Architecture as a Response
DDM ARCHITECTUUR explores architecture through context, proportion, material and use. Each project starts from its own conditions. The resulting architecture aims to be clear rather than spectacular, specific rather than generic, and enduring beyond changing trends.
Founded in 1995, the practice works across a wide range of programmes and scales, from small renovations to larger, more complex projects. Rather than specialising in a particular building type or budget, the practice is driven by the opportunity to make a meaningful architectural contribution.
Each project develops from its particular context, programme and construction logic, with careful attention to spatial quality, functionality and the relationship between materials and structure.
DDM ARCHITECTUUR combines design ambition with rigorous technical development and close involvement throughout the construction process.
From Idea to Built Reality
watch in high resolution on vimeo →Dirk De Meyer
Architect — Founder & Chief Architect, DDM ARCHITECTUUR - Registration No. A101293
Dirk De Meyer graduated in architecture from KU Leuven, Sint-Lucas Ghent, in 1993, with additional studies at the Royal Danish Academy in Copenhagen in 1992 and 1994.
After gaining his first professional experience in the studio of Achiel Hutsebaut, he established DDM ARCHITECTUUR in Belgium in 1995. Based in Belgium, DDM ARCHITECTUUR also maintains a workspace in Chongqing, China.
His work spans private residences, public buildings, commercial projects and larger urban developments, both in Belgium and abroad. The practice also collaborates with international architects on projects in Belgium, contributing local expertise in design development and construction.
His architectural approach is rooted in context, proportion and materiality, with particular attention to the relationship between design intentions, technical development and their realisation.
The deliberately small scale of DDM ARCHITECTUUR allows Dirk De Meyer to remain personally involved in every project, from the initial concept to its final realisation. Supported by a dedicated team and specialised consultants, he remains closely involved throughout the entire process, from the first sketch to the smallest construction detail.
Alongside his professional practice, Dirk De Meyer has maintained an active involvement in architectural education. He has taught urban planning in Belgium and serves as a guest professor in Zhengzhou and Chengdu in China.
Selected Recognition
Selection 'Stone Houses' – Phaidon - House B
Selection 'Masterpieces around the World' – Braun - House B
Selection 'Beautiful Houses by the Water' - Images Publishing - House B
Kadens, Diksmuide — Invited Competition, 2nd Prize
Yuanye Awards 2020 — Grand Prize — House B
Yuanye Awards 2020 — Award of Excellence — Goddeeris HQ
Steel Construction Awards — Special Prize — Goddeeris HQ
ArchDaily — 50 Best Projects of 2019 — House B
ArchDaily — 5 Best Houses of 2019 — House B
Archilovers — Best Project of 2019 — House B
Roeselare Awards — Best Project — Goddeeris HQ
Steel Construction Awards — Nomination — House B
Monuments and Conservation Award — Winner — Castle of Nevele
International Architecture Awards — Second Prize — Institutional Concept
BIS Architecture Award — Winner — 1 Becomes 3
International Zinc Trophy — Winner — 1 Becomes 3
East Flanders Architecture Prize — Nomination — 1 Becomes 3
West Flanders Architecture Prize — Bronze Award — Club77
Guangzhou Daily Cultural Centre — Invited Competition — Guangzhou
Poelberg — Invited Competition, First Prize and Commission
Mu-shan Cultural and Industrial Park, Chengdu — Invited Competition, Second Prize
TBM Housing — Invited Competition, First Prize and Commission