Caserne des pompiers de la Benauge, Modern fire station in La Bastide district, Bordeaux, France
The Caserne des pompiers de la Benauge is a modern fire station in Bordeaux with multiple buildings arranged around a central courtyard. The main structure rises nine stories and features a distinctive aluminum facade, while a residential wing along the Garonne is supported by pillars and accommodates emergency vehicles and workshop spaces.
The fire station was constructed between 1950 and 1954 by architects Claude Ferret, Yves Salier, and Adrien Courtois on the site of the former Bordeaux-État railway station. It emerged during a period of post-war reconstruction and modernization in Bordeaux.
The aluminum facade features geometric patterns and bold color accents that reflect early modernist design principles. Visitors can observe how the building's careful composition integrates with the riverside setting along the Garonne.
The building is readily visible from public pathways along the Garonne and can be observed from the riverside. Visitors should know that the facility has not operated as an active station since 2024 and access is limited to exterior viewing.
The aluminum facade was designed by Jean Prouvé, a renowned French designer known for pioneering innovative materials and modular construction methods. His approach made the station a notable example of industrial design in post-war architecture.
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