Wednesday, August 17, 2011

Villa Savoye




This was a very interesting excursion.  Took the RER to Poissy about an hour ride outside Paris to visit Villa Savoye.  
Built by Le Corbusier in 1928 as a weekend country home it is now owned by Le Centre des Monuments Nationaux a branch of the French government which conserves, restores and manages historic buildings. 


The style of Le Corbusier’s era aspired to represent the machine age.  New construction techniques were based on the use of concrete, steel and glass.






A very interesting place.   Because it was a very sunny day the light inside the house reflecting on the angels and curves was amazing.  Well worth the long ride to see it