Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker On Saturday, May 17, 2025, the Musée Départemental Albert-Kahn will be taking part in the new edition of the Nuit des Musées (Night of Museums ) It's an opportunity to discover this unique site by night this banker and philanthropist created a company and employed dozens of photographers from 1900 to 1931 to immortalize the jewels of the world They produced over 72,000 magnificent autochrome color photos and a hundred hours of video on 35 mm nitrate film Because this collection is housed in Boulogne-Billancourt in the banker's former residence built by landscape architect Achille Duchêne the businessman thought big and commissioned the creation of 6 magnificent gardens representing the art of gardening a blue forest with its central marsh and a golden forest with its birch trees 2025 - 15:00 ⤏ 23:00In the presence of : Ursula Böhmer The Mondes en commun festival builds bridges between the museum's historical collections and contemporary photography It is part of the museum's scientific and cultural project to reactivate Albert Kahn's work demonstrating its relevance to the challenges of today's world The festival's theme - the visual inventory of the world - proposes a rereading of the Archives de la Planète collection of photographs and films an inordinately ambitious project to draw up "a vast photographic inventory of the surface of the globe occupied and developed by man as it appeared at the beginning of the 20th century" The inventories are also linked to the establishment's plant collections around themes related to living things: fauna ### 10 contemporary photography series presented in the museum gardens The festival will showcase photographic works that aim to methodically represent reality in all its diversity Designed to tie in with the museum's collections this new event will address the central themes of the collection popular traditions and natural and architectural heritage To celebrate the Paysa guest of the Mondes en commun photography festival the Timbao btucada takes you on a stroll through the garden TIMBAO is an Afro-Brazilian percussion orchestra inspired by Bahian samba-reggae the group has gone from strength to strength where they studied at the great samba-reggae schools blending instrumental and vocal compositions the percussionists offer a performance where powerful rhythms and intoxicating choreography meet Winners of the Batucada de Paris competition in 2015 TIMBAO have established themselves as an essential reference in France and Europe Albert Kahn's great project of inventorying the world in images continues in the work of contemporary photographers This tour introduces you to this project and to a selection of the ten photographers featured in the Mondes en commun festival the images are revealed throughout your visit Accompanied by a mediator (collection link and ADLP project) the photographers present their series to the public in the museum garden In keeping with the idea of continuing the inventory the selected artists come from different horizons and each propose a series echoing the Archives de la Planète Come and meet them and discover their work Immerse yourself in a unique visual and aural journey through the garden of the Musée Départemental Albert-Kahn discover an exceptional projection that brings together historical images from Archives de la Planète with photographs by ten contemporary artists featured in the Mondes en Commun festival A way of bringing together yesterday's and today's viewpoints to question our relationship with the world the duo Météo Trance will be offering an original musical creation will weave a sensitive thread between these images of contrasting aesthetics A soundtrack conceived as a bridge between eras and imaginations Météo Trance is an electronic music duo at the crossroads of ambient Their compositions blend synthetic textures and organic soundscapes drawing on an unpredictable climatic catalog they create sonic journeys into the unknown Refer your establishment, click herePromote your event, click here Text description provided by the architects. In January 2021, Déchelette Architecture won a competition launched by Seine Ouest Habitat et Patrimoine to design a building at 17 Rue des Quatre-Cheminées in Boulogne-Billancourt. The program is clear: to conceive a four-story building with eight social housing units and a shop using a wooden structure that promotes the use of environmentally friendly materials © François BaudryTo meet these ambitions, the architects have designed a building with a raw earth façade and a stone base on the street side, and a wooden façade on the garden side. The use of self-supporting raw earth across four levels of the façade is a first for collective housing in France. 