Immeuble Clarté

Immeuble Clarté is a nine-story residential building in Geneva featuring glass facades and modern construction from the 1930s. The structure includes double glazing, sliding windows, and three asymmetrically positioned balconies on both north and south sides that bring additional brightness to interior spaces.

Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret completed this residential project in 1932, setting new standards for modern housing construction. The building emerged during a period when architects were seeking new solutions for dense urban living spaces and experimenting with materials like steel frames and glass.

The building stands as a symbol of modern living in Switzerland, showcasing how innovative design principles shaped residents' daily experience. The open floor plans and generous windows reflect a philosophy that placed light and space at the center of urban life.

The ground floor displays features of accessible residential construction with two entrances and glass brick walls that facilitate public access. Inside, bicycle storage and storage areas are arranged to serve residents' practical daily needs.

A distinctive architectural feature is the glass tile dome above the eighth floor that channels light directly into the stairwells. This element demonstrates how the designers optimized every aspect of the building for brightness and functionality.

Location: Genève-Cité

Location: Geneva

Inception: 1932

Architects: Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret

Architectural style: modern architecture

Floors above the ground: 9

Part of: The Architectural Work of Le Corbusier, list of cultural properties in Geneva / Cité-centre

Address: Rue Saint-Laurent 2–4, 1207 Genève

Website: https://sites-le-corbusier.org/fr/immeuble-clarte

GPS coordinates: 46.20000,6.15667

Latest update: December 10, 2025 14:54