Château d'eau de la Guérinière, Modern water tower in La Guérinière district, Caen, France.
The water reservoir features sixteen concrete beams radiating from a central core, creating a distinctive elliptical structure in the urban landscape.
The building, designed by architect Guillaume Gillet and engineer René Sarger, was constructed between 1955 and 1957 to serve surrounding neighborhoods.
The structure stands as a major innovation in French industrial architecture, combining water storage capabilities with commercial space functions.
The water tower, located at 812 Place de la Justice, currently houses a post office and garage in its lower section.
The structure holds 3000 cubic meters of water and incorporates thin vaults with glass panels to provide natural light to the commercial space.
Location: Caen
Architects: Guillaume Gillet
Architectural style: modern architecture
GPS coordinates: 49.16210,-0.34395
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:07
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