Hôtel La Fantaisie Paris (France)
- Location Paris, France
- Architects Petitdidierprioux Architectes
- Technique(s) VMZINC Cassette, VMZINC Standing seam
- Aspect(s) PIGMENTO Green
- Application Type Facade
- Copyright Sergio Grazia
A garden in the city
Rue Cadet is one of the most historic streets in Paris, taking its name from the master gardeners who once supplied the court with fruit and vegetables.
Petitdidierprioux Architectes drew inspiration from this heritage when renovating the “La Fantaisie” hotel. The aim was to preserve as much of the structure as possible, remove the signs of outdated architecture and create a haven of greenery.
The façade, in PIGMENTO® green, pays tribute to the Parisian landscape with its unique hue. It blends in with the street, revealing the bedrooms protected by small balconies.
The choice of zinc is both aesthetic and symbolic. Zinc is a material deeply rooted in the city’s architectural history and has been used since the 19th century to cover the roofs of Haussmannian buildings.
Once past the hustle and bustle of the busy shopping street, you enter this haven of green peace, which really comes into its own at the rear of the building with its immense glazed area that invites calm and serenity.
The Hôtel La Fantaisie embodies a successful fusion of Parisian architectural heritage and modern design.
