Sophie Bertels runs a home-based interior design business — Puur Wonen — and delivers projects for both B2C and B2B clients. Together with her husband, who specializes in custom work using reclaimed building materials, she forms an entrepreneurial duo. Their home serves at the same time as a showroom, workplace, and family residence. This brought with it specific needs.
The challenge: open living with privacy
Due to the combination of living and working, their home was highly accessible. Suppliers, clients, and sales representatives regularly dropped by unannounced. This created a constant flow of visitors, even outside working hours.
The boundary between work and private life became completely blurred. Moments of rest were interrupted, and there was a need for more control and security. A well-thought-out solution with a high-quality gate became essential.
The solution: customization and smart technology
After comparing several providers, Sophie found her way to De Sutter Naturally. The personal approach and flexibility immediately made the difference. Everything was open for discussion and fully tailored to their situation.
They chose a custom-made wooden gate in padouk, a durable wood species that develops a beautiful grey patina over time. The gate was not only aesthetically integrated into the whole, but also technically equipped with smart access control.
Today, each family member and employee has their own personal access. Suppliers can enter in a controlled way via a code, and remote opening is also possible. Through her smartphone, Sophie can always see who is at the gate.
The experience: peace of mind and trust
For Sophie, one element was decisive: trust. Given their busy schedule, they were looking for a partner who could take over the entire process.
From first contact to installation, everything went smoothly and transparently. Communication was accessible and personal. The team actively contributed ideas and provided a solution that perfectly matched their lifestyle.
Choosing sustainable materials was an obvious decision. As with their other renovation projects, long-term quality was central.
The result: peace, security, and ease of use
The impact of the gate is clearly noticeble today. The home has once again become a private space, without compromising accessibility for clients and suppliers.
The combination of security, ease of use, and aesthetics results in a solution that is used intensively on a daily basis, without concerns.
As Sophie herself puts it:
"We are very satisfied. The quality and durability speak for themselves. I would definitely recommend it."
