Le clos des fées - Paluel (76)

Building an ecovillage

The development of the Clos des Fées is intended to be in line with the societal challenges of the rural world. It attempts to reconcile ecology and living together, sustainable development and habitat. Located on the edge of the village and facing the sea, it endeavours to capture the strong characteristics of the place: the changing lights, the wind, the vegetation, the horizon.

Built with local bio-based materials (wood, thatch), the site houses facilities designed to attract local residents as well as neighbouring communities: a community centre, a covered forecourt, three artists' studios, two holiday cottages and a potting workshop.

These programmes are located in a 2-hectare landscaped park comprising various public spaces: shared gardens, a park with country plants, a children's playground, a play area for teenagers, etc. The residential section, located in the continuation of the existing housing estate, comprises 18 cottages.

Reference sheet

Contracting authority
Contracting authority

Project managment
CoBe, Mutabilis

Program
Construction of 18 cottages, a 2-hectare landscaped park,
a shared house, 2 holiday cottages, 3 artists' studios

Missions
Urban planning Urban project management for the development of the ecovillage
Architecture complete architectural and urban planning services

Area
4 890 m²

Cost
11.2 M€ HT

Certifications
THPE

Photos
Luc Boegly

Delivered in 2013