Koen van Guijze

Architectural Lighting from Antwerp

Lighting is essential for creating a welcoming atmosphere and enhancing interior spaces, a craft that, when perfected, elevates any environment. Koen van Guijze, our partner, has mastered this art over more than 25 years since founding Accessori, Antwerp’s premier lighting studio, in 1996. He specializes in bespoke lighting, with each piece uniquely handcrafted in Belgium by artisan workshops.

Koen and his team design innovative lighting solutions that integrate seamlessly into architectural spaces, often transforming the ambiance completely. This is why their creations are frequently described as architectural lighting, where the light not only illuminates but actively enhances and complements the architectural elements.

Koen van Guijze

Approach for the Perfect Lighting Plan

We frequently collaborate with Koen on diverse interior design projects due to his exceptional reputation and profound lighting expertise. Our partnership involves creating custom lighting plans and designs tailored specifically to each client's needs, ensuring a unique and effective outcome for residential, commercial, hospitality, showroom, and office environments. Notable collaborations include projects like Bar Bowie in The Hague and A House In The Woods. Additionally, Koen showcases many of his stunning designs on his website.

Our collaboration allows us to craft custom lighting solutions that significantly enhance both residential and commercial settings. From initial consultations to final installations, we value his thorough approach and dedication. Working closely with clients and architects, Koen's team uses advanced software for detailed planning and technical execution, providing expert advice and hands-on support throughout the project.

Exclusive Collection by Koen van Guijze

In 2019, Koen launched the "Sofisticato" collection through Serax, blending a brutalist material palette with meticulous craftsmanship for a contemporary aesthetic. Each piece is carefully assembled by hand, reflecting timeless elegance. The collection offers a wide range of lighting solutions, including pendant lights, ceiling fixtures, rail fixtures, and floor lamps, designed for various settings.

Our showroom at Frederiksplein 16 in Amsterdam features the Tube Construction, a ceiling fixture by Koen that, while not part of the "Sofisticato" collection, mirrors its design principles. Available in finishes like Raw Aluminium, Blue Steel, Raw Brass, Gunmetal, and Bronze, this fixture uses GU10 light sources at 2700K, providing a cozy ambiance with dimming capabilities. We also display the Catalpa Wall Lamp in Raw Brass, featured in our project at Bar Bowie.