Dutch Home and Interior Design Fair - "Beurs Eigen Huis" | Netherlands

Finally, I have managed some time to write this post. Life has been crazy, and I barely get time to focus on my creative skills. Training program, software course, therapies, and daily life hustle somehow keep me busy. A busy life is good, but I sometimes overdo everything, which is not okay. As a result, I get tired so easily. Anyway, today's post is going to be a niche post; it's not about my well-being. It's related to my passion that I love the most in life.

It's been more than 3 years since I have been staying in the Netherlands, and finally, I have decided to pursue my career. I think it's time after taking a long break. So, to start my career, which I am passionate about, I realized that it's very important to understand Dutch Culture and system. It's better late than never... This decision was not easy to make, but holding past was not a solution for the long term. So, I have started going to different events... As a result, not only am I getting inspiration, but I am also learning a lot...

A few weeks ago, my mentor/trainer told me about the event called Beurs Eigen Huis. She got my ticket and said, You should go, it will be good for you... This fair/event was basically on Dutch architecture and interior design. Those who were thinking of buying their home, renovating their house, or building a house from scratch, this event was for them. Of course, anyone can go... As an architect, I am always passionate about home decor and interiors, so I was very excited about this event.

The event was in the city; Utrecht, the Netherlands. The event location was a very prominent spot and was not far from the train station. From the train station, it was a 10-minute walk...So, finding this event location was not a tough job for me. I was a little bit nervous because I don't talk to people often, and I find it very difficult to interact with people, especially strangers, recently. So, this short walk helped to clear my mind before entering the event hall.

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I have been to Utrecht several times, but never managed to write about it. It's a beautiful city and I personally love this city a lot. Hopefully, one day I will dump all the amazing photos I have taken so far on Hive. But today, I am just gonna write about the event and my experience...

So, the entrance of the event was very attractive, and I forgot to take photos. I genuinely had no plan to take photos to write a post, these photos I took for my professional purposes and ideas...But later I thought to share with everyone...

After entering the event hall, I was surprised to see how well everything was decorated...I am not so sure if you are into interior design and home decor, but trust me, these types of events give many more ideas and product details than looking at social media. Not only do you get to know about new, smart products for the smart home, but you can also find budget-friendly options. I know everybody finds IKEA very convenient when it comes to minimalist and modern interiors, but looking at different options helps you visualize your dream home easily. What was my job here? My job was to look at the products, ideas, and pricing, and enrich my knowledge. I have never practiced architecture in the Netherlands, so events like this are always helpful for me.

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Many companies came to showcase their products at this event. With the help of technologies, they showcased their products. It was like they were there to help you find solutions for your home, making things easier. Work smarter, not harder - some nowadays prefer simple home design; of course, it varies from client to client. I don't know how to explain my experience to you in words. All I can say is that when it comes to home design problems, there are always solutions and options. I learned a lot of new products, easy solutions...

Even though these companies make a lot of promises to help with houses and interiors but sometimes design solutions can be simply done by the homeowners. Anyway, I talked to different companies, collected samples, and asked about their products. As an architect, my biggest advantage is getting tons of samples and catalogs for free...Because they know I can be their potential client... :D

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There was a great deal to learn about the new technology and materials. Even though these demo interior items might be very common, there was so much to explore for me. I always think a designer's eye, perspective, and point of view are completely different than others. Following the modern era of architecture, it's crucial to understand the sustainability of the material. I brought some samples of recycled materials, pretty impressive... When you are an architect, companies will give you tons of free samples and catalogs...

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This post is not about promotion; I am not trying to convince anyone to do interior or hire an interior designer or an architect; it's up to the individual's choice. Besides, doing interior is an expensive process and it costs a lot of money. Nowadays, with the help of AI and social media, many clients do their interior by themselves, which is totally fine...But this type of event really helps to explore the options for a home...

My architectural life started in Bangladesh and then Ukraine, and now in the Netherlands, so the knowledge and ideas I am gathering constantly are quite diverse...I still have a lot to learn...

^{This post took me almost a month to write. I don't know why, but I started writing this post a few weeks ago and couldn't finish it until now. It's bizarre, but it is what it is...Not sure what stopped me, but I am glad I could finish this post somehow...}

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Priyan...

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^{I am @priyanarc.... An architect, a dreamer, and a passionate writer who loves to write about life. I try to present my own perspective and experiences. Please leave your feedback and criticism because it's the only way I can know and reach your mind and thoughts easily...}

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