The long monotone high-rise blocks now appear to be made up of several elegant and harmonious frames. This impression is reinforced by the anthracite underpinning, which disappears in contrast with the white of the coating, making the whole appear as if it is levitating.
The Prunier Hardy residence in Bagneux also has a tower, which is both tall and imposing. Again, terracotta here offers a qualitative aspect to a dated and damaged building. Unlike the work done on the high-rise blocks, this has been used to emphasise the verticality of the tower. Chosen in the same colour range, grey/beige and bluish-grey as per the other buildings, the Piterak is found on the two opposite gables. Sober and discreet, this visual effect energises all perspectives, changing an angle of little interest into a real architectural feature. Whether it is the tower or the twin high-rise blocks, thanks to the assembly sketch the whole effect offers a degree of unpredictability, where previously blandness reigned. The assembly sketch, underlined and reinforced by the choice of matte and enamelled Piterak, offer reflections on the façades that change based on the onlooker’s perspective and the time of day. Custom-made aluminium railings with floral decorations and sliding shutters complete the exterior, which now looks like it has just risen from the earth. A genuine feat!