For the conversion of a building that occupies nearly the totality of the block between the Rue Bréguet and the Rue du Chemin-Vert, we first sought to create a built system that would be open in such a way as to constitute a network of pathways and walks. To do so the existing monolithic built volume was cut into “pieces” linked only by a main walkway.
The resulting five pieces have become more autonomous, and between them create different morphologies of space.
Based on the existing structure, we created building elements, giving priority to a large depth, in the neighbourhood of 18 metres. These depths coincide approximately with the structural grid of the existing building.
The overall levels of the floors were also preserved. The first three levels are quite high, whereas the upper stories are lower in height. All the floors are intended for offices delivered on a speculative basis and will be laid out in such a way as to provide a private access hall and independent sanitary facilities.