Éteignières

Day 1/3: running.

Going into the nature contributes to mental and physical health. Doing exercises in the morning is a good way to improve the blood circulation and to clear the mind, especially with the current global circumstances. At VIJZ, we like to start the day with a morning run, Having a clear mind is the one of the fundamentals to get inspired. The hectic energy of the cities can cause stress that can limit our abilities and skills during a normal week at work. Go out, run and have a look at the amazing nature our planet provides.

Day 2/3: hiking

The Ardennes, famous for its expansive view, green forest and rolling hills, is a great place to get inspired. Not far from Éteignières, we found a place called Roc-La-Tour, with means Rock Tower and has one of the most beautiful views in the region. The rain made the hike cold, wet and slippery experience through the hills of Parc Regional. The colors and smell of the moss, trees, gras and rocks brought new ideas to design.

Day 3/3: fishing

Living in a fast world, we sometimes tend to forget we don’t need much to find peace of mind. Fishing, an activity that has existed since humanity, is all about waiting for the right moment to catch a fish. A trip to the nearest small lake gave us the ability to cast the fishing rod. Some good company and a nice and quiet environment is all it takes for a great day.

Day 3/3: chilling

Being in an environment with no distractions from outside is a gift and very uncommon in the modern world. Our cabin was the perfect fit for a trip like this. Evenings spend at the fireplace, some food and a stock of old fashioned playing cards brought us a lot of fun. A game we played often is called ‘toepen’, which is a Dutch card game and is all about winning the last trick.