What is villa empain?

Villa Empain is an art deco masterpiece located in Brussels, Belgium. It was designed by Louis-Herman De Koninck in the 1930s for the Belgian philanthropist and industrialist Baron Louis Empain. The villa is a blend of Eastern and Western architectural styles, with a mix of modern materials like concrete and glass with traditional materials such as marble and mosaic.

The villa was used as a family home until World War II, after which it was converted into a museum and cultural center. Today, the villa is run by the Boghossian Foundation and hosts a wide range of exhibitions, concerts, conferences, and events. The surrounding gardens are designed in the Persian style and include a reflecting pool, decorative fountains, and a tea house.

Villa Empain is considered one of the finest examples of art deco architecture in Brussels and is recognized as a cultural heritage site by the Belgian government. It has been featured in numerous films, books, and television shows, and is a popular destination for art and design enthusiasts from around the world.