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Rotterdam’s FENIX Museum

Over the weekend, I went to visit Rotterdam's newly opened FENIX Museum of Migration — and what a location. As a photographer I'm always drawn to contrast, rhythm, and emotion in buildings.

Architecture in Motion

At the center of the museum, a stunning spiral staircase — a gleaming metal and wood sculpture that curves like a ribbon along the space — serves as the central feature. The staircase, designed by MAD Architects partner Ma Yansong, does not terminate in the building's confines. It extends

Wabi-Sabi Architecture

Recently I had the opportunity to photograph one of the homes designed by late architect Eddy Francois in one of his favorite styles: Wabi-Sabi. I can honestly say that this property has one of the most special designs that I had the opportunity of photographing. The interior and exterior flow perfectly into one another, which is largely due to

New York Wrap Up

After a trip of 12 days to the Big Apple, I am back in Belgium. It was fun, I got some great pictures, saw some amazing things, but I am glad to be back home. After having been to NY in ’97 and again in ’04. Now I was finally able to go out and see the sights. Although everyone told me that 12 days was way more than needed in NY, I was still not able to see everything that I wanted to see. But I definitely saw more than most when they go and visit NY. On the positive side,  I will have to go back to see the rest.

1. What to see

  • Empire State Building
  • Statue of Liberty + Ellis island
  • Rockefeller Center - one of the best views of the Empire State Building and Central Park

View from Rockefeller Center - New York City