Nestled in the preserved landscape of the Pays d’Auge, this 16th-century half-timbered manor stands out with its majestic flat-tile roof and elegant dormer windows. The objective of this restoration was clear: to breathe new life into this heritage residence while preserving its unique character, all while providing the comfort and contemporary uses expected by its owners.
The architectural intervention was intentionally discreet. Despite the scale of the work and the numerous interior transformations, everything was designed so that each modification seemed perfectly integrated, as if it had always been part of the history of the place. Restoring without altering, adjusting without imposing: this was the guiding principle of the entire project.
A respectful restoration of Norman heritage
The historic façade, emblematic of Norman architecture, underwent precise and delicate work. Some openings were created, others enlarged or replaced, always with a concern for harmony with the existing proportions and original materials. The half-timbering was restored, masonry was selectively repaired, and all interventions were carried out with great attention to detail.
Inside, the distribution of levels was rethought to improve the functionality of the spaces and provide smoother circulation. The upper floor and the attic thus benefited from a completely revised organization, allowing for the enhancement of volumes while preserving the architectural spirit of the old structure.
The terracotta tile floors, precious witnesses to the residence's past, were cleaned, treated, and revitalized to regain their original luster. Interior insulation was carefully implemented, ensuring the aesthetic of the walls was maintained through the use of stretched fabrics that restore the authentic atmosphere of the manor.
Modernizing without altering authenticity
The integration of contemporary equipment—sanitary facilities, heating, electricity—posed a major challenge. The goal was to provide the performance, safety, and comfort of today while ensuring that these elements remained invisible or perfectly integrated into the existing structure. The networks were thus discreetly concealed, preserving the purity of the volumes and the original aesthetics.
The entirety of the interventions constitutes an ambitious restoration, combining respect for heritage with contemporary requirements. Today, this renovated manor regains all its nobility and elegance, as if its new life had always been there, in natural continuity with its history.
An emblematic project of Norman architecture
This achievement fully illustrates our commitment: to preserve exceptional residences while adapting them to current uses, in an approach where architecture engages in dialogue with heritage and Norman craftsmanship. The manor of the Pays d’Auge testifies to the beauty of old buildings and the richness of a restoration carried out with precision, sensitivity, and respect.
