Villa Dall'Ava

Villa Dall'Ava is a residential structure in Saint-Cloud divided into three sections suspended on steel columns with glass and reinforced concrete elements. The building sits on sloping terrain with interconnected living spaces and open areas that create visual and physical flow between sections.

The building was designed by renowned architect Rem Koolhaas and his office between 1985 and 1991 as a residential commission. The project brought forward-thinking design principles to a traditional suburban setting in the Parisian region.

The residence earned protection as a registered monument, signaling that it represents a significant moment in French architecture. This recognition shows that modernist design now holds value alongside the classical houses that typically define the region.

Access to the interior is limited since it remains a private residence and is not typically open to the public. The exterior and facade details can be viewed from public areas, allowing architecture enthusiasts to appreciate the design from the street.

Each section of the house features contrasting exterior materials: one is clad in natural aluminum while another is covered in red copper lacquer. This deliberate contrast in finishes visually separates the three sections and highlights their different purposes.