Nanterre's Aillaud Towers (1977) by Émile Aillaud are a Postmodernist social housing complex of sinuous cylindrical towers covered in mosaic murals — an attempt to bring colour, fantasy, and organic form to the Parisian suburbs.
The Vandelay collection · France
Architecture in Nanterre
Take a closer look at Aillaud Towers by Émile Aillaud. This guide focuses on one documented place in Nanterre and its postmodernist architecture.
1 building in this collection 1 style
- Architects
- Émile Aillaud
- Styles
- Postmodernist
A closer look
About Aillaud Towers
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Before you explore
- What does this Nanterre guide cover?
- Vandelay currently documents 1 building in Nanterre. 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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