91 housing units in Gennevilliers. "A ciel ouvert" by Christophe Rousselle
09/05/2022.
[Gennevilliers] France
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The Parisian architectural firm led by Christophe Rousselle has completed the project of 91 housing units in Gennevilliers, a French commune located in the department of Hauts-de-Seine, 10.5 km northwest of the center of Paris.
It is a set of six volumes at different heights located in the same block as the Parc des Chaussons, surrounded by a very rich context in which the neighboring buildings and constructions are in tune with the project both in size and height, as well as in the contemporaneity of their forms.
It is a set of six volumes at different heights located in the same block as the Parc des Chaussons, surrounded by a very rich context in which the neighboring buildings and constructions are in tune with the project both in size and height, as well as in the contemporaneity of their forms.
A ciel ouvert by Christophe Rousselle. Photograph by Heiner Babon.
A ciel ouvert by Christophe Rousselle. Photograph by Heiner Babon.
A ciel ouvert by Christophe Rousselle. Photograph by Heiner Babon.
A ciel ouvert by Christophe Rousselle. Photograph by Heiner Babon.
A ciel ouvert by Christophe Rousselle. Photograph by Heiner Babon.
A ciel ouvert by Christophe Rousselle. Photograph by Heiner Babon.
A ciel ouvert by Christophe Rousselle. Photograph by Heiner Babon.
A ciel ouvert by Christophe Rousselle. Photograph by Heiner Babon.
A ciel ouvert by Christophe Rousselle. Photograph by Heiner Babon.
A ciel ouvert by Christophe Rousselle. Photograph by Heiner Babon.
A ciel ouvert by Christophe Rousselle. Photograph by Heiner Babon.
A ciel ouvert by Christophe Rousselle. Photograph by Heiner Babon.
A ciel ouvert by Christophe Rousselle. Photograph by Heiner Babon.
A ciel ouvert by Christophe Rousselle. Photograph by Heiner Babon.
A ciel ouvert by Christophe Rousselle. Photograph by Heiner Babon.
Site plan. A ciel ouvert by Christophe Rousselle.
Ground floor plan. A ciel ouvert by Christophe Rousselle.
First floor plan. A ciel ouvert by Christophe Rousselle.
Second floor plan. A ciel ouvert by Christophe Rousselle.
Third floor plan. A ciel ouvert by Christophe Rousselle.
Fourth floor plan. A ciel ouvert by Christophe Rousselle.
Fifth floor plan. A ciel ouvert by Christophe Rousselle.
Sixth floor plan. A ciel ouvert by Christophe Rousselle.
Section 1. A ciel ouvert by Christophe Rousselle.
Section 2. A ciel ouvert by Christophe Rousselle.
Northeast elevation. A ciel ouvert by Christophe Rousselle.
Northwest elevation. A ciel ouvert by Christophe Rousselle.
Southwest elevation. A ciel ouvert by Christophe Rousselle.
Southeast elevation. A ciel ouvert by Christophe Rousselle.
The complex called "A ciel ouvert", was designed by Christophe Rousselley, the building is located within a larger block, in which the south overlooks a park and north-facing streets, volumes and shapes respond to the variety of homes that can be found within the set, which only have one thing in common, they all open at least at one point outdoors, offering different views, thanks to the geometric diversity.
Constructively, the French architect's project is distinguished by structural simplicity, which translates into the possibility of varying geometrically on both coordinate axes, recessing and creating volumes to form the different floors, giving the building its character, the six volumes that make up the residential space are linked together by glass walkways.
The image that the project gives off thanks to its construction, is of a light building, despite its magnitude, but the large overhangs, the discontinuity of the facade, with the volumes protruding and sinking, and the materials used, avoid the image of massiveness that other residential buildings can give.
Constructively, the French architect's project is distinguished by structural simplicity, which translates into the possibility of varying geometrically on both coordinate axes, recessing and creating volumes to form the different floors, giving the building its character, the six volumes that make up the residential space are linked together by glass walkways.
The image that the project gives off thanks to its construction, is of a light building, despite its magnitude, but the large overhangs, the discontinuity of the facade, with the volumes protruding and sinking, and the materials used, avoid the image of massiveness that other residential buildings can give.
Description of project by Christophe Rousselle
À ciel ouvert – Gennevilliers
Located in the central lot of Zac Chandon-République Gennevilliers, the 91-unit mixed-housing project faces the park. The orthogonal plan adopts a relatively simple and sober organization that gives a particular identity to the place, dividing the project into six volumes of different heights, linked together by glass walkways. The roof of the buildings was conceived to preserve unobstructed views so that the apartments have a visual connection to the park located in the center of the block.
The structure has been simplified to the maximum to give free rein to a game of vertical and horizontal planes and the identity of the project is defined by the strong presence of the cantilevers and the fine protective mesh of the balconies.
All the apartments have multiple orientations and are open to the outdoors at least one point, generating a rich geometric complexity.
The buildings, with simple and varied shapes, oscillate between solidity and lightness due to the alternation of two materials on the façade: stainless steel and exposed concrete. The use of concrete as a solid base on the ground floor and as a structural element on the floors contrasts with the shiny stainless steel sheets that give the building movement and dematerialization.
The entire intervention, located in the heart of the urban park, between the built mass and the vegetal mass, highlights a rich volumetry by responding precisely to its context.
Special attention has been paid to the design of each floor so that they can benefit from different perceptions during the day, delivering spacious double rooms open to the light.
The exterior spaces make each room especially surprising and give the impression of living on the top floor thanks to these exterior spaces.
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Architects
Christophe Rousselle. Architect.- Christophe Rousselle, project chief.- Jean Phillipe Marre.
Collaborators
Technical studies - Enercia, structure - Kuzu, economy - Lemmonier.
Area
Land area.- 1,262 m².
Constructed area.- 7,030 m².
Constructed area.- 7,030 m².
Dates
Project start.- 2013.
Completion.- 2016.
Completion.- 2016.
Manufacturers
Structure.- reinforced concrete with anthracite gray finish, cladding.- bright stainless steel plate, vertically set, edges of slabs + facades stone cladding type "Stonepanel", windows.- PVC thermopane placse anthracite finish with built-in roller curtain, railings.- metallic anthracite finish.
Location
4 Av. Chenard et Walker, 92230 - Gennevilliers, France.
Photography
Christophe Rousselle
Christophe Rousselle. The studio of architect urbanist Christophe Rousselle was founded in 2004 and develops projects mainly in France, Asia and Latin America. Recognized for its signature conceptual work, Christophe Rousselle designs projects based on experimentation with the notion of “open volume,” proposing a singular image each for project.
Prize winner of the Nouveaux Albums des Jeunes Architectes in 2006, Christophe Rousselle is also known for being regularly invited to work on the themes of densification and height in France and abroad. Each project undertaken by the firm meet rigorous requirements with regard to environmental quality and integrates thinking from diverse thematic fields such as spatial planning, design and even sociology. A specific approach that clearly posits the notion of sustainable development as a driver of creativity for the architectural heritage of tomorrow.
Prize winner of the Nouveaux Albums des Jeunes Architectes in 2006, Christophe Rousselle is also known for being regularly invited to work on the themes of densification and height in France and abroad. Each project undertaken by the firm meet rigorous requirements with regard to environmental quality and integrates thinking from diverse thematic fields such as spatial planning, design and even sociology. A specific approach that clearly posits the notion of sustainable development as a driver of creativity for the architectural heritage of tomorrow.
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