ArchDaily | Broadcasting Architecture Worldwide https://www.archdaily.com/ Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://assets.adsttc.com/doodles/archdaily-logo-feedly.svg 026CB6 https://www.archdaily.com/1022991/10-patios-villa-maignial-architectes-and-associes Fri, 01 Nov 2024 03:00:00 +0000 Pilar Caballero https://www.archdaily.com/1022991/10-patios-villa-maignial-architectes-and-associes The project is located within the perimeter of the "Le Castelet" urban development zone (ZAC) in the municipality of Clapiers. The plot is situated on "Island I," Lot 1, with an area of 1858 m². The land has a slight slope from north to south. The project aims to construct 10 "patio" villas as social housing with an option to buy. The villas are grouped into two clusters of 6 and 4 units, with a central landscaped area and parking.

]]> https://www.archdaily.com/1022899/rehab-of-a-languedoc-villa-maignial-architectes-and-associes Thu, 31 Oct 2024 13:00:00 +0000 Valeria Silva https://www.archdaily.com/1022899/rehab-of-a-languedoc-villa-maignial-architectes-and-associes Above all, it was the generosity of the garden that captivated the owners and led them to acquire this 1960s Languedoc villa, which was not entirely to their taste. For the owners, the priority was to rid the house of the profusion of artificial elements (false fireplaces, false arches, false beams...) to rediscover a true architectural expression. The volume of the house was considerably simplified, and the newly simplified forms became more pronounced.

]]> https://www.archdaily.com/1022898/les-megalithes-des-monts-de-lacaune-et-du-haut-languedoc-maignial-architectes-and-associes Wed, 30 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000 Valeria Silva https://www.archdaily.com/1022898/les-megalithes-des-monts-de-lacaune-et-du-haut-languedoc-maignial-architectes-and-associes The region of the Monts de Lacaune, located in the Haut-Languedoc massif, is an area rich in history, varied landscapes, and cultural heritage. Known for its high-quality waters and pure air, the region is dotted with spectacular panoramas and majestic peaks, such as the Roc des Écus. During the time of Celtic Gaul, this region was inhabited by the Tectosages and preserves an important archaeological heritage, including menhir statues dating back to the Neolithic. These megalithic monuments, distinguished by their anthropomorphic figures, represent one of the largest concentrations of menhir statues in Europe, offering a fascinating glimpse into the beliefs and practices of our ancestors.

]]> https://www.archdaily.com/1022577/thermal-and-architectural-renovation-of-the-architecture-school-of-montpellier-maignial-architectes-and-associes Tue, 22 Oct 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Valeria Silva https://www.archdaily.com/1022577/thermal-and-architectural-renovation-of-the-architecture-school-of-montpellier-maignial-architectes-and-associes The Montpellier Architecture School, situated in the Plan des 4 Seigneurs district, has undergone a significant transformation to embrace ecological priorities. The renovation project serves as a model of responsible architecture and an educational tool, aiming to balance heritage preservation with eco-friendly adaptations. Originally built in 1970, the school has seen various alterations, some in harmony with the original design and others not. In today's context, ecological transitions are crucial not only in architecture but across society. The project aimed to integrate architectural rehabilitation with thermal renovation, preserving the existing while accompanying the building in its ecological transition.

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