Maison Francilienne by HEMAA Architectes combines architectural eras on a sloping Paris suburb site, resulting in a harmonious blend of history and modernity. In this project, Maison Francilienne retains the noble original structure while integrating a thoughtful extension that respects topography and preserves heritage.
Pierced with light on its flanks, the Artist Workshop is oriented towards the north and the views onto the lake. Spacious but intimate, the interior volume accommodates large formats of paintings. The minimalist play of surfaces and the rigor of the alignments put the artist’s work in scene and supports his concentration.
The homeowners of Bilateral House are a married couple with three girls. They purchased a lot with a 116-year-old Period Revival home in a mature picturesque neighbourhood in the city. As avid collectors of contemporary art and vintage furniture, they wanted to build a modern gallery-inspired home with high ceilings to display their collections artfully.
