Responding to a mixed-used program of living and working a shell was implemented into the ample volume of the existing industrial building. The newly introduced structure is detached from the ground floor only connecting through a cantilevering staircase. It defines a top and a bottom, creating a living space and one dedicated to working.

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Architects: CAIROS Architecture et Paysage

Location: Aubervilliers, France

Design Team: CAIR architecture et Paysage

Area: 170.0 sqm

Project Year: 2013

Photographs: Clément Guillaume

Budget: 150 000 ? HT

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From the architect. Responding to a mixed-used program of living and working a shell was implemented into the ample volume of the existing industrial building. The newly introduced structure is detached from the ground floor only connecting through a cantilevering staircase. It defines a top and a bottom, creating a living space and one dedicated to working.
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The semi-public working space on the ground floor is left very raw and open almost untreated.The newly introduced hovering structure by contrast has a very warm ambiance evoked by wooden surfaces and its sunbathed interiors.

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It comprises on the first floor a spacious living and di...