🏛️ The Architectural Work of Le Corbusier, an Outstanding Contribution to the Modern Movement
Couvent Sainte-Marie-de-la-Tourette, Éveux, France
The Couvent Sainte-Marie-de-la-Tourette, or Sainte Marie de La Tourette Convent, is a Dominican priory located in Éveux, France. It is one of the 17 architectural works by Le Corbusier that have been collectively recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site under the title "The Architectural Work of Le Corbusier, an Outstanding Contribution to the Modern Movement."
- 17 Le Corbusier architectural works designated as a collective UNESCO World Heritage Site across 7 countries
- Couvent Sainte-Marie-de-la-Tourette constructed 1953–1960 in Éveux, near Lyon, France
- Designed by Le Corbusier with associate Iannis Xenakis for a Dominican priory
- Key features: raw concrete (béton brut), pilotis, free facades, ribbon windows, roof terraces, and light cannons
The Couvent Sainte-Marie-de-la-Tourette is a Dominican priory in Éveux, France, and one of 17 architectural projects by Le Corbusier collectively recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built between 1953 and 1960, the convent exemplifies Brutalist design and embodies Le Corbusier's revolutionary approach to modern architecture. The building remains in active use as a place of worship and contemplation while serving as a significant destination for architectural study and tourism ...