Building in Paris can be a lifetime\u2019s challenge. And that for one single reason: available plot of lands in the French capital are so few these days. This is why, when Helene and Laurent ran into a plot for sale in the eastern reaches of the city, they wasted no time and jumped at the chance.<\/p>\n
\u201cOpportunities to build in Paris are so rare. There\u2019s hardly any land available,\u201d Laurent told the British daily The Guardian which reported about the modern house on the corner. Over four years, a three story modern building rose on the narrow plot of land, combining the latest trends in contemporary architecture with solutions answering the needs of a young family. Their home stands out among the shared apartment blocks and small workers\u2019 cottages typical of the area. The building\u2019s three stories are made from concrete and metal with large glass panes that fill each interior space with natural light.<\/p>\n
First of all, the two owners take great pride in their new home being an eco-friendly place. There are solar panels on the roof, a \u201cliving wall\u201d of plants outside and an efficient double-flow ventilation system that recuperates heat that would otherwise be lost. Rainwater is collected and recycled to provide clean water to the kitchen and bathroom. The house is just the prototype for the houses of the future, the two point out.<\/p>\n