Maison de Verre

Maison de Verre, meaning "House of Glass" in French, is a pioneering modernist building in Paris designed in the 1920s by architects Pierre Chareau and Bernard Bijvoet. It features an innovative use of glass, steel, and industrial materials, blending transparency with privacy. Despite its name, it is not entirely made of glass but incorporates glass panels and partitions, creating a light-filled, functional home that balances openness with intimacy. The design emphasizes modern craftsmanship, flexible interior spaces, and a unique interplay between industrial aesthetics and residential comfort, marking an influential development in 20th-century architecture.