Le Corbusier's Unité d'Habitation (1952) in Marseille is one of the most influential buildings of the 20th century. This Brutalist housing block — a vertical city for 1,600 residents with internal streets, shops, and a rooftop terrace — established the template for social housing worldwide and remains a pilgrimage site for architects.
The Vandelay collection · France
Architecture in Marseille
Take a closer look at Unité d'Habitation | Radiant City by Le Corbusier. This guide focuses on one documented place in Marseille.
1 building in this collection
- Architects
- Le Corbusier
A closer look
About Unité d'Habitation | Radiant City
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Before you explore
- What does this Marseille guide cover?
- Vandelay currently documents 1 building in Marseille. This page introduces that place, with links to styles and architects. It is not a complete inventory of the city’s architecture.
- Can I visit the buildings shown here?
- A building’s inclusion does not mean its interior is open to visitors. Check the venue’s official website for current access, opening hours and booking requirements before planning a visit.
- Does this guide include a walking route?
- The website offers a selection of buildings and architectural context, rather than a fixed itinerary. In the app, use the map to find documented buildings and AR to see nearby places with live distances.
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