Jean Prouvé’s Villa Seynave in Saint-Tropez Is Seeking a New Owner for €3.5M
The midcentury prefab was originally designed to be transportable—although who could imagine removing the home from its pristine, tree-dotted site?
The midcentury prefab was originally designed to be transportable—although who could imagine removing the home from its pristine, tree-dotted site?
It’s not everyday that a Jean Prouvé–designed home hits the market, which makes this listing extra noteworthy. Set in the sought-after district of Domaine de Beauvallon, in Saint-Tropez, France, Villa Seynave dates back to 1962, and it has since been listed as a historic monument.
Towering trees and native vegetation create a tranquil environment around the home. Several beaches are located just a short walk away.
Photo by Manuel Bougot Photographe, courtesy of Architecture de Collection
The exterior is dressed with panels of varnished Rousseau wood. Jalousie windows help provide ventilation. "The house was built with the ability to be taken apart or dismantled," explains the listing agency. "Its component parts were put together, dovetailed, and bolted."
Photo by Manuel Bougot Photographe, courtesy of Architecture de Collection
The prominent craftsman and architect designed the structure using his aluminum and concrete Alba system, which he developed in 1950 with his intern, M. Silvy. Prouvé then partnered with architect Neil Hutchinson and interior designer Charlotte Perriand to complete the holiday retreat.
Expansive windows allow natural light to sweep across the interior, while the restored parquet flooring enhances the home’s vintage allure.
Photo by Manuel Bougot Photographe, courtesy of Architecture de Collection
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