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By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to our use of cookies. Find out more here influenced by modernist principles and the aesthetics of ocean liners The villa was designed with dual purposes in mind — to serve as both a private residence and a working studio for Mietschaninoff and Lipchitz The ground floor was dedicated to the artists’ studios with expansive glazing to allow for the movement of large sculptures in and out the private living spaces offered a comfortable environment for the artists and their families The top floor features a spacious rooftop terrace opening toward sweeping views and ample space for outdoor living Le Corbusier’s 1925 modernist villa is now for sale in Paris the Le Corbusier-designed villa is in perfect condition having been carefully preserved and remodeled by its present owners The interior spans nearly 250 square meters (approximately 2,690 square feet) with the ground floor transformed into an open all reflecting the modernist sensibilities of Le Corbusier’s design The upper floors include a lounge and a garden-facing terrace while the Corbusier-designed spiral staircase leads to the expansive rooftop terrace the property also includes a two-story outbuilding which houses a modern artist’s studio and a one-bedroom living space the entire property spans 400 square meters and provides a unique blend of private living spaces and creative workspaces offering a perfect setting for an artist or design aficionado Maison Atelier Miestchaninoff is hidden in Boulogne-Billancourt in Paris’s 16th Arrondissement the Mietschaninoff House-Studio demonstrates Le Corbusier’s architectural legacy and the avant-garde spirit of the early 20th century As one of the few remaining examples of his residential work in Paris it offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of architectural history The property’s location in the prestigious Boulogne-Billancourt neighborhood makes it an extraordinary offering for those looking to acquire a truly exceptional piece of modernist design the villa was designed for artists Oscar Mietschaninoff and Jacques Lipchitz the architecture is designed in the International Style ground floors were designed as working art studios with large glazing upper floors include private living spaces and a rooftop terrace the well-preserved residence was listed as an historic monument since 1975 architect: Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret real estate agency: Architecture de Collection | @architecturedecollection photographer: © Manuel Bougot | @manuelbougot AXOR presents three bathroom concepts that are not merely places of function but destinations in themselves — sanctuaries of style The Adagio Original Paris Boulogne aparthotel opened its doors today including 78 studios (surface area of ​​18-26 m2) and 23 one-bedroom apartments (surface area of ​​26 to 39 m2) ensuring you can make the most of the surrounding setting The location of the Adagio Original Paris Boulogne makes this establishment very appealing: it is located at the gates of the capital This is one of the largest certified eco-districts in France bringing together many tertiary sector activities including company headquarters and shops within a verdant setting Roland-Garros and the Parc des Princes are in the immediate vicinity provide a connection with the entire Parisian network Born from the ambitious restructuring of an existing building the Adagio Original Paris Boulogne aparthotel takes inspiration for its interior design from the nearby Seine The symbolic river is detailed through the visuals in the apartments the color and curves of the furniture and even the tiling coupled with the quality of the materials and furniture used contribute to the friendly atmosphere of the place the Adagio Original Paris Boulogne offers its customers all the advantages of an apartment and all the benefits of a hotel The "Circle" provides common spaces for everyone to have fun as well as access to both the fitness and laundry areas designed specifically to keep children entertained The "Circle" also offers a library of utility or decorative objects allowing everyone to personalise their apartment for the duration of their stay A car park with charging stations for electric vehicles as well as a large patio opening onto biodiverse green area completes the services at Adagio Hotel website Brand OwnerAccor It's a tradition in Boulogne: every December since 2007, the Grand'Place is taken over by the unmissable Christmas Market On the program? More than fifty chalets and artisans offering decorative gift ideas The event is also punctuated by a range of entertainment to keep young and old entertained and ensure a magical and enchanting festive season And who says Christmas, says Santa Claus! The world's most famous man with a white beard will be back at the Boulogne-Billancourt Christmas Market It's a chance for children to immortalize their encounter with him by taking a photo and to entrust him with their long-awaited gift lists To make the most of the Boulogne-Billancourt Christmas Market and its many attractions Nuit des Musées 2025 at the Musée Paul Landowski promises to be an exciting event for art lovers. Located in Boulogne-Billancourt this museum houses an impressive collection of artworks by the famous French sculptor Paul Landowski TheEspace Paul Landowski was created in 2017 to house the works of renowned French sculptor Paul Landowski The collection includes numerous sculptures sketches and photographs by the artist behind one of the world's most famous works - Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro - as well as lesser-known works that testify to the variety of Landowski's career The Nuit des Musées 2025 is a unique opportunity for visitors to discover this museum in a special atmosphere through guided and themed tours that allow them to discover Landowski's works in a different light Don't miss this great opportunity to discover the Musée Paul Landowski during the Nuit des Musées 2025 winner of the Grand