Handmade in Brugge: pimp your interior with some handmade stuff
Bruges is a city of makers, people who shape the world around us every day with their passion and drive ... the traditional way but also very contemporary at the same time. Even though Bruges is often associated with the virtuosity and mastery of craftsmen of the past, today, too, this city is home to many professionals, designers and craft businesses alike. You can find quite a wide offer of handmade stuff in the city. Here is just a taste of the amazing pieces made by the creative entrepreneurs of Bruges!
Frederiek Van Pamel
His new store is about to open anytime now, but in the meantime, his pop-up store focuses on interior concepts. Van Pamel is also a floral artist – so you can find help here with designing your interior or garden as well as with organising events as weddings. Watch out for his new shop!
Opening hours:
Sun-Sat: 10:00am -12:00pm and 1:30pm – 6:30pm
Address: Ezelstraat 33
Website: www.frederiekvanpamel.be
Symposion
A ruly amazing place which offers beautiful and original gifts. You can find everything here from wooden letters, nice reading stuff, unique pieces of postcards, framed screen prints or wall decoration. It is an inspiring place and also suitable for group visits – with different arrangement options (workshops, guided tours, ...).
Opening hours:
Tue-Fri: 10:30am – 6:00pm
Address: Oostmeers 41
Website: www.symposion.be
Antique Theatre Gallery & Atelier Papageno
There are two parts here: an antique shop with furniture, paintings, seating and other various things (candlestickers, mirrors, chandeliers or glasses) and an atelier which takes care of restoration, creations and upholstery. Worth a visit!
Opening hours:
Tue-Sat: 10:00am – 12:00pm and 2:00pm – 6:00pm
Address: Vlamingsraat 52
Website: www.antiek-vanmullem.be
Pol Standaert
Did you visit the Casselberg Hotel? Because the dome of the hall for example is handmade by Pol Standaert. Restoration is a very strong site in this case, therefore they are responsible for so many renovations of mansions. I also have to mention the great work with the stone (washbowls or fireplaces) such as ornament work on plasters or moulding.
Opening hours:
Mon–Sat: 9:30am – 12:15pm and 2:00pm – 6:00pm
Address: Witteleertouwersstraat 48
Website: www.polstandaert.be
Manna Kunsthuis
Painters, sculptors or calligraphers: there is a place for everyone in this wonderful art gallery in an old mansion. You can find graphics too here, such as original greeting cards or things suitable as gifts. New exhibition in progress!
Opening hours:
Mon–Sat: 2:00pm – 6:00pm
Address: Heilige-Geeststraat 3
Website: www.mannakunsthuis.be
Recour
Wall clocks, wristwatches or standing clocks: if you are looking for time, this is the right place. Recour is the right spot to repair your old watch or just to buy a new one. They sell amazing original pieces, worth at least a peek.
Opening hours:
Mon-Fri: 9:00am - 12:15pm and 2:00pm – 6:30pm
Sat: 9:00am -12:15pm and 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Address: Braambergstraat 38
Website: www.recour.net
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