Maison Orré, house in Saint-Pierre, France

Maison Orré is a two-storey Creole house at 50 rue Désiré-Barquissau in Saint-Pierre, La Réunion. Its upper floor has light blue horizontal wooden siding with white trim, two windows on the left, a central white-framed balcony door with louvered panels above a white railing, and one window on the right. The lower level has three wide openings with pale woven blinds between white pilasters, resting on a dark brick base; a brick-paved walkway leads to the facade between palms.

The house was constructed between 1825 and 1856 and stands as a typical example of a traditional creole home from that period. Over time it has retained much of its original appearance, making it a valuable record of 19th century local building practices.

The house reflects how local residents used wood and simple designs to create comfortable living spaces suited to the warm tropical climate of the 19th century. The front porch served as a social space for relaxation and gathering, which was a defining feature of creole homes from that era.

The house can be viewed from the street and is protected by fencing and security bars on its windows. Its designation as a historic monument ensures the building is maintained in good condition for visitors and future generations.

During the 2006-2007 restoration the wooden roof was replaced with zinc, the timber structure was treated against termites, and the wood panels were repainted in a lavender blue. Outbuildings judged out of keeping with the residence were demolished, and hot water is solar with no air conditioning.