Once a simple farm just outside Temse, now a thoughtfully renovated home for Henny Van Neck and her family. More than just a home, it’s a living, breathing showroom for their family-run interior business, Trickx. Here, every detail matters, and every space reflects their outlook on design. A vision that wasn’t complete without the contemporary vintage vibe of the Niko Rocker and Niko Toggle collection.
Built in the 1920s, Henny’s home blends vintage charm with modern aesthetics. The facade kept its old-world character, but inside, Henny’s daughter Nina, an interior architect, was given carte blanche. The result? A Japandi-inspired interior with a pop of colour. After all, it’s not just their home; it’s also the showroom for their family business. And they love using colour in their projects.
“But we also like to use a bit of colour in our projects. So, I suggested painting the large cabinet in the kitchen peach. It adds so much warmth and personality, making the space feel more welcoming.
Although many of our clients are hesitant to use colour, we always encourage them to give it a try. As you can see, it can really bring a space to life.”
Nina’s design also included a lot of rounded corners, which help the spaces feel softer and flow more naturally.
“In the bathroom the rounded edges on the cabinet give the room a more feminine, gentle feel. Plus, I can’t tell you how many times I’ve bumped my head on a sharp corner, so I love how the curves make it a bit safer as well.”
Retro charm meets modern design
Since their home also serves as a showroom for clients, Henny paid close attention to details - including the switches and sockets.
"For the switches, I wanted something that stood out but wasn’t too bold. When I came across the Niko Rocker and Niko Toggle collection, it was love at first sight."
“The tactile toggle of the Niko Toggle switch gives it a bit of a retro feel—it reminds me of the classic switches we used to have.
But the faceplate design and materials are still very sleek and modern. It was exactly what I was looking for.”
“In the kitchen, the subtle glow from the Niko Toggle champagne coated switches and sockets enhances the warmth and texture of the stucco walls and mixed white tones. It also complements the pink concealed handles, the rosé gold tap and the peach-colored cabinet,” Henny explains.
The Niko Rocker and Niko Toggle collection are designed as jewellery for walls. In Henny’s living room, the Niko Toggle alu gold brushed switch truly lives up to that reputation.
“The interior here is quite simple—beige tones, wooden floors, and a Moroccan-style cabinet in the same colour palette. So I wanted a switch that stood out. And that’s exactly what the Niko Toggle alu gold brushed does. The gold, the subtle gloss, the slick faceplate—it’s such an eye-catcher,” Henny adds, clearly proud of her choice.
"In the bathroom, we initially had Niko Intense matt black coated switches, but they felt a bit too harsh against the soft, organic tones of the room. So we decided to trade them in for Niko Rocker champagne coated switches and sockets."
"The lighter, warmer champagne shade is a much better fit. It blends perfectly with the room’s natural colours.
Committed to using Belgian brands
Colour isn’t the only constant in their design approach. Belgian brands play a key role in the projects they design and develop as well.
"We try to use as many Belgian brands as possible in our work. The quality and craftsmanship really speak for themselves. Niko is a perfect example—it's a brand we've known for years, and we love how reliable and beautifully designed their products are. Their headquarters and showroom are not that far from here actually, so we’ve always had a strong connection with them." Henny adds.
"Of course having Belgian roots isn’t the only requirement. When choosing products for our clients, we look for originality, solid finishes, and ease of use. Niko checks all those boxes."
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