Mansart

A neoclassical house dating from 1875, incorporating decorative elements in the Louis XV style, is now divided into apartments. It has been restored to its original character following a restoration of the roof and walls in accordance with best practice.

The four facades were renovated, taking into account the different materials and construction techniques, after a thorough investigation and fruitful discussions with the Architecte des Bâtiments de France.
It was decided to apply a lime wash and mineral paint, a traditional process that reveals the relief of the facades. The upper base was reworked with rockwork and repointed with lime mortar.

photo_credit D.Rocco
D.Rocco

The craftsmen faced multiple technical challenges when repairing the zinc roofing in order to reinvent a roof that met energy and architectural requirements: the roof incorporates thermal insulation and ventilation is ingeniously provided by a double strip of zinc astragal.
Each of the bricks making up the chimney stacks was hand-painted to restore the original flamboyant trio of colors: ochre, vermilion, and dark brown.
The marquee and metalwork—railings and shutters—were also restored with the help of an artistic ironworker and a master glazier.

photo_credit D.Rocco
D.Rocco
photo_credit D.Rocco
D.Rocco
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