Francilienne House: Where Old Meets New in Hauts-de-Seine
Experience the seamless union of historical and modern architecture in the suburbs of Paris with Francilienne House, a contemporary home extension designed by Hemaa. Situated in Hauts-de-Seine, France, this project breathes new life into an existing structure, marrying distinct architectural epochs and the area’s unique topography to create a sanctuary of privacy, elegance, and light.
About Francilienne House
Bridging Architectural Eras in a Parisian Suburb
Nestled in a Parisian suburb, a unique home expansion masterfully devised by Hemaa Architectes combines two contrasting architectural epochs, unified by the area’s distinctive topography.
Guardians of Historical Integrity
Deep technical and historical examination revealed a plethora of transformations inflicted on the original edifice, particularly volumetric expansions that had gradually undermined its structural integrity. Consequently, a decision emerged to split the dwelling along a supportive brick wall, preserving only the architecturally sound section. Breathing New Life into Old Stones
Demolished stones, meticulously saved on-site, found new purpose in constructing a fresh façade along the exposed load-bearing wall. The inventive extension, seamlessly integrating into the site’s natural terrain, resides half-buried on the street side. Meanwhile, it aligns perfectly with adjacent structures on the garden side.
Fusing Past and Present Through Design
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