Zuni

Zuni aims to be the meeting place of Westmalle, a spot where every visitor immediately feels at home. A place that embraces purity and simplicity, that offers a familiar and welcoming atmosphere, and where people can pause to enjoy the small moments in life.

Zuni gives parents, teachers and local residents a chance to slow down in their busy day with a good coffee, homemade treats and a space to meet. It seeks to strengthen ties with the neighbourhood by providing a cosy venue where everyone is welcome, and by making rooms available for local initiatives and gatherings.

As a practice we restored the small village house in 2008 with respect for the protected village view. The dwelling is part of a wider ensemble of village houses dating from the 17th to the early 19th century.

For the new use as Zuni, the interior was adapted with contemporary materials and design.