Marcel Lebesque
With a sharp eye for detail and a passion for timeless design, Marcel Lebesque translates personality and emotion into spatial experience. His interiors are thoughtful, warm, and balanced — places that not only look beautiful but truly feel like home.
Establishment
The company was founded by Willem Lebesque, the son of a printer, who opened a wallpaper and upholstery workshop in 1907 at Demer 42 in Eindhoven. The business developed into an interior design company that gained many commissions from the emerging class of manufacturers. Clients included textile and cigar manufacturers such as Henri van Abbe (Karel I), Garvelink, Van Hussen (Abonnee), and Kersten (Willem II). Members of the Philips and Van Doorne families, as well as the Municipality of Eindhoven, were also among its clients.
Years of Crisis
During the economic crisis of the 1930s, most of the work involved repairs. The same was true during World War II, when it became difficult to obtain textiles and mainly repair work could be carried out. On December 6, 1942, the Lebesque building on the Demer was completely destroyed during British bombings. The twelve people who worked there were able to continue their work in rented spaces at Hotel Schimmelpenninck and Peek & Cloppenburg. A temporary shop was set up on Hooghuisstraat.
After the liberation on September 18, 1944, the company flourished again, stimulated by the reconstruction period. Various industrial clients returned, including the Philips and Van Doorne families, as well as the Municipality of Eindhoven and institutions such as the Binnenziekenhuis. In 1951, the company moved into the building at Stationsplein 4, a former bank. The owner (Wim) made many trips to the Orient to purchase hand-knotted carpets. In 1965, when a second store opened in Tilburg, an Iranian business associate was also present.
Development
After 1980, the company evolved from a furniture and carpet store into a complete interior design firm offering total concepts, including realization.
Relocation and TV Work
In 1993, the company moved to Hoogstraat 301, the former rectory of the Saint Lambertus Church in Gestel. Here, a new showroom was established.
As the customer base continued to grow, increasingly complex and comprehensive projects were designed and executed for both private and commercial clients, including projects throughout the Netherlands and abroad in Belgium, Germany, France, and other parts of Europe.
From 1996 to 1997, M.J.M. (Marcel) Lebesque presented interior design programs on national television for broadcasters SBS6 and KRO.
In 1997, he joined Smets Moderne Interieurs in Valkenswaard and co-founded NIA (Nederlandse Interieur Ateliers – Dutch Interior Studios) with Ruys Interieurs in Zeist. These collaborations yielded what was expected and were concluded again in 2000.
Royal Warrant
In 2007, the company celebrated its 100th anniversary and was subsequently granted the title of “Purveyor to the Royal Household” in 2008.
Difficult Period
In 2013, Lebesque Persoonlijke Interieurs B.V. filed for bankruptcy. Immediately afterward, the fourth generation took over and relaunched the company.
Alongside the design and realization of interior projects, the company also became active in temporary shops (so-called Pop-Ups) and organized various events.
Rise and Store
In the fall of 2018, a new physical store was opened at Pisanostraat 53, 5623CB Eindhoven.
In collaboration with two renowned manufacturers — Passe Partout and Haans Lifestyle — a concept store was launched under the name Homestories by Lebesque.
However, it soon became clear that clients still preferred direct contact supported by a showroom and office for inspiration.
Ultimately, in 2024, it was decided to discontinue the retail concept and refocus on personal guidance in interior development.
Marcel Lebesque Concepts
Marcel Lebesque Concepts focuses on designing and realizing interiors where aesthetics, functionality, and personality come together.
From Eindhoven, Marcel Lebesque works on exclusive projects for both private and commercial clients.
His work is characterized by a balanced combination of vision and craftsmanship: every detail is carefully considered, and each material is consciously chosen.