Description

ésidence La France, one of the first buildings with 'spacious flats of high standing', was designed around 1926 by architects Jan Jacobs and Paul Smekens. The Jan Van Rijswijcklaan, a stately avenue with a row of trees, is close to deSingel, swimming pool de Wezenberg, supermarkets, delis, schools and approach roads, with the tram on the doorstep.

This residence is a prime example of business Art Deco, and you can still see that in the insane charm of this ground-floor flat. Here you step into a teletime machine, back to the 1920s, with a touch of Japanese inspiration. Paris meets Japan, but in a stately Antwerp avenue. 

Inside, you immediately notice the authenticity, cosiness and spaciousness. Wide corridor with cloakroom and guest toilet and a huge living space on beautiful parquet flooring. From the kitchen with pantry, built-in storage cupboards and fantastic tiled floor, you can access the super cosy terrace, where it is very nice to sit. A winding path leads to a hidden spot, where you can dine in peace with your company. The green garden is rented monthly from the community @65€/month. Furthermore, 2, again very spacious, bedrooms.

Apart from the appliances and the shower, the kitchen and bathroom are still quasi original, as they were in 1926. Even the windows are still authentic, i.e. single-glazed. A flat that literally has no equal (anymore). An absolute godsend for those who love the unique art deco charm that has been beautifully preserved here.