Contemporary renovated apartment

Situated in the 1st arrondissement of Marseille, this apartment enjoys a central and dynamic location. It is just a 15-minute walk from the historic Le Panier district and 10 minutes from Gare Saint-Charles.

The Building Canebière is well-served by public transport (Metro M1, Tramways T2 & T3, buses), and all amenities (shops, services) are within easy reach.

The Building Canebière, a nine-story building with clean lines, stands out in Marseille’s urban landscape. Its imposing silhouette blends classical aesthetics with modernity. The curved façade, adorned with regular railings, opens onto the street while softening its angle.
Recognized as 20th-Century Heritage, this building embodies the architectural principles of Fernand Pouillon. It reflects his focus on residential comfort, natural light, space optimization, and the well-being of occupants. The project also symbolizes his urban vision for post-war reconstruction.

Built on the site of the Nouvelles Galeries de la Canebière, a flagship of Marseille’s retail trade constructed in 1901 and thriving until its destruction by fire in 1938, the building was designed after World War II. Architects Fernand Pouillon, Jean-Louis Sourdeau, and René Egger envisioned a “city-building”, a pioneering concept. Constructed in reinforced concrete with a regular horizontal grid, it was designed for multiple uses, incorporating housing, offices, and a commercial gallery to meet the needs of Marseillais. As a showcase for the architects and a testament to their expertise, the Building Canebière once housed the Pouillon-Egger agency.

Architect and urban planner Fernand Pouillon (1912-1986) was one of the major figures in France’s post-war Reconstruction, designing 50,000 housing units as well as numerous public buildings and facilities. His work spans from Marseille to Aix-en-Provence, the Paris region (Meudon-la-Forêt Park residence, 1957; Point du Jour complex in Boulogne-Billancourt, 1959-1963), Algeria, and Iran.

His designs are distinguished by harmonious integration with the site, rigorous proportions, and the use of noble materials. Pouillon also valued collaboration with artists, including sculptors, ceramicists, and landscape architects. In his approach, he combined stone, wood, and ceramics with concrete, metal, and glass, blending modern lines with vernacular inspirations while considering the culture and customs of the inhabitants.