Palais Fontette

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Carta - Reichen et Robert Associates - Palais Fontette

Conversion of the emblematic Palais de Justice Fontette in Caen, a building on the register of Historic Monuments, into an open and attractive place

Reveal and magnify: such are the project’s two major actions. Reveal what exists, of course, but also an “already there” as yet invisible to the eyes, a potentiality contained in the building’s very design. Magnifying the architectural heritage with discreet contemporary additions, respectful and the product of reflection.
The programme for the new Fontette is designed to lend economic support to the commercial town centre. As such it will:
- Magnify the quality of the heritage;
- Generate regional and national attractiveness;
- Strengthen the attractiveness of the western town centre;
- Open the place to the public (Caen residents and travellers)


Competitions : 2019

PROJECT OWNER
CITY OF CAEN

PROJECT SUPERVISION
Agent-developer: SOPIC Paris
Hotel operator: Melt
Seniors' residence operator: Groupe Montana
Musée des artistes Normands: Jacques Pasquier
Architects: Reichen et Robert & Associés
Heritage architects: Socréa
Engineering: AIA engineering

AREAS
29,126 m² floor area
3,272 m² floor area hotel /70-80 rooms, with 4 “clusters”
245 m² floor area, co-working facility
298 m² floor area, restaurant
686 m² floor area, museum space
684 m² floor area fitness centre / spa
5,333 m² floor area, seniors’ residence
399 m² floor area, other (commons/ gallery)

CREDITS
Perspectives: KAUPUNKI

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