Overview of all types of houses

Fermette, bel-etage house, care home, co-housing house … There are many different types of houses. Here is an overview of all types of houses with explanations!

1. All types of houses by construction

1.1. Vrijstaand huis

• Description: A house completely free standing, without shared walls with neighboring houses.
• Characteristics: Surrounded by private land, lots of privacy, often larger garden, no immediate neighbors.
• For whom: Suitable for families who value privacy and space, often chosen by those with higher budgets and children who like to play in the garden.

1.2. Halfopen bebouwing (halfvrijstaand huis, HOB huis, hoekwoning)

• Description: A house attached to another house on one side, but free on the other.
• Characteristics: Shared wall on one side, more light and space on the other side, often larger garden than row houses.
• For whom: Ideal for families who want a little more space and light than a row house offers, but cost less than a detached house.

1.3. Gesloten bebouwing (rijwoning, rijhuis, rijtjeshuis, tussenwoning, tussenhuis)

• Description: A house attached to other houses on both sides.
• Characteristics: Shared walls on both sides, often limited garden space, compact and efficient use of space.
• For whom: Suitable for people and families who want to live in a densely populated area, often more affordable than detached or semi-detached development.

1.4. Stadswoning

• Description: A dwelling in an urban setting, often part of a row of houses.
• Features: Compact layout, close to amenities and public transportation, limited outdoor space.
• For whom: Ideal for people who like living in the city and want to be close to all amenities.

1.5. Herenhuis

• Description: A large, stately home, with multiple floors and historic features.
• Characteristics: High ceilings, spacious rooms, often monumental architecture, multiple floors.
• For whom: Suitable for larger families, lovers of historic architecture and people who need lots of space.

1.6. Landhuis (hoeve, boerderij, cottage, fermette)

• Description: A charming and usually detached country-style home (such as a farmhouse or farmhouse).
• Features: Thatched roofs, wooden beams, cozy rooms, garden, rustic look, stone walls, spacious grounds.
• For whom: Suitable for people who like a rustic, cozy style of living, often chosen by families and retirees.

1.7. Woonchalet

• Description: A log home often located in recreational areas or parks.
• Features: Compact layout, wooden construction, located in a natural setting.
• For whom: Perfect for nature lovers and people who want a vacation feeling.

1.8. Pastoriewoning

• Description: A spacious, often monumental home traditionally occupied by a pastor.
• Characteristics: Large rooms, historic elements, often with garden, high ceiling, often located in village centers or rural areas.
• For whom: Suitable for families and lovers of historic homes with character.

2. All types of houses by layout

2.1. Eengezinswoning

• Description: A home intended for one family.
• Characteristics: Detached, semi-open or closed building, usually at least 3 rooms and usually a garden.
• For whom: Suitable for families of different sizes.

2.2. Bel-etage woning

• Description: A home where the main living spaces are on the second floor.
• Characteristics: Garage and storage space on the first floor, living rooms and kitchen on the second floor, often with balcony or terrace.
• For whom: Ideal for families who want separate living and working spaces.

2.3. Laagbouwwoning (bungalow, benedenwoning)

• Description: A house with only one floor: the first floor.
• Characteristics: Easy access without stairs, often with garden or terrace, sometimes an accessible home.
• For whom: Suitable for the elderly, senior citizens, people with mobility limitations (wheelchair, walker, difficulty walking) and young families.

2.4. Kangoeroewoning (meergezinswoning)

• Description: A dwelling consisting of 2 separate living units under one roof, often occupied by multiple generations.
• Characteristics: Separate living spaces with private facilities, shared entrance or common area.
• For whom: Suitable for families who want to live close together but still maintain their own privacy.

3. All types of houses based on amenities.

3.1. Assistentiewoning

• Description: A home including care and services for seniors.
• Characteristics: Emergency call systems, access to community facilities and activities, on-call care, often accessible housing.
• For whom: Seniors who live independently and receive daily care.

3.2. Zorgwoning

• Description: A home adapted to the resident’s care needs.
• Characteristics: Ground floor, adapted bathroom and kitchen, wide doors, emergency call systems, often living with other family members, friends or caregivers.
• For whom: People with care needs who want to continue living independently.

3.3. Seniorenwoning

• Description: A home specifically designed for seniors.
• Characteristics: Ground floor, wide doors, no thresholds, emergency call systems, access to common areas.
• For whom: Designed specifically for seniors who want independent living with additional features for safety and convenience.

3.4. Cohousing huis

• Description: A living arrangement where residents share common areas but also have their own private living unit.
• Features: Private residence with shared facilities such as kitchen, garden and common areas.
• For whom: Suitable for people seeking a sense of community and willing to share common spaces and responsibilities.

3.5. Passiefhuis

• Description: A very energy-efficient home with low EPC, consuming almost no energy for heating or cooling.
• Characteristics: Excellent insulation, airtight, often equipped with solar panels, heat pump, underfloor heating and possibly a home battery.
• For whom: Ideal for environmentally conscious people who want low energy costs and like to contribute to sustainability.

3.6. Atelierwoning

• Description: A home that combines a living space with a workshop.
• Features: High ceilings, lots of natural light, spacious and flexible rooms, separate entrance for workspace.
• For whom: Ideal for creative professionals who work from home.

3.7. Villa

• Description: A luxurious, spacious, detached home on a large lot.
• Features: High quality finishes, multiple bedrooms and bathrooms, large garden, often with pool and modern amenities.
• For whom: Suitable for families, luxury enthusiasts, professionals and investors who value comfort and privacy.

4. All types of houses by state

4.1. Opknapwoning (kluswoning)

• Description: A home in need of renovation and/or repairs.
• Characteristics: Lower purchase price, need for renovation, potential for value increase.
• For whom: Attractive to do-it-yourselfers, investors and people who want to renovate a home to their own taste.

4.2. Starterswoning

• Description: An affordable home suitable for first-time homebuyers, couples and families.
• Features: Affordable, compact size, low maintenance cost.
• For whom: Ideal for young buyers and first-time home buyers.

Sources: mortgage store, Framework, Stessens, Flanders, Wikipedia

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