Some 33 kilometres outside of Paris, in the town of Poissy, sits a true “design classic”, Villa Savoye. The work of seminal Swiss architect Le Corbusier ... the ground’s interior volume.

We’d been looking forward to visiting the Villa ... Le Corbusier had already become well-known internationally for his built and theoretical work, and so was engaged by the affluent Savoye ...

Among architects, the Villa Savoye is one of the most famous ... and a stunning view of a large interior courtyard, Le Corbusier's "hanging garden." The biggest surprise is the living/dining ...

The heightening of perceptual sensitivity experienced through total concept at Villa Savoye encourages a sense of unified delectation, as the churned blocky forms define the space and are picked ...

Le Corbusier ... some interior modifications, and can be visited by appointment. If you have one more half day to spare, take the train to Poissy and don’t miss a visit to the Villa Savoye.

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World Heritage Corb: one of the most important buildings by architect Le Corbusier from the 17 that have been to UNESCO's World Heritage List is Villa Savoye, the top-heavy weekend retreat created ...

Situated in Poissy, a small commune outside of Paris, Villa Savoye is one of the most significant contributions to modern architecture in the 20th century. Completed in 1929, Le Corbusier's ...

Havsteen-Mikkelsen's sculpture is a 1:1 replica of a corner of Le Corbusier's Villa Savoye that appears partially submerged – as if the building is sinking beneath the water. According to the ...