Prix de Rome for sculpture in 1900 was responsible for the Christ the Redeemer overlooking the Bay of Rio the Parisian statues of Montaigne and Sainte-Geneviève and "Jeannette" and "L'Athlète" in the Tuileries gardens.. This page may contain AI-assisted elements, more information here It's an opportunity for everyone to discover our green heritage through a program of visits and events in the heart of parks and gardens famous sculptor and father of actor Jean-Paul Belmondo This cultural venue is located in the heart of the Château de Buchillot a listed historic monument in a verdant setting you'll be able to discover a program specially planned for this year's Rendez-vous aux jardins 2025 - 09:15 ⤏ 12:15Modeling workshop for adults in connection with the "Coskun expression directe" exhibition at the Paul Belmondo Museum expression directe" exhibition at the Musée Paul Belmondo On the occasion of the Nuit des Musées, scheduled for Saturday May 17, 2025, theHôtel de Ville de Boulogne-Billancourt will exceptionally open its doors at night, offering the curious a glimpse into its architectural and artistic heritage. This cultural event allows visitors to rediscover museums and historic sites at dusk this year's event promises a unique journey through history in an emblematic location that is often little-known to the general public Built in the 1930s, theHôtel de Ville de Boulogne-Billancourt is the work of architect Tony Garnier This monumental reinforced concrete building is distinguished by its pure facade and geometric volumes it embodies the ambitions of a city undergoing profound change at the dawn of the 20th century It is also a powerful testimony to the civic architecture of the interwar period conceived both as an administrative center and a showcase for municipal modernism Taking part in the Nuit des Musées at theHôtel de Ville de Boulogne-Billancourt is an opportunity to enter a place usually reserved for administrative procedures and to discover it in a cultural and artistic light even performances and screenings can be organized to showcase this exceptional heritage It's a rare opportunity to admire the building's interior its Art Deco furnishings and the works of art it houses while exploring behind-the-scenes aspects of municipal life An ideal outing for lovers of architecture and urban history or simply to discover new things with family and friends A fun way to discover the history of the Town Hall.Saturday 2025 - 20:00 ⤏ 23:00Let yourself be transported back to the Boulogne-Billancourt of the 30's thanks to the augmented reality experience of Meta Quest 3 headsets A life-size goose game and a participative Lego model workshop are also available for families inviting them to discover the history of the Town Hall in a playful way architect and winner of the Grand Prix de Rome joined forces to deliver the new town hall in 1934 symbolizing the union of Boulogne and Billancourt Follow the history of this architectural jewel of the 1930s and admire the ceilings of the lounges of honor and the painting by the famous painter Olivier Debré uniquely styled furniture and architecture For a fascinating and immersive history lesson This unique museum plunges us into the interwar period We admire works by Bernard Boutet de Monvel the museum's permanent display brings an entire decade to life Temporary exhibitions and events also enable visitors to learn more about specific artists and cultural trends These visitor experiences invite us to take a fresh look at works and creators we thought we knew well and who continue to influence the current art scene For the 21st edition of the Nuit des Musées the Musée des Années 30 is offering night-time tours the program of which you can discover below objects and architectural models bear witness to this period of rich creativity Using paintings and sculptures from the museum young and old are invited to playfully follow the adventures of the gods and goddesses of Greco-Roman mythology and identify them on the works Subject to availability: resa.musee@mairie-boulogne-billancourt.fr On the occasion of the centenary of the 1925 Exposition internationale des arts décoratifs et industriels modernes Marcel Loyau and Alfred Janniot) who contributed to the renown of this landmark event in art history The director-curator invites you to discover a selection of emblematic masterpieces from the Musée des Années 30 and the current exhibition on contemporary sculptor Coskun Le programme est mis à jour en fonction des annonces officielles La Nuit des Musées is coming to Paris and the Île-de-France region for a new edition on Saturday museums open their doors to the public free of charge as soon as night falls offering an enchanting and privileged plunge into art workshops and fun activities for all tastes and ages Whether you're an art enthusiast or simply curious let yourself be seduced by this event rich in discovery and emotion this museum features some 263 sculptures and sculpture molds 966 drawings and a studio collection of sketches displayed as if in a cabinet of curiosities discover the program planned for your nocturnal visit 2025 - 18:00 ⤏ 23:30Accompanied by the museum's sculptor-mediator plunge into the world of two sculptors: on the occasion of the double-exhibition "Coskun direct expression" in the city's museums (May 14 - October 19 2025) modern and contemporary sculptures are brought together for a rediscovery of the Paul Belmondo