Immeuble, 7 avenue Jean-Janvier, building in Rennes
The Immeuble at 7 avenue Jean-Janvier is a six-story mixed-use building with residential and commercial spaces, located at a street corner in Rennes. It features a rounded corner section topped with a dome, bay windows, and extensive mosaic panels covering portions of the facades.
The building was constructed in 1928 according to designs by architect Jean Poirier, who created multiple structures in Rennes between the late 1920s and mid-1930s. In 2014, it received official protection as a registered historical monument to preserve its architectural features and mosaic work.
The building takes its name from the avenue where it stands, honoring a figure important to Rennes' past. The mosaic work and decorative details reflect artistic values that local residents cherished in the early 20th century, showing how craftsmanship and beauty were woven into everyday urban life.
The building sits at an easily visible street corner and is accessible by foot, with shops at ground level for everyday errands. Since it is an occupied residential building with private spaces, visitors can view it from the exterior, with the mosaics and architectural details best appreciated from the sidewalk.
The mosaics were created in 1928 by Italian artist Isidore Odorico and underwent restoration in 2017 by craftspeople from his native village. This specialized restoration preserved the original artistic techniques and connected the building's story directly to the heritage of its creator.
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