Jean Prouvé's Prefab Chalet in Château-Arnoux-Saint-Auban Threatened by New Mayor
A prefabricated chalet designed by Jean Prouvé in 1942 in Château-Arnoux-Saint-Auban, France, is at risk. The building, classified as a historic monument, was slated for renovation supported by the former mayor and a local residents' association. However, the newly elected mayor now questions the project, viewing it as a waste of public funds. This is one of the first kit houses by Prouvé, created during the German occupation.
Key facts
- Jean Prouvé designed the chalet in 1942.
- The chalet is located in Château-Arnoux-Saint-Auban, Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, France.
- The building is classified as a historic monument.
- Renovation was pushed by a residents' association and supported by the former mayor.
- The new mayor considers the renovation a waste of public funds.
- The chalet is one of Prouvé's earliest prefabricated houses.
- The design was created during the German occupation of France.
- The future of the chalet is now uncertain.
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Locations
- Château-Arnoux-Saint-Auban
- Alpes-de-Haute-Provence
- France