Modern architecture in Paris includes the Grande Arche in La Défense, the Fondation Louis Vuitton by Frank Gehry, and the Bibliothèque François Mitterrand with its four towers. These structures exist alongside repurposed historical buildings like La Samaritaine, Bercy Village, and Halle Pajol.
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La SamaritaineA Art Nouveau and Art Deco masterpiece by Frantz Jourdain recently renovated.
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Fondation Louis VuittonAn art museum and cultural center designed by Frank Gehry.
A museum of architecture and monument heritage at Palais de Chaillot.
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Bercy VillageFormer wine storage vaults repurposed into charming shopping district.
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Viaduc des ArtsA beautiful viaduct rebuilt into art and craft studios.
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Passage du Grand CerfOne of the oldest and largest covered passages in Paris.
Four angular towers surround a wooden courtyard, resembling open books.
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Musée CarnavaletMuseum dedicated to the history of Paris, housed in two adjoining mansions.
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Le Centquatre-ParisThis former 19th century municipal mortuary now contains art galleries, studios and event spaces for cultural programs.
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Cité Internationale Universitaire de ParisThe campus contains 40 residences with varied architecture reflecting international building traditions.
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Halle PajolThe renovated railway building uses solar power and contains a library, shops and accommodation.
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Maison de VerreThe building completed in 1932 uses industrial materials like steel frames and glass blocks for construction.
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Arab World Institute BuildingThe cultural center features a facade with 240 motorized metal screens that automatically adjust according to sunlight.
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Atlantic GardenThe 3.5-hectare garden sits atop Montparnasse station and contains maritime plantings and water features.
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Grande ArcheA 110-meter-high cube containing offices and exhibition spaces that aligns with the historical axis of Paris.