Saint-Job / Vivier d’Oie – Elegant three-sided house with a south-facing garden

Located on Avenue Prince de Ligne, close to Place Saint-Job, this elegant three-sided house of approximately 220 m² enjoys an elevated position set back from the street, ensuring privacy for its living spaces. Built in 1933, it was extensively redesigned and renovated by its architect owner from 2019 onwards. Enlarged with a contemporary rear extension, it now combines the charm of original features with bespoke fittings and generous views over a south-facing garden.

The garden level offers bright, open-plan reception areas, unified by microcement flooring. At the front, the fully equipped kitchen features Miele appliances and an induction hob with integrated extraction, extending into a discreetly incorporated study area. The dining room centres around a three-sided glazed Stûv fireplace, while the living room benefits from extensive built-in storage. Created in collaboration with Timbertailor, the bespoke cabinetry and furniture bring coherence to the interiors and cleverly conceal a second staircase leading to the principal suite.

Large corner glazing opens the living room onto the approximately 25 m² terrace and south-facing garden. The extension’s roof overhang helps regulate sunlight, while the terraced landscaping provides several level areas for enjoying the outdoor space. A Corten steel garden shed, designed to complement the extension’s façade, completes the setting.

Upstairs, the landing serves two bedrooms, a study area and a family bathroom with a double washbasin and provision for laundry facilities. Original moulded ceilings, wooden flooring, doors and door handles have been preserved, lending character and authenticity to this part of the house. An attic accessed via a hatch provides additional storage.

Situated within the extension, the principal suite enjoys lovely views over the garden and its leafy surroundings. Exposed timber joists emphasise its architectural character, while the green roof contributes to the room’s comfort. It includes a shower room and separate toilet, together with direct access to the living room via the staircase integrated into the bespoke cabinetry.

The lower level was comprehensively treated against damp, insulated and converted into habitable accommodation. Accessible both internally and through a separate external entrance, it comprises a versatile room approved under the planning permission as a playroom or study and currently fitted with a foldaway bed, a bathroom with shower, toilet and laundry area, an entrance hall with storage, and a technical room. This layout lends itself to various uses, including working from home or additional space for family life.

The renovation also encompassed the building’s technical installations: renewed electrical and plumbing systems, a gas condensing boiler, a C+ mechanical extract ventilation system, a renewed drainage network and acoustic insulation along the party wall. Below-ground areas were insulated and treated against damp, while particular attention was paid to the thermal performance of the extension’s building envelope. The extension and lower level feature double-glazed aluminium window frames; the original sections retain their double-glazed timber frames.

Place Saint-Job, its shops and restaurants, Saint-Joseph school and the Racing sports club are all within walking distance. Nearby Saint-Job and Vivier d’Oie railway stations, bus routes and shared-car services offer convenient transport connections.

Two parking spaces in the building opposite may be available to purchase separately.

Finally, planning permission granted in 2020 provided for a partially underground front extension intended to accommodate professional consulting rooms, with independent access and an internal connection to the house. The project was not carried out and the permission has now expired. It nevertheless offers a possible avenue for future development, subject to obtaining new planning approvals.