The Maison Cauchie is a listed building, built by artist couple Paul and Lina Cauchie in 1905 as their personal home, studio and calling card for their work. This is evidenced by the two signs on the façade: on one side “Mr et Mme Cauchie, décorateurs, Cours privé d’Art appliqué, peinture, dessins, broderie d’art, applications diverses” and on the other “Ateliers Cauchie, InstallationsModernes, Transformations originales d’Intérieurs et de Façades, Décoration, Peinture,Sgraffito, Broderie, Meubles, Tentures”. The architecture of the façade, inspired by the Glasgow School, combines symmetry, verticality and perfect geometry. In this respect, it differs from Victor Horta’s Art Nouveau vegetal line. As Paul Cauchie was one of the most prolific sgraffiti artists of his time, it’s only natural that he wanted to present an exceptional decoration on the facade and inside of his house to attract potential customers. The sgraffiti on the façade and inside the bel-étage are unique. In particular, the façade is adorned with one of Europe’s largest sgraffiti, and the front room of the bel étage is entirely decorated with it. But other techniques are also used, such as fresco, stained-glass, joinery (stair railings, openwork panelling, interior and exterior frames) and wallpaper. The former kitchen-cellars have been converted into a gallery to display the works and archives of Paul and Lina, also talented artists. Destined for demolition in the 1970s, the house was saved by a passionate couple who undertook an exemplary restoration project. In 1987, the sgraffiti on the belétage, hidden behind wallpaper since 1954, were brought back to life. In 1989, anasbl was created to provide a framework for the initiatives the owners wished to develop: tours, exhibitions and publications on Art Nouveau, Cauchie and sgraffiti. Since then, Maison Cauchie has continued to welcome numerous visitors and share its message of love and beauty.