handmade. The Atelier’s craftsmanship also extends into other disciplines — the only constant being a profound respect for manual labor.

Woodworker & Furniture maker

Alexandre Lowie

Atelier 185

Hand-forged knives and swords

At Atelier185, each knife is hand-forged with precision and care. I offer both high-quality Damascus carbon steel, renowned for its exceptional sharpness and unique patterns, and the robust ‘Brut de Forge’ style. My goal is to produce knives that are not only functional tools but also pieces of art that chefs and knife enthusiasts can cherish.

Discover the artistry and craftsmanship that make my knives truly unique.

Every creation from Atelier185 is a reflection of my dedication to the art of knife making. From the initial design to the final sharpening, I pour my heart and soul into every step of the process. Whether it’s a kitchen knife, hunting knife, or decorative sword, each piece is crafted to elevate your experience, offering unmatched performance, beauty, and functionality.

Torrestraat 185, Gullegem
Fabriekstraat 15-19, Zaventem
clem@atelier185.be
+32 498 63 90 65

www.atelier185.be
@clemvanhee

Atelier Catherine Janssens

Violin maker

Catherine Janssens graduated from the Newark School of Violin Making in 2004. She opened her own workshop in Brussels in 2005, while continuing her training through courses and seminars (in set up, restoration, drawing, acoustics, varnishing: West Dean, Jean-Jacques Fasnacht, Iris Carr, François Denis, Wim and Jan Van Weyenberg, François Perego).

In 2009, she took part in the creation of the Atelier Flagey, a shared space for work and exchange between luthiers and bow makers where she remains active until 2019.

The ‘Platform for Education and Talent’ (King Baudouin Foundation) awarded her a grant in 2015.

Trained as a violinist, Catherine Janssens is particularly interested in the sound production of both baroque and modern instruments, and is devoting part of her study to discovering the acoustic principles underlying quartet instruments.

As a founding member and president of the EKHO association from 2014 to 2023, she has greatly contributed to the wider promotion and recognition of contemporary instrument making in Belgium.

An active member of ALADFI (the French association of luthiers and bow makers), she also seeks to encourage greater collaboration between luthiers and to promote relations between luthiers and musicians. As such, she is regularly invited to speak about violin making at courses, conferences, discussions, presentations and concerts. (Sainte Cécile ALADFI 2012, Stavelot 2017, Poznan 2018, Hallway Manor BVMA 2022…)

In 2019, she develops the Atelier Catherine Janssens, ‘at home’, where she collaborates closely with the French bow maker Eric Fournier.

In December 2023, she took over the ALADFI presidency to further pursue her commitment to promoting her profession.

Stained-glass windows and stained-glass art

Atelier Mestdagh

3 generations. Endless know-how and love for the craft.

The story of Atelier Mestdagh is also the story of the family behind the studio. From Albert Mestdagh, who founded the studio in 1947, and his wife Yvonne, about their son Luc and his wife Ingrid, to their oldest daughter Katrien Mestdagh, who joined in 2004. The family (and their group of loyal and experienced employees) loves stained glass art and does everything it can to keep alive the traditional techniques of pater familias Albert.

In 2015, Katrien was awarded the ‘Master in Stained Glass Conservation and Heritage Management’ at the University of York. She is also in contact with numerous international glass specialists, so that the old artisan knowledge is strengthened and supported today by scientific research. Thanks to that know-how and the passionate team, the studio makes and restores stained glass windows just as they did in the past, but with an eye to the future. Atelier Mestdagh wants to inspire as well as bring new artworks into the world.

Atelier V.O.

Bespoke cardboard artisan

ATELIER V.O. is rooted in a business vision that honours local made-to-measure quality products. The passionate owner of the Atelier, skilled artisan Frédérique van Ormelingen, is a strong believer in the future of the crafts.

 Graduated in Management Engineering from the Louvain School of Management (UCL), she realizes, while working for Hermès in Paris, how much the craftsmanship of excellence makes her vibrate. Back in Brussels after 5 years, the meeting with a couple of craftsmen about to retire begins the turning point. Time for manual work and creation!

ATELIER V.O. creates and produces original cardboard and stationary designs.

Unique one-offs or limited editions,
customizable and tailor-made,
for private or professional uses,
Serving a wide variety of projects.

 Every item is handmade : boxes, guestbooks, menus, albums, underhands, baskets, notebooks, drawing boards, architectural files, portfolios, renovation of cardboard boxes or trunks, …

 ATELIER V.O. will make you see the cardboard differently! Design, useful and durable.

Boulevard des Invalides 190, 1160 Bruxelles
frederique@ateliervo.be
+32 491 52 80 32

www.ateliervo.be
@ateliervo

Outspoken sartorial, this house makes men elegant chic, classic, and those who dare a bit excentric.

 Craftsmanship perfection. The bespoke suit as a work of art.

Aravinda Rodenburg is one of the few passionate bespoke tailors in Belgium. We create bespoke menswear from scratch, ensuring that the suit reflects the personality of the wearer. It is not ready-to-wear, but a unique and handmade piece that is perfectly tailored to your body and wishes.

Master tailor: Aravinda Rodenburg. A craftsman and gentleman who continues to perfect his craft with an open mind and contact with other well-known tailors in Europe.

