Atelier Carpeaux

Atelier Carpeaux is an Art Nouveau building on Boulevard Exelmans in the 16th arrondissement of Paris. Its symmetrical facade features two levels of cut stone with eight blue-framed windows on the upper floor, framed by red brick sections.

Architect Hector Guimard renovated the building in 1895, adding sculptures to the facade as a tribute to sculptor Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux. This work represented one of Guimard's early designs before he became known for his distinctive Paris Metro station entrances.

The building is named after sculptor Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux and shows how artists designed their own working spaces in Paris. The facade with red bricks and blue-framed windows reflects the style that defined the city at the end of the 19th century.

The building sits on Boulevard Exelmans and is easily accessible by public transport. The nearby Exelmans Metro station on Line 9 is just steps away, making a visit straightforward for anyone in the neighborhood.

The architect's signature appears on the lower right section of the ground floor facade, offering visitors a direct connection to Guimard's hand and work. This detail is easily overlooked but marks an important moment in his career before his Metro station designs became iconic.