Caserne Exelmans: transforming without erasing
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9/25/2026

Caserne Exelmans: transforming without erasing

In Paris, Brunnquell & André and Atelier Bow-Wow turn a former barracks into social housing while preserving its character and materials

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Leonardo Lella
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