Maison Doulton

Maison Doulton is a house in Maisons-Laffitte with a facade entirely composed of ceramic elements and blue stones reflecting the Gothic style of the 1870s. Large pointed arches frame windows while elaborate decorative terracotta pieces cover the walls, demonstrating English architectural techniques of that era.

The house facade was created in 1878 for the Paris Universal Exhibition to showcase the ceramic production of the English Doulton and Lambeth company. After the exhibition ended, the decorated facade was relocated to Maisons-Laffitte where it stands today as a permanent structure.

The facade displays English ceramic craftsmanship through its decorative elements and blue stone details, representing a moment when British manufacturers gained recognition in France. These materials were valued for showing the skill of workers across the Channel.

The house is located on Avenue Pascal and can be viewed from the street since only the street-facing facade is protected as a monument. Walking along the front allows visitors to examine the ceramic details and decorations at their own pace without time constraints.

An angel figure sits at the peak of the facade representing love, adding a subtle artistic message for those who notice it. This sculptural addition shows how the company integrated symbolic meaning into what was essentially a product display.