L'archipel, Modern skyscraper in La Défense, France.
Description
L'archipel is a modern office tower in Nanterre with 24 floors rising approximately 106 meters high. The building features glass and steel facades organized in contemporary architectural forms and contains extensive workspace arranged vertically.
History
The tower was completed in 2021, marking a recent expansion phase of the La Défense business district. Its construction reflects the ongoing development of this major European economic center.
Culture
The building stands as a workplace hub in La Défense, hosting one of Europe's largest construction companies. Its presence reflects how this district has become a center for major international corporations and their operations.
Practical
The building sits near major public transportation connections, making it easily accessible for visitors and commuters. The surrounding plaza and public spaces around the tower offer areas to walk and observe the modern architecture up close.
Did you know?
The name L'archipel refers to the building's island-like form created by its varied volumes and terraced levels. Two celebrated architects collaborated to design this unusually shaped structure that departs from typical rectangular office towers.
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