The Lowdown
If you're partial to losing an hour (or three) scrolling through dreamy interiors on Pinterest, then a quick hop, skip and a jump — alright, a 15-minute drive — to Zaandam might be in order. Welcome to Van Dijk & Ko, an interiors lover's treasure trove that feels rather like stepping inside your favourite Pinterest board. Think beautifully sourced vintage cabinets, tables, benches, chairs, chests and all manner of quirky curiosities to delight the interior designer within. It's the sort of place you pop into for a leisurely browse and leave wondering how you ever lived without an authentic antique Romanian folk-art bench. You didn't know you needed one. Now you absolutely do.
The Vibe:
Don't be put off by the rather uninspiring industrial surroundings. Step inside this enormous warehouse and it's an entirely different story. Forget dusty, lacklustre vintage and antique shops filled with things that have seen better days.
At Van Dijk & Ko, everything feels thoughtfully sourced and beautifully curated, with characterful pieces at every turn. This is vintage with love, care and a seriously good eye.
Inside the Aisles:
Where to begin? There are rustic wooden tables, beautifully worn wooden chests, brightly painted cabinets, antique chairs and benches in various shapes and sizes. Some pieces have been lovingly restored, others cleverly repurposed, but all have that wonderful sense of character that mass-produced furniture simply can't replicate.
And it's not just furniture that catches the eye. Shelves are filled with colourful enamel jugs, large glass jars, ceramics, baskets and decorative finds, while stacks of patterned textiles and linen add another layer of temptation.
Whether you're hunting for a statement piece or simply something lovely to bring home, there's an awful lot to fall in love with here.
Worth The Hype?
If you love the thrill of the hunt when it comes to interiors, the joy of stumbling across something truly unique, or simply finding those special little touches that bring history and character into your home, Van Dijk & Ko is well worth the short car journey to Zaandam.
