The Belgian House

Dudoc Vancouver is proud to call The Belgian House our partner.

Founded by Marianne Cauwels and her daughter Ines Van Goethem in 2016, they describe Belgian design as playful, personal and rather extraordinary. As a team, they ensure craftsmanship and quality in all the products they offer.

Belgium is located in the centre of Europe and has had the unique opportunity to absorb the best of European design. The Belgian House was an idea that developed over time. Marianne was always in the know about what was happening in the creative industry in Belgium and met many designers and artists personally. That raised a question. Why are they not out there? Why do I not see these people in other cities? And why, if they are represented in an international city, are they not labeled Belgian?

Marianne contacted all of these designers and artists suggesting they work together. All the designers currently featured, they have known for a long time which is why they can assure customers of the quality, the artist’s dedication to their work and their ethical production runs.

Our first supplier was Que Onda Vos, founded by Hanne De Wyngeart. She knew she wanted to make a difference with her company and discovered her product while travelling through Guatemala. She fell in love with the Guatemalan weaving culture and asked a small family there to work with her. Hanne designs her carpets and send them to Guatemala and then the family is able to edit the designs to show Guatemalan culture. They use 100% wool and natural dyes to make their products. Read more about her here.

In the last year we have been going on to represent Domani, AP collection, Henry Dean, Bulo, DV Design and others.

Our latest addition is DCEMBER bags, a young start up by a mom who was inspired by her children. She designs purses/bags which can be customized to you. You can pick leather or canvas, short strap or long strap, wide flap or thin flap, regular flap or creative flap, … You can find her products here.

Professionals and the public are welcome to come and see some of these innovative Belgian designs at Dudoc Vancouver or online at https://www.thebelgianhouse.ca.