Research on Architect Victor Horta and His Floor Plan and Arrangement of Artworks of the Van Eetvelde House

Victor Horta's design philosophy for the Van Eetvelde House, a late 19th-century mansion, extends beyond its iconic Art Nouveau curved decorations to encompass a sophisticated integration of artworks into architectural spaces. This study reveals how Horta strategically placed paintings and other artworks to enhance the overall interior design, creating a harmonious interplay between structure and artistic expression. By analyzing old photographs, previous research, and discourse, the author uncovers nuanced details about the spatial arrangement and aesthetic considerations that define Horta's approach, offering new insights into his innovative architectural methods.

KURATANI, Y. (2025). 建築家ヴィクトール・オルタのヴァン・エートヴェルド邸の平面計画と芸術作品の配置に関する研究. Journal of Architecture and Planning (Transactions of AIJ), 90(835), 2052–2063. https://doi.org/10.3130/aija.90.2052