Philosophy: Making a suit is like sculpting; it's not just about fabric, but about understanding and shaping the customer's personality.

Bespoke Tailor

Aravinda

BRŪT

Handbuilt performance yachts

Where Luxury Meets Performance

At BRŪT, we redefine the art of yachting. Our passion lies in creating vessels that seamlessly blend the elegance of luxury yachts with the agility of high-performance boats.  We have meticulously crafted a perfect tender that marries the best of both worlds: the perfect fusion of speed and agility with exquisite luxury and comfort.

A Legacy of Excellence

With over 11 years of hands-on experience in designing and constructing high-end boats, our CEO brings unparalleled expertise to the organisation. But BRUT is more than just craftsmanship: it is about a relentless passion for innovation, luxury and how this is leveraged into the naval engineering industry. Within our team, we do not settle – we push boundaries, to unleash the full potential of our brand.

Sustainable From Sketch to Delivery

Sustainability is not an afterthought, it is woven into our DNA. We offer an electric hybrid option, that at low speeds offers full electric propulsion, whilst aiding the main engine at higher speeds. At those higher speeds, however, fuel consumption is already reduced by +30% thanks to efficient optimization of aero and hydrodynamics. Next, the hull is made out of natural, volcanic rock material to even further reduce our environmental footprint. At BRŪT, sustainability is our compass.

Natural dyed bespoke flowers

Dorothée l’a fait

Dorothée. makes vibrant colours, in natural dyes, from plants on silk. She created her own poetic system of classification of the dyed colours: her gardens of colours.

She uses special antic tools to make fabric flowers and transform the hand dyed materials into petals and into bouquets of silk flower brooches, headpieces or other accessories.

As in nature, you will never find two identical flowers or accessories, each piece Dorothée makes is unique.

Laure Kasiers

Rug designer & artisan

As a textile designer and artisan, I create and make rugs—one-of-a-kind pieces to adorn floors or walls—in my Brussels studio. My unconventional technique combines a mechanical process with a manual, artisanal creation phase. I repurpose trimming ribbons, using them upright, on their edges, and it is this treatment that shapes the design. The designs arise naturally through my touch. The organic, irregular, singular shapes that result from this seem to come straight out of nature, from the eyepiece of a microscope, from an aerial view, fire people’s imagination.

I offer a constantly enriched collection of models, always unique and available custom-made for individuals or professionals.

Eco-responsible and local, production is done in Belgium using bio-sourced materials (linen, wool) and partly recycled materials (end of stock).

Bookbinder

Louise Bescond

Louise Bescond was born in Les Lilas in 1984.

She studied at the École Supérieure des Arts et Industries Graphiques Estienne in Paris.

After gratuating in 2005, she decided to supplement this with three years at the École Nationale Supérieure des Arts Visuels de La Cambre, where she focused on her studies for a Master’s Degree in bookbinding.

In 2013, Pierre Walusinski launched her career by holding a solo-exhibition dedicated to her work at the Librairie Nicaise.

In 2015, she completed her training with Renaud Vernier, who was designated Maître d’Art by the French Ministry of Cultural Affairs in 2000.

In february 2017, Philippe Luiggi and Michel Scognamillo holded an exhibition of 47 of her bindings in Sotheby’s Galerie Charpentier, in Paris.

The young artist works since a decade, but she has already joined the restricted circle of major designer bookbinders. 

She lives in Brussels since 2005.

Lunetier Ludovic

Handcrafted glasses

Lunetier Ludovic is a Maison d’Artisans based in the heart of Brussels, dedicated to creating eyewear of exceptional quality. Each frame is handcrafted in our atelier, whether fully bespoke or part of our signature Jazz Collection, with an uncompromising focus on craftsmanship, comfort, and contemporary elegance.

Our work combines traditional know-how with a discreet sense of creativity. Clients from Belgium, Europe, and further afield trust us to create glasses as unique as their lifestyle, their needs, or their wishes - using materials ranging from genuine horn and acetate to wood, classic and precious metals, as well as select alloys.

Fine leather atelier and design studio

Niyona

Both a design studio and a leather manufacturing workshop, Niyona is at the crossroads of influences between minimalist aesthetics and traditional techniques. It draws all the professions and all stages of creation together, in accordance with its interdisciplinary approach. Thanks to this ongoing dialogue between expertise and a shared ambition to put craftsmanship on the contemporary scene, the creative process takes on its full meaning.

Niyona composes its universe from a repertoire that is always open to design, gastronomy, fashion, architecture and scenography; transverse characteristics of the studio as a laboratory for creation, excellence of know-how and the association of leather trades.

Rue de l’Obus 165, 1070 Brussels
contact@niyona.be
+32 470 35 08 16

www.niyona.be
@niyona

Van Thienen

Bespoke frames

The Haute Couture of framing

Since 1880, we are one of the few Belgian companies able to propose more than 700 exclusive models, made in our Brussels atelier using traditional, ancestral methods. Vincent Vercheval’s attentive eye will guide you towards the best choice and the right balance of proportions.

Embodying an unrivalled heritage of craftsmanship, Van Thienen combines age-old techniques with a contemporary vision of bespoke design. As well as creating minimalist, contemporary frames, it specialises in creating ornate frames and restoring gilding.

The Maison brings old frames back to life and integrates them harmoniously into modern and contemporary decors.