The biggest ressources in terms of lofts and un-usual spaces are to be found in the former industrial and “crafty” areas. In paris, these are the 17th, 18th, 19th arrondissements, the sentier (2nd) and Bastille (11th).
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where are they?
Posted in history, tagged atelier, conversion, industrial spaces, Paris on April 3, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
atelier
Posted in history, offers, tagged atelier, history, Paris on March 21, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Lofts originated in Paris in the mid 19th century as artists’ ateliers. The oversized paintings of the time required expansive high-ceilinged studios — the first lofts.
the one pictured below, located in the 18th arrondissement is currently for sale by the auction house Drouot.
