Canton

Canton is a villa in Baarn designed with a symmetrical facade, curved dormer windows, and a central projecting tower spanning two stories beneath a composite gable roof. The interior maintains its original room configuration with principal spaces oriented toward the garden.

An earlier structure built in Chinese style occupied the site until 1910, when architects Theodoor Gerard Schill and D.H. Haverkamp designed the current building. This redesign marked a transition from the previous era toward a more contemporary villa style.

The name Canton references historical trade routes and connections between Europe and Asia, reflecting the owner's business interests of that era. Visitors can see how this commercial heritage is expressed in the building's architectural choices.

The grounds are accessible from outside, offering views of the architecture and attached structures on the property. Any exterior modifications require environmental permits from local authorities before work can proceed.

An eight-sided garden pavilion stands on the grounds alongside the main villa, built during the same period in the 1910s. This charming secondary structure often goes unnoticed by visitors exploring the property.

Location: Baarn

Architects: Theodoor Gerard Schill

Official opening: 1910

Address: Javalaan 7

GPS coordinates: 52.20962,5.29427

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:01