Villa Savoye Poissy

Le Corbusier's Manifesto of Modernity Rising like a white ocean liner in its verdant setting in Poissy, the Villa Savoye, nicknamed "Les Heures Claires" (The Clear Hours), is one of the most celebrated icons of 20th-century architecture. Designed by Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret between 1928 and 1931, it embodies the perfection of the "five points of modern architecture": pilotis (columns), a roof garden, an open plan, ribbon windows, and a free façade. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this revolutionary villa redefined the art of living by placing light, hygiene, and circulation at the heart of domestic design. In 2026, a visit to the Villa Savoye remains a unique sensory experience, where interior and exterior merge thanks to its vast bay windows and its famous interior ramp. Wandering through its minimalist spaces, from the sun-drenched living rooms to the avant-garde kitchen, one appreciates the audacity of a work that still seems futuristic today. This national monument is not just a house; it's a habitable sculpture that continues to influence architects worldwide. Less than 30 minutes from Paris, it's an essential stop for design and art history enthusiasts.