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Over 50 years after his death, Charles-Edouard Jeanneret-Gris, better known by his pseudonym Le Corbusier, continues to be the topic of much discussion. With his postwar designs now classified as UNESCO heritage sites, he left an everlasting mark on the history of twentieth century architecture. Nonetheless, despite the widespread success of his work, the man himself remains controversial today.
Duy Anh Nhan Duc is a botanical artist and plant visual artist. He works with flowers and plants to create immersive works that evoke fragility and ephemerality.
In the heart of Paris, Caroline Prégermain perpetuates and modernizes ancestral know-how. She is a master glassmaker. It's a fascinating craft, a skilful blend of technique and creativity that gives rise to a work of art as spectacular as it is delicate: stained glass. For as long as she can remember, Caroline has been fascinated by glass. By its transparency, by its color, and by the life that emanates from the material when it comes into contact with light. The young teenager, who had initially opted for wood and metal sculpture, eventually graduated from the École Nationale Supérieure des Arts Appliqués et des Métiers d'Art Olivier de Serres, specializing in stained glass. It was a choice of the heart that Caroline made almost 40 years ago, and one that has been a matter of course for her ever since. There have been moments of doubt, especially in the early days when stained glass wasn't as popular as it is today: "Glass really came back into fashion 4 or 5 years ago. Back in the 90s, interior designers weren't thinking of using stained glass, as it echoed the Belle Époque and religious decor. That's why master glassmakers were mainly involved in renovations and heritage projects," she recalls.
A major aesthetic wave of the 1950s and 60s, the "Space Age" is once again the stuff of dreams, as if the architecture and design associated with the pop idea of a future in space were coming back into its own. One of Engel & Völkers' trendy inspirations for your next property project?
The history of Paris has a strong influence on its architecture. When it comes to Parisian architecture, the name Baron Haussmann springs immediately to mind, but building styles from other periods can be found everywhere. Architectural styles have followed political influences since the early 19th century. If you are looking for a property of character in Paris, take a look at the different real estate architectural styles and the history behind them.
With its wallpapers and furnishing fabrics, the Pierre Frey brand defends a certain idea of French luxury. A refined aesthetic shared by Engel & Völkers, to highlight your future interior.
Located between Nice and Monaco, Villefranche-sur-Mer is renowned for its sheltered bay, colourful façades and historic streets. A holiday rental in Villefranche-sur-Mer offers the opportunity to enjoy this Mediterranean setting in accommodation suited to your stay, whether you are looking for an apartment with sea views, a villa with a terrace or a pied-à-terre in the heart of the old town. With Engel & Völkers, explore a selection of properties on the French Riviera and benefit from the guidance of a dedicated property advisor to help refine your search.
Clémentine Brandibas se considère comme une brodeuse « organique ». Et pour cause. Fascinée par les éléments naturels, elle a découvert dans la broderie la possibilité de recréer « le mouvement vivant de la nature en matérialisant la notion de croissance lente, fragile et précieuse ». En créant des micro-paysages, elle révèle la complexité et la beauté de ceux qui l’intriguent tant.
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