Just outside Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, straddling urban elegance and rural charm, Fany and her family have breathed life into a quaint green haven, designed to resemble a miniature village.
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Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
La Maison des Remparts
In Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, a Provencal townhouse reinterpreted with modernity
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With its wooden extension, this tall townhouse reminds us of a medieval parapet walkway. And it’s no coincidence. Built within the ancient ramparts of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, its owner-architects were keen on paying homage to its former use.
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Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
La Maison des Remparts
In Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, a Provencal townhouse reinterpreted with modernity
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With its wooden extension, this tall townhouse resembles a medieval battlement—a design choice that is far from coincidental. Constructed within the ancient ramparts of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, its owner-architects intentionally designed it to pay homage to its former purpose.
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In Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, a Provencal townhouse reinterpreted with modernity
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"We have applied here our very personal concept of contextualist architecture, faithful to the history of the place and its memories."
Every house has its own story. And the story of La Maison des Remparts is particularly intriguing. Spearheading the project are two brothers, Jean and Arthur, two locals who became architects and joined forces in the agency bearing their name: Bosc Architects. A duo well-practiced in renovating Provencal farmhouses and other country estates now offering a collection of rental properties: Les Maisons Imaginaires. Starting with this unique house in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, formerly inhabited by antique dealers.
Weathered by time, this mysterious address turns out to be none other than a piece of the old medieval fortifications of the old town! It’s a structure several centuries old, reimagined to enhance its historical and geographical past. It’s inspiring, functional, and somewhat bewildering: a three-story urban property that will leave you in awe.
A townhouse
– with a prominent historical past
Scratching away the ugly plaster covering it, Jean and Arthur were surprised to discover the old stone of this ancient piece of medieval rampart. A narrative thread that they pulled throughout the project. Outside, the old arrow slits on the facade give the house character. So does this small niche on the second floor – illuminated at night – from where a saint seems to protect the house.
Taking cues from medieval architecture, the two brothers created a wooden extension that surprises passersby from the street—a semblance of a watchtower from which to observe the surroundings of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. Once dark and partitioned, the house now offers opened living spaces with muted tones to capture light. The whitewashed beams, polished concrete or Moroccan beijmat tiles cover the bathrooms or kitchen floors, all offering a sense of openness and freshness, especially as summer sets in!
The wooden extension resembling a guard path - © Mark Elst
The art of living together
– Bosc Architects’ version.
The first house in Les Maisons Imaginaires collection, La Maison des Remparts is a vibrant address designed to be experienced by large groups. ‘A living machine’ – with its three floors and four bedrooms – intended for groups of friends as well as large families who love to entertain, party, and fill their daily lives with fun events, as well as hedonists with refined palates, who – once arrived – are delighted to discover the kitchen’s equipment and layout. On the central island, meals are prepared as a group. Make sure to grill a piece of meat – bought at the market that very morning – in the fireplace specially designed for this type of cooking. And don’t forget to season your dish with herbs picked directly on the patio!
The kitchen, where you can prepare meals with friends or family - © Mark Elst
Well-being is an integral part of Jean and Arthur’s identity and one that they strive to convey in the environment of this house. And the decor is not to be overlooked, of course. Architects but also designers, here they mix vintage pieces and objects from their own design collection. Prototypes or completed creations, La Maison des Remparts evolves over time into a laboratory where their Totems chairs are tested one by one, as well as their Sarragan table lamp.
The rooftop with a view of the Alpilles where you can have breakfast or enjoy an aperitif in the evening - © Mark Elst
A true haven preserved from the hustle and bustle of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence in high season, La Maison des Remparts offers very pleasant outdoor spaces to enjoy the sunny days. Moreover, they are shielded from view. Especially on the rooftop with its summer lounge overlooking the Alpilles, but also in its small patio on the ground floor. There is no doubt that one easily adapts to this vertical living space – also equipped with an elevator – that you quickly don’t want to leave. Except for the city excursions recommended by the two architect brothers. Because the rituals in this Provencal village naturally fall into place.
Opposite the house’s entrance, one goes to the Barniers arena—former bullfighting arenas with their typical red barriers—to play pétanque or take a family stroll. We venture to Place Favier and its plane trees—”the most beautiful in Saint-Rémy,” as Jean tells us—to have our morning coffee. And we never tire of wandering its cobbled streets, discovering other historical sites along the way, like the former Hôtel de Sade. We say: go for it!
The 3 things
we love the most
The view from the rooftop over the rooftops and the Alpilles
The cozy living room with its huge daybed
The bright bathrooms entirely in polished concrete
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Destination Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
La Maison des Remparts
19 Boulevard Gambetta, 13210, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, France
Transports
Avignon TGV station
22 min
Marseille Airport
58 min
Restaurants
L'Auberge de Saint-Rémy (1 Michelin star)
1 min
Gus Restaurant (seafood & fish)
2 min
Edu (Mediterranean cuisine)
3 min
Têtes d'Ail (local cuisine)
3 min
Paulette (local cuisine)
15 min
Shops and Craft workshops
Lilamand Confiseur (confectioner)
1 min
La Cave aux fromages (cheese shop)
1 min
Terre et Blé (bakery)
4 min
Jeanne Bayol (home decor store)
4 min
Entre sel et terre (gourmet grocery store)
4 min
Nature, Culture and Heritage
Carrières des Lumières (quarries)
16 min
Baux de Provence (village)
18 min
Luma Arles (contemporary art)
31 min
La Maison des Remparts
19 Boulevard Gambetta, 13210, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, France
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Velvet daybed sofa
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Sarragan lamp
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