INTERVIEW: Madelon Meijer — On Interiors, Memories, and Meaningful Moments

INTERVIEW: Madelon Meijer — On interiors, memories, and meaningful moments

Sometimes you meet someone who effortlessly combines atmosphere, style, and emotion. Madelon Meijer is one of those people. Through her Instagram account @madelonmeijer, she inspires daily with warm interior images, personal stories, and stylish details. She lives with her partner Jaimy and daughter Fayen in a beautiful apartment in Hoorn. During the pandemic, she also took a big step: she launched her own webshop, Behind the Door.

In this interview, we dive into her world: from interior style and favorite brands to cherished memories and future plans.

A home as a sanctuary

For Madelon, interior design is all about balance.

“Simplicity, serenity, and warmth.”

You see this reflected in everything: soft colors, a mix of straight and rounded shapes, and accessories that subtly stand out without dominating. Her style isn't a fleeting trend, but a conscious choice for timeless living.

Timeless favorites

If there's one element Madelon can't live without, it's lamps.

Where she used to have rooms without lighting, she has approached it completely differently in her current home. Each lamp is carefully chosen and contributes to the atmosphere — both functionally and aesthetically.

Quality with a story

For Madelon, quality goes beyond material or price.

“The story behind a product makes it special.”

She consciously chooses items where you feel there's attention and meaning embedded. Think of designs with a background, creators with a vision, and products that aren't just 'decoration' but truly add something to your living environment.

From house to home: family moments

Her most beautiful moments? They are often found in the small things.

Together with her family, she loves to spend a night away:

• A hotel with a bath (a must-have!)
• Discovering new places
• Relaxing together

For daughter Fayen, a fixed ritual has now become part of this: getting bath bombs before they leave.

Children's room inspiration

When it comes to the children's room, Madelon has clear favorites. Brands that combine style, playfulness, and quality are at the top of her list.

But what really stands out in Fayen's room is a personal item:

The power of a personalized design

Madelon chose a TERRA-design poster because of:

• Its visual serenity and appearance
• The changing star map based on time
• The luxurious gold foil details

“Fayen calls them the ‘glitters’ and keeps looking at them.”

A great example of how a personal item is not just decoration but also creates an experience.

Memories that last

Not all valuable moments are grand or spectacular. Sometimes, it's precisely the small, recurring moments that mean the most.

Madelon shares a special story about her father-in-law, who for years drove her to the train station early in the morning. Those quiet coffee moments and conversations have now become irreplaceable memories.

“Especially now, they mean even more.”

The power of the senses

Memories often return to her through scent.

A perfume, a shower gel, or even an everyday smell can instantly transport her back to a specific moment:

• The birth of Fayen
• Her high school years
• Cherished loved ones

This makes scent the strongest anchor to the past for her.

From dream to webshop: Behind the Door

Entrepreneurship had been on her mind for a while. Eight years ago, she already started a small webshop, but it didn't feel like the right direction.

Now it does.

With Behind the Door, she has found her passion:

• Interiors for adults and children
• A mix of well-known and emerging brands
• A carefully curated assortment

Her mission: to create a place where you can find products that truly contribute to a warm home.

Future plans and dreams

Madelon looks ahead both personally and professionally.

• Personally: expanding her family
• Professionally: developing her own product line

This combination of ambition and emotion characterizes her approach — everything she does comes from authenticity.

What you can take away from this interview

Madelon's story shows that a strong interior is more than just styling. It's about:

• Conscious choices
• Personal meaning
• Timeless elements
• Memories that last

And perhaps most importantly: creating a home that feels like your place.