Villa La Roche, Modernist villa and museum in 16th arrondissement, France.
Description
Villa La Roche is a white concrete residence in the 16th arrondissement designed by Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret, featuring broad windows, flowing open spaces, and severe geometric forms arranged perpendicular to one another. The interior displays rational room divisions across multiple levels connected by a sculptural ramp that guides movement through the house.
History
Built between 1923 and 1925 for Swiss banker Raoul La Roche, the residence served as both home and art gallery and represents an early masterwork of modern design. It later became a museum and now houses the Fondation Le Corbusier.
Culture
The house was originally a private art collection space for banker Raoul La Roche, who displayed modern artworks here. Today, visitors can see how the white walls were deliberately designed as frames for viewing art and how the open layout invites contemplation.
Practical
The residence is located near Jasmin metro station on Line 9 and is easily reachable on foot. Visitors should note that the structure spans multiple levels connected by ramps and stairs, so comfortable footwear is recommended.
Did you know?
The interior features bare lightbulbs suspended from black metal tubes that create a stark contrast against the white walls. This unconventional lighting design was integral to the original concept of presenting artworks with minimal visual distraction.
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