museum Housed in the Château Buchillot in Boulogne-Billancourt the Paul Belmondo Museum boasts an exceptional collection of sculptures medals and drawings by the last of France's great classical sculptors Experience European Museum Night to the rhythm of the brass quintet from Boulogne-Billancourt's Conservatoire à rayonnement régional Discover the sculptor's masterpieces and techniques in flash tours throughout the evening Give free rein to your imagination and create a sculpture on a theme shared by both artists Come and discover the works of this talented sculptor and take advantage of this open house to admire this often overlooked museum You don't have permission to access the page you requested What is this page?The website you are visiting is protected.For security reasons this page cannot be displayed The often original program includes night-time visits,workshops andunusual events would you like to find out what's in store for Nuit des Musées 2025 near you We've put together a list of the best things to do this year in the Hauts-de-Seine region And don't forget to stay tuned: this guide is updated as we make announcements and discoveries So to make sure you don't miss out on any of the great ideas for Nuit des Musées outings in the Hauts-de-Seine don't hesitate to check this page regularly July 14th is a significant day in French history. It's the day when the whole nation celebrates the storming of the Bastille in 1789 and the Fête de la Fédération in 1790. This day of national celebration, in the heart of summer, is a good time to get out and enjoy the many popular demonstrations and festive events. In Boulogne-Billancourt the July 14th celebrations are sure to get everyone in the party mood It hosts exceptional events throughout the year with the July 14th fireworks display being one of the highlights If you're in the Hauts-de-Seine region and looking for an idea for a day out near your home or if you're curious to discover the region's heritage this is also the perfect opportunity to take a stroll through the town and discover its treasures the Musée Paul Belmondo and the Musée Albert-Kahn and its magnificent garden The traditional Boulogne-Billancourt Fire Brigade Ball will be held on Saturday July 13 Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health Nestled on a houseboat facing the Parc de l’île Saint-Germain in the almost therapeutic calm of the Seine Maison Jaune is the promising new houseboat in Boulogne brilliantly balancing its dual role as a chic dining spot and a lively terrace the Maison Jaune houseboat reveals two floors with very different functions spacious and warm with a “home-like” spirit featuring a wooden piano and vintage carpet offers a view of the Eiffel Tower directly from the Seine Scattered throughout this charming place are beautiful antique furniture and artisanal lighting fixtures in a woodsy 50’s spirit where a terrace with lovely green canvas chairs welcomes groups of friends for loooong aperitifs Cocktails in hand and platters on the table a DJ energizes the night with old-school disco funk Chef Vincent Ressel (formerly of Kong) presents a well-crafted menu featuring French cuisine classics enhanced by unexpected emulsions A touch of boldness perfects the menu with some notes of Latin America and Asia one can savor the insane Wagyu Al Pastor croquettes with herb mayonnaise and pickled jalapeños (€17) or a shallot and pear tarte tatin entirely covered with a generous cloud of stracciatella foam (€18) the Wagyu beef flank steak (cooked to perfection) served with shoestring fries and new-style béarnaise sauce (€37) will be remembered Another perfection on this menu is the seven-hour lamb with olives and kumquat and bay leaf emulsion : worth waking up for at night (€27) one cannot resist devouring a legendary dessert : pecan nut brownie with orange notes and hot chocolate (€12) or fruit carpaccio with sake granita and Timut pepper gel for the healthy team (€13) The owner Thomas Landowski’s tip : pair them with a glass of orange wine from his Domaine de Font Neuve - 3 jours chez ma mère 2020 The extra touch : Alexis Lebrun’s ultra-sophisticated cocktails to be sipped at the table or directly from the terrace peach bitters - €15) and our favorite Restaurant open Tuesday to Saturday for lunch and dinner. 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Read moreThe pro-Europe government argues that it has lowered unemployment and shielded French people from the worst of inflation But Le Pen supporters are voting on Sunday largely out of concern for national issues: the daily challenge of making ends meet Emmanuel Macron ‘has done nothing about crime and insecurity’ Photograph: Sarah Meyssonnier/AFP/Getty Images“The double approach of fighting them by saying: ‘Look how scary they are’ and ‘Look how incompetent they are’ in my view won’t work any more,” said Édouard Philippe One former car company manager in his early 80s – who did not want to give his name – first noticed what he called “the wind of change” at his golf club “All my golf club friends are talking about voting for the National Rally,” he said lived in what he called a “nice new-build flat” and spend six months of the year in Spain “Emmanuel Macron turned me to the National Rally because he’s done nothing about crime and insecurity Free newsletterA digest of the morning's main headlines from the Europe edition emailed direct to you every week day is part