Villa Savoye
Le Corbusier · Poissy, France · 1931
Villa Savoye is a seminal example of Modernist architecture, completed in 1931 by Swiss-French architect Le Corbusier. Situated in Poissy, France, this private residence encapsulates Corbusier's "Five Points of Architecture": pilotis lifting the mass off the ground, a free plan, a free facade, horizontal ribbon windows, and a roof garden. Its pure geometric form and functionalist approach profoundly influenced 20th-century architectural design. The villa's white, pristine exterior and open interior spaces emphasize light and a connection to the landscape. A central ramp provides a promenade architectural, guiding visitors through the various levels and experiences of the house. Villa Savoye is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site, celebrated for its innovative design and its significant contribution to the development of the International Style.