planda and simon bauchet: LXV housing concept

‘LXV housing concept’ by planda + simon bauchet all images courtesy of planda + simon bauchet

french architects planda and simon bauchet have sent us images of their ‘LXV housing concept’. taking influence from jacques-agne gabriel’s ‘fresh room’ located in the gardens of versailles, the layout of the dwelling is a reinterpretation of the saint andre cross scheme. the pavilion consists of a central room which serves as a place for reception and circulation. situated on an ‘x’ axis, each branch that radiates from the core represents contemporary living arrangements associated with the elements: air is a dedication to relaxation, earth for work, fire is assigned to services and water for cleaning.

the pavilion is a kit-of-parts consisting of pieces made of industrial stainless steel and white wood panels for the exterior cladding, making the overall structure lightweight and each item necessary to the stability of the entire composition. elevated on stilts the dwelling has the flexibility to be installed in almost any terrain. it can be adapted to all contexts including spaces, parking lots, abandoned areas and in the nature landscape. it can also be re-grouped to provide protection from outside disturbances.

positioned in front of chateau de versailles