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The architect has orchestrated a quest for lightness that is visible in the gradation of the structures: from the solid stilts at the base, the posts become thinner on the first floor, disappearing completely on the third level. The latter is crowned by a line of sunshades, the building's aesthetic signature. The ensemble is completed by the attic, added at a later date, offering a pavilion on the roof terrace--a space open to the outside and punctuated by the graphic rhythm of the V-shaped posts. The detail extends to the guardrails, which evolve from structural concrete to an elegant metal mesh frame, confirming the intention of lightness and finesse.
Renovated in 2017 by the FMAU agency, this corner building offers exceptional modularity. The interior layout has been completely redesigned to form a complex and ingenious plan interlocking two dwellings and a gallery. The complex is designed to function as a large family home or as two completely independent apartments and a multipurpose space. Each apartment has large terraces whose orientation preserves complete privacy.
The interior design of the complex is intended to be as close as possible to the 1950s style, preserving the original features that are still present. Particular attention has been paid to the colors, with a wide range of subtle seaside shades, giving each room its own identity.
A place that inspires the imagination and joie de vivre of Royan in the 1950s, perfect for year-round living, vacationing, and open to new projects.