Located in Haut-de-Seine department, the project takes place in a peaceful suburb town close to Paris, in Ile-de-France.

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Architects: Atelier Lame Architecture

Location: Hauts-de-Seine, France

Area: 400.0 sqm

Project Year: 2016

Photographs: Lionel Macor

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Located in Haut-de-Seine department, the project takes place in a peaceful suburb town close to Paris, in Ile-de-France.

© Lionel Macor

It involves the renovation and extension of a traditional stone house, perfectly situated on a quiet street and benefiting from a large green plot. 

Plan

Unoccupied during several years, the main desire was to renovate the existing house all the while preserving its original architectural features. The extension was also driven by the will to respect the existing built and natural environment. 
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Adding an extension made sense mainly as there was a need to make the living areas on the ground floor larger. This floor consists of the two living rooms, both north and south facing, a corridor lined with a collections of CDs and vinyls and a kitchen as the central component of the home. 

Section

The numerous openings breaks down the relation between interior and exterior, creating a cosy feeling and connection with the natura...