Feathers&Nest
“Don’t wait to buy real estate, buy real estate and wait.”
Soft feathers make a warm nest, and that’s what we consider our core business. Our passion for real estate flows from a desire to build or search a nest for our buyers; a home that perfectly captures the soul of the resident or a business location that perfectly reflects the identity of the company. For our clients wishing to sell, we will find the ideal buyer.
We are active in the real estate sector in Belgium, among others as investor as well as recognized BIV real estate agent (501960). We also work on real estate development abroad, for example as project developer in Sri Lanka since 2010.
With the correct approach real estate is always a great investment opportunity that provides the necessary security. Investing is obviously about the numbers, but at Feathers&Nest we also add emotional value; with all our projects we focus on the financial as well as the sentimental aspect.
Feathers&Nest allows you to invest in real estate without worries, because we accompany you along the entire journey with heart and soul! Real estate is simply embedded in our DNA.
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Elephaz
“Everything begins with a strong idea.”
Elephaz is a think tank for business ideas and startups. We don’t only launch our own concepts and projects, but also create a space where both starting and experienced entrepreneurs can share their innovative ideas with us in order to achieve cross-pollination together. The fascinating thing about startups, and also the main reason why we find it worth getting involved and investing in them, is the fact that they often approach products and services differently than the established companies. In this way, they invariably inject new and valuable dynamics into the economy.
We evaluate all opportunities based on authenticity and potential, as well as whether they fit in with Elephaz's overall philosophy. Preferably, they also offer an effective solution to a concrete problem that people are facing.
Numerous cooperation models are possible, such as investment, coaching, advice or setting up a joint venture. Do you just need someone to discuss your big ideas with? An external person who acts as a sounding board? We can also perfectly act as a purely periodic sparring partner or buddy. Tell us what your ideas are. Even if you already have a strong pitch, our intense battery of questions will provide you with additional insights. An outsider who, without any interest, thinks along with you, out of the box. An analytical thinker with a broad knowledge. A critical spirit from outside your organization or circle who has no issue to go against you. Achieving meaningful insights together with a focus on growth and an absolute emphasis on a sustainable future. Plenty of incentives that will only benefit the development of your idea, organization or company. Either way, we make sure that you can break with your old patterns. Whatever we determine together as the best collaboration model, we are happy to assist you in achieving your ambitious goals and growing faster.
At Elephaz we are multiple serial entrepreneurs; we draw our strength from startups and the creation of new dynamics. Our hunger and drive for innovative and authentic concepts and ideas, as well as for solution and result-oriented companies, led us to found Elephaz.
The love for elephants, which is only reinforced by our activities in Sri Lanka, led to the name Elephaz. Yes indeed, derived from elephants! Their powerful mind, intelligence, group spirit and the fact that, as the largest land mammals, they are extremely nice, loyal and compassionate, completed the picture. They represent family as well as individuality and strength as well as understanding. Humanity can learn a lot from them. In a way, the image of the mighty elephant also serves as a reminder to always strive for sustainable business models. Elephants are unfortunately an endangered species and it is certainly important to continue to pay the necessary attention to them. Elephaz is therefore intended to continue to remind us that we must respect our planet, and this already in the concept and ideation phase.
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Black Husky
“Art speaks where words are not enough.”
Black Husky was born in 1994 from a passion for art, in whatever form, and for freedom in general. Arts have a strong autonomy. They must meet little or no external demands and dogmas. In fact, art doesn’t “have to” do anything. Art is free, the artistic minds are free. This allows them to hold up a mirror to society without being punished by it. This was the starting point for creating Black Husky, to support and promote artistic freedom as a defining symbiosis.
The Art Agency allows me to constantly intertwine both my professional and private life with art and the creativity that comes with it. Developing an own art collection, acting as an agent for numerous artists, participating in hundreds of art fairs at home and abroad, organizing exhibitions at private and public locations, you name it. Especially the authentic moments with the artists themselves, often late at night after a few nightcaps, are an absolute added value in my life. They provide the perfect counterbalance to the conditioned design of our social, societal and economic framework. The fact that I’ve been around for a while now, has led me to only engage in activities that really fascinate me. And in the case of art this means the type of art that earns my respect because of its realness and authenticity. By the way, art and authenticity are almost the only advantage we still have over the digital storm surge that drags us into a tsunami of superficiality. Creativity is frequently underestimated, at the expense of an often over-reliance on research, strategy and technological know-how. During my many travels, I constantly noticed that the latter approach simply doesn’t always work. In India, for example, 95% of the population benefits more from a refrigerator made of clay that keeps food cool and uses no electricity than the most sophisticated refrigerator that exists. Standard solutions are of no use here, but rather creativity in abundance!
Fire of Love, Oil on Canvas, h50cmx50cm, https://www.chathuranga.art
Integrity Hoots, Oil on Canvas, h90cmx90cm, https://www.chathuranga.art
Above all, art enables me to acquire a creative attitude that I, as a multiple and serial entrepreneur, can apply time and time again to make projects and companies a success. As a result, I can also avoid linear thinking in interim, change, project and crisis management, and rather offer out-of-the-box solutions that provide breathing space in the short term and have a lasting positive impact in the long term. These actions can only succeed if, just like an artist, I am given the freedom to hold up a mirror to others, and of course always myself. As a recognized mediator, I also guide my clients in the direction of creative solutions that are win-win for both and supported by both. For almost 3 decades now I have had the privilege of being very involved with art and especially the people behind the art, which has convinced me that creativity is a great resource for, amongst others, lateral and fractal thinking, which should form the foundation of both a fit economy and a healthy social system. By the way, the new economy is green, social and innovative!
As for Black Husky, I only have “Love & Gratitude”. Art, the freedom around it and the emotions that it releases, are the common thread through both my private and professional life. It is precisely this commitment that ensures that original and innovative thinking has become my natural and functional reflex in everyday and economic life. Creativity has become a mindset for tackling challenges, conflicts and even crises in a positive way. Lateral and fractal thinking are now intertwined in my DNA.
The name Black Husky, like many good things in life, came about through a combination of circumstances. The pieces of the puzzle suddenly fell into place perfectly: my love for dogs, a memorable trip to Finland and the characteristics of the Husky itself. They are independent and inquisitive, have an aesthetically pleasing look, a fascinating energy, a strong sense of exploration and they are enormously resourceful in often harsh conditions. As far as I'm concerned: the perfect match, the perfect name.
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Alain Tijtgat, Ba., Lic., Ma.
alain@mangrovec.com
Feathers & Nest Real Estate
Elephaz Investment
Black Husky Art Gallery
8020 Oostkamp, Belgium