Villa Gillet, Historic villa in Croix-Rousse district, Lyon, France
The Italian-style residence features varying building heights, low-slope roofs, horizontal façades with painted friezes, and terraces with projective balconies across 4.5 hectares.
Architect Joseph Folléa constructed the villa between 1911 and 1913 for the Gillet family, who revolutionized textile manufacturing with their black silk dyeing technique.
The building now functions as an international center for contemporary writing, hosting literary festivals, conferences, debates, and cultural exchanges throughout the year.
Located at 25 rue Chazière, the property includes the main villa, a former caretaker's house, stables, and two entrance gates from rue Chazière and montée des Esses.
The city of Lyon initiated a restoration project requesting historical photographs from 1911 to 1980 to document architectural details for preservation purposes.
Location: 4th arrondissement of Lyon
Architects: Joseph Folléa
Address: 25 Rue Chazière, 69004 Lyon, France 69004 Lyon
Opening Hours: Monday-Thursday 14:00-18:00; Friday 14:00-17:00
Phone: +33478270248
Website: http://villagillet.net
GPS coordinates: 45.77524,4.81663
Latest update: November 4, 2025 08:46
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