A renovated house from the 1920s with a tree-dotted court, nestled in Lyon, in the city's Montchat neighbourhood - ref 125573
A renovated house from the 1920s with a tree-dotted court, nestled in Lyon, in the city's Montchat neighbourhood.
Lyon is France's third-biggest city. Lying in the beautiful Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, it is a hub at a crossroads between Mediterranean Europe and mainland Europe. The house stands to the east of Lyon's river peninsula, in the city's 3rd arrondissement. The Montchat district, where it lies, is like a true village within the city. The district is an heir to the town of Chaussagne, built back in Roman times. Today, it owes its appearance to the urban vision of Jean-Louis-François Richard-Vitton, who designed an innovative neighbourhood here in 1858, organised around small tree-dotted plots that form a geometric network of narrow streets with unique charm with their rammed-earth houses, gardens and parks. Life here includes local markets, shops and vibrant associations. Buses and trams are only three minutes from the house by foot, so the neighbourhood is well connected to the whole city. You can easily reach the city itself via the motorways A6, A7, A42 and A43, as well as the rail network. From Lyon Part-Dieu train station, you can get to Paris in two hours by high-speed rail. And from Lyon international airport, you can quickly reach cities in Europe and further afield.
The house from the 1920s stands in the calm, discreet neighbourhood around Place Ronde roundabout. As a former artist's studio, it bears witness to the district's past in craftsmanship. It has been renovated in a spirit that combines the plain forms of art deco with modern comfort. The home offers a 150m² floor area. It has a basement, a ground floor and a first floor. Each level is filled with natural light. The design of the facade stands out for its plain geometric forms and protruding sections, which are typical of the art deco aesthetics of the 1920s. The large rectangular windows, set in surrounds in relief, are also inspired by this trend and underline the priority given to natural light in artists' studios. Large cornices and horizontal mouldings underline the structure elegantly, bringing out its strength and sophistication. The main entrance door is framed between glazed panels, a configuration often found in artists' studios to maximise the reach of natural light inside. The choice of modern yet plain windows, set in black metal frames, reinterprets the original features that were typical of artists' studios from the period. Copper drainpipes and architectural articulation that is simple but distinct emphasise a desire to combine discreet ornamentation with practicality. Beyond an entrance gate equipped for security, there is a 100m² tree-dotted terrace edged with a wall of climbing jasmine that offers a sweet fragrance in spring and summer.
The houseA vast entrance hall connects to a lavatory. From this hallway, a staircase leads to the different levels and to an open-plan space for everyday living. Picture windows punctuate the walls and create a permanent link with the greenery outside. The fitted kitchen is modern and has a discreet utility space. The vast lounge leads out to a terrace. Its windows offer views of the lush garden, creating a seamless transition between the interior and the exterior. The first floor has two bedrooms with in-built storage spaces, as well as a room currently serving as an office with a private terrace. A separate lavatory and a bathroom with a bathtub and shower complete this level. The basement is made up of practical spaces. There is a double garage with an electric door. Private access to this garage avoids any inconvenience of outdoor parking. There is also a cellar and a space that has been turned into a fitness room.
