Le Corbusier is undoubtedly one of France's best-known architects. One of his works is still accessible and can be visited in the Île-de-France region: head for Poissy, in the Yvelines, to discover the Villa Savoye. This listed building symbolizes all the architect's theories and skills.
This well-known Villa may no longer hold any secrets for you. But did you actually see it being built, between 1928 and 1931? The answer would normally be no... But that may change!
From February 18, 2023, a new virtual reality experience is taking place at the Villa Savoye. For 10 minutes, step back in time to the previous century and witness the creation of this exceptional monument.
The Archi VR - Le Corbusier experience takes us back to April 1930, to meet Eugénie Savoye. The architect's wealthy client is on her way to her country home in Poissy. During the journey, she gradually recalls thestory of the construction of this atypical villa: we discover her correspondence with Le Corbusier, the different stages of the building site, the problems they faced, the architect's innovative ideas...
Equipped with a VR headset, and without moving from our chair, we can visit each room of the villa, understand the construction techniques, discover the materials used, admire the architect's plans, hear his great theories that revolutionized the world of architecture... This immersive tour reveals every detail of the Villa Savoye's design.
It's a truly unusual experience, guaranteed to thrill all heritage and architecture enthusiasts! Try out this virtual reality tour now.
Dates and Opening Time
From February 18, 2023 to May 9, 2023
Location
Villa Savoye
82 Rue de Villiers
78300 Poissy
Prices
€4
Official website
www.villa-savoye.fr
More information
Every afternoon during the winter and spring school vacations, and at weekends.
