PIERRES VIVANTES, LES MESSAGERIES – Paris (75)

69 social and intermediate housing units

The « Pierres vivantes » buildings in lots 5 & 6 are located in the heart of the sustainable « Les Messageries » neighborhood, south of Gare de Lyon. The project features load-bearing stone facades insulated with wood fiber and wood-concrete slab floors. The loggia facades, with wood frames and glazed terracotta, emphasize ecological commitment, while the low-carbon concrete structure completes the design. A thick southern facade with winter gardens improves thermal comfort and reduces heating needs. The ground floor hosts commercial spaces, creating dynamic and open living areas. The well-oriented apartments with generous outdoor spaces offer comfort and flexibility for residents.

CLIENT

ICF Habitat La Sablière SA d’HLM

DEVELOPER

Espace Ferroviaires

TEAM

Le Studio Sanna Baldé, Bond Society Architectes (lead architect), Demain paysage, OTCI, Khephren Ingénierie, Alto Ingénieurs, VPEAS, ACV

LOCATION

Paris (75)

MISSION

Full project management

PROGRAM

69 social and intermediate housing units, retail spaces on ground-floor

COST

€12.8 million (excluding taxes)

AREA

4.297 m² GFA

SCHEDULE

Design Phase Completed, Construction Start: Autumn 2024

CERTIFICATION

NF Habitat HQE Excellent level; circular economy / biodiversity, RE2020 exceeded, EGES PCE Carbon Level 2, BBCA Standard level, Biosourced Building Level 2

IMAGES

Jeudi Wang

STUDIO TEAM 

Laura Burgess, Juliette Villemer

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