Galeries Lafayette, Art Nouveau department store in Haussmann District, Paris, France.
Galeries Lafayette is a department store in the Haussmann District that features a striking glass and metal dome rising from its central atrium. The structure spans multiple levels with ornate architectural details throughout its interior and exterior surfaces.
The building opened in 1912 when architects Georges Chedanne and Ferdinand Chanut completed its innovative metal framework design. The structure represented a new approach to combining steel construction with traditional stone cladding in department store design.
The department store organizes seasonal window displays that showcase French craftsmanship through mechanical figures, fashion pieces, and decorative arrangements.
The rooftop restaurant on the seventh floor offers outdoor areas where you can dine or stand while viewing the surrounding city. This location provides a viewpoint over the neighborhoods and landmarks of central Paris.
In 1919, pilot Jules Védrines landed his biplane on the rooftop terrace of the store, demonstrating the strength of the structure. This daring feat made headlines and became part of the building's memorable history.
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