Le Carré Lumière is a housing project located in Bègles, a suburb of Bordeaux, France. Designed by LAN Architecture, the project was completed in 2015 and consists of 79 apartments. The project aimed to reinvent community housing by combining the need for privacy with the enjoyment of sociability. It features modular envelopes that can evolve with the residents, allowing them to add or remove rooms as needed. The project was built at a cost of €1,000 per square meter, significantly lower than the regional average, and incorporates a hybrid climatic model that adapts to the local climate. The design emphasizes natural light and flexibility, providing residents with a sense of independence and freedom. The project has been recognized for its innovative approach to community housing and has become a model for sustainable and social living spaces.
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