Ancien siège de l'Humanité, Modernist monument in Saint-Denis, France
The Y-shaped glass structure features curving lines and reflective surfaces that create a strong visual contrast with the nearby Saint-Denis Basilica.
Oscar Niemeyer designed this building between 1987 and 1989 to serve as headquarters for L'Humanité newspaper, a major French left-wing publication.
The building represents a fusion of Brazilian modernist architecture with French urban planning, incorporating local heritage considerations near the historical basilica.
After extensive renovations costing 40 million euros, the building will house 400 government employees from Drieets services by 2025.
The structure's distinctive Y-formation responds to the triangular plot constraints while maintaining clear views of Saint-Denis Basilica from multiple angles.
Location: Saint-Denis
Inception: 1987
Architects: Oscar Niemeyer
Official opening: 1989
Architectural style: modern architecture
GPS coordinates: 48.93625,2.36097
Latest update: March 11, 2025 01:26
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