This striking 1960’s brutalist concrete lair for sale in South Eastern France is available through Patrice Besse. Set in a heavily wooded location on the northern foothills of the Dentelles-de-Montmirail mountain range, the multi-level structure is connected by a number of external concrete staircases which also link the property's courtyards and terraces (the latter having wonderful valley and mountain views).
A result of an artistic collaboration between Claude and François-Stahly (weaver and sculptor) with their children Bruno and Florence-Stahly (both architects), the goal was to create an art studio in a natural setting to house monumental sculptures and communal studios. The successful result was the setting for the creation of a number of François-Stahly's monumental sculptures however after his passing in 1973, the site 'progressively lost its dynamism'. Sold to the CNAP (Centre National des Arts Plastiques – French National Plastic Arts Centre) in 1985 who transformed the property into an exhibition gallery, it was subsequently listed as a French Historic Monument in 1988.
An unusual, one-off creation, this property has serious lair potential. From its secluded woodland setting with stupendous mountain views to its brutalist architecture and almost fort-like appearance, the next owner will have the possibility of breathing new life in to the building whether as a permanent lair, vacation rental lair or even as a commercial property (all subject to planning permissions).
For sale with an asking price of €790,000 plus fees, to find out more click here for the listing on the Patrice Besse website.
