Damgan, in the French Brittany, has developed an important seaside tourism growth since the 1950s.
Taking advantage of its geographical location, close to the Vilaine estuary, the city has many villas and hotels to accommodate tourists. In this context, the agency Anima Architects created in 2017 a housing complex of 12 second homes.
The use of slate on the facade was very relevant for the architectural firm.
Christophe Le Dirach, associate architect said:
“This is a stylish choice, the atypical use of slate on the front gives rhythm to the entire building”.
The mineral and natural appearance of the product particularly appealed to the project manager.
In addition, the natural slate durability was decisive for the future owners.
“Often with a wooden cladding, the client fears the maintenance. With natural slate, this concern is minor since the durability simplicity“.
The use of 3 formats provides dynamism to the facade while emphasizing the homogeneity of the whole development. The appearance is reinforced by the with light coloured ground floor. Moreover, the invisible fixings used contribute to reinforce the horizontal lines of this contemporary architecture style.
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Other case studies
More than 250 roofs are installed per day around the world with our slate.
Natural slate CUPA PIZARRAS has been highly valued by architects and has been selected for important projects within many cultural and historic buildings of interest, modern architecture or the construction or renovation of traditional housing.
Other case studies
More than 250 roofs are installed per day around the world with our slate.
Natural slate CUPA PIZARRAS has been highly valued by architects and has been selected for important projects within many cultural and historic buildings of interest, modern architecture or the construction or renovation of traditional housing.
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