At the heart of the Marais district; 76, Rue Saint-Antoine and the adjoining plot at 1, Rue de Turenne sits a 17th century existing building, built on a very narrow site. This building has been preserved and refurbished by Chartier - Corbasson by creating a new facade for the gable-end that bears traces of a buidling that was demolished to make way for Rue de Turenne. The Architects have also enlarged the upper floors to create more spacious accommodations. The gable has been opened out to provide the best possible views while an exterior skin has been added to protect the newly created spaces and give them a certain coherence. The housing units comprises of 2 and 4 room flats and loft-style studios which are accessible by open-air staircases leading up from the interior courtyard. Each flat has a terrace or a balcony and all rooms open onto a central living room thus reducing the need for corridors.
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