Antigone
Antigone is a modern residential quarter in Montpellier featuring open squares, symmetrical building arrangements, and wide walkways throughout. The architecture integrates housing with commercial and public functions, creating an ordered layout where plazas and open spaces occur at regular intervals.
The quarter was founded in the 1980s as part of a major urban development project designed to modernize Montpellier. It marked a turning point in city planning by merging classical urban concepts with contemporary design approaches.
The neighborhood takes its name from the ancient Greek tragedy, reflecting the architects' desire to bring classical ideals into modern urban design. This influence is visible in how the streets are organized around symmetric plazas and the careful arrangement of buildings that echo historical town planning concepts.
The area is very walkable with level, wide pathways and regularly spaced plazas that help with orientation. Visitors should allow time to stroll through the different sections at their own pace to get a sense of how the neighborhood is laid out.
The quarter was designed by renowned Catalan architect Ricardo Bofill, known for merging classical forms with modern thinking. His distinctive style shapes every corner of the development, making it a notable example of contemporary urban composition.
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