Maison Losseau

About

It is at the dawn of the 20th century that Leon Losseau developed an ambitious programme to transform this dwelling that his parents had previously acquired in 1873. In 1899, he approached Paul Saintenoy, who would create the “reappropriation” plans. A patient and devoted friend, the architect would be sure to respect his sponsor’s meticulous choices. The house would be fitted with electricity, a coal operated water vapour central heating system, electrical double hung sash windows, a private elevator, panel radiators, glass floor tiling, etc. The renovation would last more than 10 years, and numerous decorators, suppliers, artists are associated with the project. A number of unique constructions would emerge from the plans drawn by Henri Sauvage, Charles Sarazin, then followed by Louis Sauvage; work we can still admire today - marble floors and mosaics with exclusive patterns, panelling and precious wooden furnishings adorned with bronze gold enhanced stucco walls and patterns.

At a glance

• Typical visit: about 1 hour 30 minutes