This stylish apartment is a true tribute to the art of Lena Milius, a prominent member of the "De Stijl" movement. Equipped with a fully stocked kitchen, private bathroom, and smart TV, this space offers all the modern conveniences for both short and long stays. The peaceful surroundings and creative interior make this apartment the perfect base for those seeking inspiration and comfort.
You are warmly welcomed to this elegant apartment. Booking and payment can be done easily online, and we will ensure your personal access is ready upon arrival. My co-hosts and I are always available to provide tips and recommendations for the best restaurants and bars in the area.
Check-in is possible between 3:00 PM and 7:30 PM, and in case of emergencies, we are available 24/7.
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This apartment is located in the heart of Tilburg, within walking distance of the central station. From the apartment, you can easily explore the charming Dwaalgebied, where you will find trendy shops, boutiques, and cozy cafés. The lively Spoorzone, with its many dining and drinking spots, is also nearby.
Whether you’re attending a concert at Poppodium 013 or an event in the Spoorzone, everything is within walking distance.
This unique apartment is located in a stunning historic building, designed by the famous architect C.M.B. (Casper) van den Beld. The building was constructed in 1931 and designed in the style of "De Stijl," featuring clean lines and bold primary colors, contributing to a special historical and artistic experience.
The staircase of the building contains beautiful stained glass windows depicting various forms of transportation through the years and showcasing the coats of arms of Brabant, Tilburg, and the Netherlands.
Our apartment on the third floor provides a peaceful and inspiring living environment, with an interior fully aligned with the abstract art of Lena Milius. Milius was known for her use of geometric patterns and her subtle balance between color and form, which gives the space a unique character. The apartment exudes a serene atmosphere, perfect for relaxation and inspiration.
The apartment features a comfortable bed, a private bathroom, and a fully equipped kitchen, making it ideal for both short and long stays. Additionally, the apartment offers fast and reliable Wi-Fi, and there is a washing machine and dryer available on the first floor.
Extra Info:
Hotel Central Background
In 1931, the monumental Hotel Central was built across from the station in Tilburg in Art Deco style by architect Casper Melchior Balthasar van den Beld. Before that time, this location was occupied by the café-restaurant Albert Janssen.
During World War I, Theo van Doesburg was stationed as a sergeant-postman on the Regte Heide between Tilburg and the Belgian border. The café-restaurant of Albert Janssen served as a meeting place for Van Doesburg and his artistic friends who organized sensational Dadaist 'intimate soirées' there. It was also here that preliminary ideas were formulated for a new magazine (De Stijl) that would mark the start of the art movement De Stijl, founded in 1917 in Leiden. The contours of this renewal movement were sketched in pencil at this location on Spoorlaan in Tilburg.
As a salute to the innovation drive of the time, during the renovation of Hotel Central in 2023, it was decided to historically jump and give each of the 21 rooms the name of an artist associated with De Stijl or a Dada artist.
In the person of Theo van Doesburg (who wrote Dadaist poems under the pseudonym I.K. Bonset), De Stijl and the experimental absurdist Dadaism come together. Both art movements were a response to World War I and the new era that began with the 20th century, and were diametrically opposed in approach.
Each of the 21 rooms in Hotel Central has received unique wall coverings featuring specific accents and/or quotes from the respective artist, writer, or architect.
Room 20: Lena Milius Room (Zwolle, 1889 - 1968)
The Tilburg-based accountant Lena Milius was introduced to Theo van Doesburg by her colleague Maurits Manheim at the end of 1914. In 1917, the year Van Doesburg founded the new art movement De Stijl in Leiden, she became his second wife. As a former secretary, she facilitated the administrative affairs surrounding the art movement De Stijl. Even after Van Doesburg left her a few years into their marriage for Nelly van Moorsel, who would become his third wife, Lena remained loyal to him (and Nelly) and continued to support them in the background. She and Nelly van Doesburg were the only ones who attended Van Doesburg's cremation in 1931. Lena wrote about this to her friend Antony Kok, "I went there to say goodbye to Does forever and because Nelly made him so very happy."
After the war, Lena Milius was an important source for historians as an eyewitness to the early years of De Stijl. "It is remarkable how lively the interest in Does and De Stijl still is and even seems to be reviving lately," she wrote in 1967 to Nelly.
In room 20, the pages from an empty cash book form the print of the wall covering. Behind the bed is a desk with a classic typewriter printed in which a quote from a love letter from Lena Milius to Theo van Doesburg is included. In the few lines of this love note from an amorous Lena, her love and her office work are connected.
This apartment is perfectly situated to explore Tilburg and the surrounding regions. In the nearby area, you can find activities such as laser tag, go-karting, escape rooms, and mini golf. Poppodium 013 regularly hosts performances, and for a peaceful walk, you can visit the nearby city park.
By car, you are just 15 minutes away from popular destinations such as De Efteling theme park and Safaripark Beekse Bergen.
To ensure a pleasant stay, we kindly ask that you observe some simple house rules. Visitors are not allowed to maintain the peace and privacy of all guests. Please complete the check-in form before arrival. Paid sexual services are prohibited in this apartment. Enjoy your favorite shows on the smart TV during your stay.
