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Every renovation is a search for harmony, combining natural, non-toxic materials with locally sourced elements and finishes. In doing so, we create living spaces that are healthy for body and mind, while reducing our footprint and impact on nature.

Be Factory treats the earth’s resources with respect. An interior with rammed earth floors, loam, earth colours
and wood brings nature inside, bringing you closer to your nature. This gives residents a feeling of coming home.

Existing architectural features and locally sourced, reusable materials — from insulation to interior finishes — serve as inspiration. We work primarily with what’s already there, choosing to preserve rather than replace.

A row house designed for two or even three different scenarios—like a home, office, or co-living space? It can be done. Our adaptable designs extend the lifespan of buildings and interiors, keeping future uses open and possible.

In nature, nothing goes to waste—a timeless principle now known as circularity. Be Factory designs your circular building to be easily disassembled, transforming it into a valuable materials bank for future construction at the end of its lifecycle.

For every piece of furniture and every object, we aim to balance natural and reclaimed materials—sourced locally, often from our own renovation projects. That means no globe-trotting supply chains from raw material to finished product. The result? Significantly lower CO₂ emissions and a minimal ecological footprint.

Our materials are the source of design inspiration. We take the time to let the material show us what it wants to become. Instead of following trends, we think freely and create ‘out of the box’. A textile spool might become a lamp, the lid of an oil drum a beautiful bowl—anything is possible.

Each piece is made with artistic skill, traditional craftsmanship, and a deep love for craft—in our woodshop and forge. Along the way, we design with future uses in mind and aim for easy disassembly.

Many of our materials carry a history—they’ve been lived with, shaped by hand, and show the patina of time. These natural imperfections invite us to appreciate
the quiet, universal beauty found in nature. That’s why every piece of furniture and every object from Be Factory is truly one of a kind.

Our furniture is designed to be easily disassembled, so nothing goes to waste. With our “return to sender” service, you can return your piece after six months—we’ll refund the residual value and give it a second life. Together, we work toward a waste-free world.

Biodiversity is under attack. Bees struggle to find enough to eat or are being killed in their millions by industrial pesticides. The population of insects is in freefall, bird species are disappearing or severely threatened. The good news is that we can do something to solve these challenges and, before long, you will see encouraging signs of improvement.

Learn to recognise the plants that are as beautiful as they are delicious. Pick some for their fruit, and others for their leaves, flowers or edible roots. What do you fancy eating? For example, are you familiar with oca tubers?

Enjoy the colours, scents, flavours and richness of the species in your garden. They provide food for the body and soul! Your garden is an investment in your well-being, a blossoming, idyllic universe full of adventure, wonder and abundance.

Discover unique plants, which are rarely seen, as well as unusual flavours that are hard to find in shops.

Today’s gardens face long dry spells and sudden downpours. We help them thrive through it all. With a smart, focused approach, we enrich the soil — because that’s where healthy growth begins — and boost biodiversity. The result? A vibrant, resilient ecosystem right outside your door.

• Design of edible gardens, whether for a complete garden, a specific project, or to enhance an existing space

• Creation of a detailed plant list, clearly indicating which parts of each plant are edible

• Personalised gardening advice, including pruning techniques and maintenance tips

• Creation of edible gardens, from borders to full-scale food forests

• Creation of grazing areas with shrubs and herbs, tailored to pastures for horses and sheep

• Carrying out groundwork

• Laying paths, patios, and driveways

• Installing fences, wooden gates, and wrought-iron gates

• Installing garden lighting

• Installing water features

• Creation of wadis for natural water infiltration

• Creation of swales in hilly areas to improve water management

• Construction of compost bins

• Design and production of circular garden furniture and decorative elements

• Maintenance of (edible) gardens

• Aftercare and maintenance of all projects we have completed

Creating an edible garden is an exciting journey—and we make sure the process is clear, personalised, and hassle-free. Whether you choose a full-service project or simply design or installation, every step is tailored to your needs and preferences.

We begin with a no-obligation introductory session, including a guided tour of the Be Factory garden led by our edible plant specialist. This gives you a clear sense of our vision and approach from the very start.

Next, our landscape architect will visit your site to understand your ideas and wishes, while assessing the strengths and challenges of your garden. If needed, we may also recommend a soil survey.

Following the visit, you will receive a basic plan of your garden, drawn up using available plans or land registry data. You will also receive a clear summary of your requirements and the options discussed.

We turn your ideas into a clear, well-defined design. Depending on the scale of the project, we, or a surveyor, will carry out a detailed site survey. We then develop the design in full, including the choice of materials for paths and edging, as well as a carefully curated planting scheme.

Our landscape architect draws up all the implementation plans, such as dimensioned plans and planting schemes. The final plant list is also carefully compiled, ensuring that everything is ready for a smooth implementation.

We order all the materials and plants and begin landscaping your garden. From preparatory groundwork to planting and attaching plant labels: everything is carried out with care and expertise.

Once the work is complete, we’ll walk through the results together during a tour of your new garden. You’ll receive the final plant list and a practical maintenance plan, so that your garden can continue to thrive and flourish.

Discover the story behind our edible gardens, from the initial sketch to a space that continues to grow and flourish with each passing season.

Browse through our Dutch magazine, Edible gardens

Treat yourself, or someone special, to a one-on-one session with our gardening coach. Our edible garden expert will visit, listen to your questions, and provide tailored guidance on plant selection, maintenance, and pruning. This service is available in Belgium only.
Order the green advice voucher