The premiere of the series of Maxima Zorreguietawhich follows its insertion into Dutch royalty, until become Queen of the Netherlands, aroused the curiosity of several viewers about the luxurious lifestyle of the royal family. Among the properties where royalty stays, there is one that stands out in particular: The Huis ten Bosch Palace.
Located in Hague, is a historic royal residence of the Netherlands. It was built between 1645 and 1648built in the Renaissance style, with influences from classical Dutch architecture. Since that time, the palace has been the residence of various members of the Dutch royal family and the setting for important events and ceremonies.
Before Máxima and Guillermo made the Huis ten Bosch Palace their main residence, this was once the Home of Princess Beatrice from 1980 to 2013the year in which he abdicated the throne. However, it is far from resembling the property where the king’s mother and former queen of the Netherlands lived.
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Facade of the Huis ten Bosch Palace.
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The royal palace was the scene of major renovations between 2013 and 2019, the year in which King Willem-Alexander with Queen Maxima and the princesses moved there. The works cost several million euros, €63.1 million to be exact.
What the luxurious Huis ten Bosch Palace looks like after the renovations
Although the current kings decided to make several renovations, its essence remains intact. The main façade is decorated with ornamental details, including a pediment and a series of symmetrical windows. While the interior of the palace stands out for its luxury and elegance, with rooms decorated with antique furniture, tapestries and works of art reflecting the opulence of the era in which it was built.
Huis ten Bosch Palace Huis ten Bosch Palace is the residential palace of King Willem-Alexander, Queen Máxima, Princess Amalia, Princess Alexia and Princess Ariane in The Hague. Photo 1 – Back of Huis ten Bo Palace (4).jpg
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The palace is Located in the Haagse Bos forestoffering a natural and peaceful setting close to The Hague. It is no coincidence that the gardens of the residence receive most of the praise and are the setting for several of the royal family’s photo shoots.
As for the interior, the renovations gave it a more modern and colorful look worthy of admiration. Blue Room This is one of the most outstanding spaces. The walls are covered with designs by Maurice Scheltens and Liesbeth Abbenes that tell the story of the kings: they recreated the cloak worn by the king on the Day of his coronation up to the Klein blue dress that Máxima wore during the ceremony.
Huis ten Bosch Palace Huis ten Bosch Palace is the residential palace of King Willem-Alexander, Queen Máxima, Princess Amalia, Princess Alexia and Princess Ariane in The Hague. Photo 1- Back of Huis ten Bo Palace (1).jpg
The blue drawing room of the Huis ten Bosch Palace.
He DNA Hall is another space that captures attention. The name is due to the fact that it has on its walls a design by Jacob Van der Beugel composed of 60,000 yellow pieces that They represent the genetic code of kings.
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Huis ten Bosch Palace Huis ten Bosch Palace is the residential palace of King Willem-Alexander, Queen Máxima, Princess Amalia, Princess Alexia and Princess Ariane in The Hague. Photo 1 – Back of Huis ten Bo Palace (2).jpg
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The property has approximately 150 rooms, including a library, meeting and leisure spaces, and the king’s personal office. There are also rooms with various works of art, a Ballroom. As well as rooms decorated with cultural influences from other countries such as the Chinese and Japanese Hall.
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Chinese Hall at Huis ten Bosch Palace.
Huis ten Bosch Palace Huis ten Bosch Palace is the residential palace of King Willem-Alexander, Queen Máxima, Princess Amalia, Princess Alexia and Princess Ariane in The Hague. Photo 1 – Back of Huis ten Bo Palace (3).jpg
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What is “Máxima, the series”, available on Max
“From the moment Máxima Zorreguieta appears next to the Dutch Crown Prince, she is in the center of attention. When Willem-Alexander asks her to marry him, The past catches up with her and a heated discussion ensues”, explains the synopsis of the series.
It begins with the first meeting between Máxima and Willem-Alexander, in 1999, in Seville.From there, he tells a story that not only addresses the romantic side, but also brings into play the loyalty and values of Máxima, which allow her to make a place for herself in royalty.
