‘The house of Art’; eclectic living in a house dating from 1715 on one of Amsterdam's most famous canals
History
The building on Keizersgracht was constructed around 1715, commissioned by either Jacob Hacke or Johannes Langeraat; it is not known exactly which. Originally, it had a neck gable with wing pieces, with the pediment (the crowning element of the facade) shaped like a duck. This was part of the coat of arms of the Hacke or Langeraat family. Around 1875, the building was renovated in the spirit of that period; the neck gable was changed and a lower sidewalk was added in front of the house.
The canal house has five floors and a romantic Rear garden. Every floor exudes rich history; original details have been fantastically preserved throughout the house. For the past 100 years, the property has been owned by the same family, who have maintained it with great care and Swiss precision. The love for this beautiful family home and its history is visible in every room.
Historical atmosphere
The kitchen exudes a historic atmosphere with its blue and white tiles, marble worktop, and light blue painted beamed ceiling, but at the same time is equipped with all modern conveniences, such as an AGA stove and various built-in appliances such as a refrigerator and dishwasher. From here, there is a beautiful view of the patio.
Fabric wall coverings and wood paneling
The elegant stone staircase at the front of the building leads to the entrance on the bel étage. The hallway is Immediately : richly decorated with white marble, beautiful paneling, and a height of approximately 5 meters. Immediately the entrance is the front room, which was once used as a reception room. It has been completely renovated in style with fabric wall coverings and elegant wooden paneling. Behind the front room is now an office space, where beautiful light enters from the courtyard. Overlooking the well-kept, deep garden at the rear is the studio/sitting room. This is connected to the study, which is also very suitable for extra storage for the studio.
The garden room has the same soothing light blue beamed ceiling, as well as wooden paneling with elegant carvings.
The second living room with library space also offers a view over the water. Here too, the keen eye for craftsmanship is evident, for example in the skillfully made bookcases and radiator covers.