of the 8% to 10% of former Macron voters who are expected to vote Bardella in the European elections in what pollsters have called an increasingly porous French electorate “It’s the biggest anti-Macron message I can send,” she said had recently been sacked from his job in TV Polling shows that two voter groups who formerly stayed away from Le Pen’s party have begun to slowly shift there is a slight increase in support for Bardella by more highly educated whereas Le Pen’s voter base used to be defined by people who spent a shorter time in education People aged between 60 and 70 – who were once put off by the party founder seeing his movement as a danger to democracy that promoted racist as well as being bad for the economy – are now beginning to turn to Bardella Leafleting in a suit and tie at a Boulogne-Billancourt market, Christophe Versini, a legal expert, parliamentary adviser and local delegate for the National Rally, said: “When you see that we’re progressing even in départements like the Hauts-de-Seine, which includes Boulogne-Billancourt, that means that no territory in France is beyond us.” Canvassing with him a master’s student at a top engineering graduate school Marine Le Pen (centre) and National Rally MPs at the National Assembly in Paris on 3 June 2024 Photograph: Ludovic Marin/AFP/Getty ImagesThe combined total of all far-right parties in France participating in the European elections – including Reconquête whose list is led by Le Pen’s niece Marion Maréchal – could reach 40% Polls show that French young people aged 18 – 29 are likely to massively abstain in the European ballot but “We will clearly have to listen to what the French are saying and learn from it,” Macron’s parliament leader The abstention rate in France is expected to be about 50% The sociologist Félicien Faury recently published Ordinary Voters an in-depth study of the reasons behind a rapidly normalising far-right vote “There are always two main motivations,” he said “First is the question of the cost of living Then there is the question of a rejection of immigrants and immigration Marine Le Pen joins Jordan Bardella president of the National Rally at the final rally before the upcoming European parliament election on 9 June Photograph: Artur Widak/NurPhoto/REX/ShutterstockOn the left the commentator and MEP Raphaël Glucksmann running on a combined ticket for his European group is winning over centre-left former Macron voters and polling at about 14% He promised to show the “democratic and pro-European left is not dead” who worked in digital communications in Boulogne-Billancourt and canvassed for Glucksmann said: “It feels new to be putting social democracy back on the table.” But broadly with Jean-Luc Mélenchon’s La France Insoumise polling at about 8% had been campaigning for Macron’s centrist grouping on low-income council estates outside Paris “whose only arguments are hatred and division” could be beaten easily in France if young people in the ethnically diverse suburbs turned out to vote a financial consultant who had moved from Mali to France for his postgraduate studies is increasingly interested by Le Pen’s party and has started making comments he never would have done four years ago You can feel people’s growing tendency to think their problems are caused by the immigrant next door.” The Journées du Patrimoine 2024 (Heritage Days 2024) are an opportunity to enter some of France's most private and best-hidden places. On the scale of fashion studios and other dedicated museums are a godsend for couture enthusiasts guided tours take visitors behind the scenes of luxury tailoring to learn about the history of the great couturiers You might think that these institutions are mainly concentrated in Paris several ateliers work in tandem with fashion houses Such is the case for Studios Frank Horvat, located in the photographer's former home in Boulogne-Billancourt. A leading fashion photographer, photojournalist and digital pioneer, Frank Horvat 's eclectic oeuvre marked the end of the 20th century and the beginning of the 21st he broke the codes of fashion photography and renewed the genre the artist left behind numerous photographs and archives a large black building resembling an inverted ship's hull le programme est mis à jour en fonction des annonces officielles An unusual place that's well worth a visit an island on the Seine near Boulogne Billancourt has been closely linked to that of Renault for over a century and started gradually building his first factory the cruise liner-like plant emerged from the island The structure would not be completed for another few years but it would eventually go on to cover almost all of the 11.5 hectare island The ultra-modern facility was even energy independent and a deck for loading vehicles on to boats to be transported by river The impressive site will be forever linked to Renault and their shared story has not yet finished… the company owned plants along the Seine in an area of Boulogne-Billancourt known as the Trapeze as well as on the river’s southern bank in Meudon Four years after first purchasing a plot of land the company began the major construction work for its plant on Île Seguin But vehicle production at the car manufacturer’s first island-based plant would not start until 1930 The aim was to manufacture a broader range of now legendary 4-cylinder vehicles as well 6-cylinder and 8-cylinder vehicles like the Vivasport and the Nervasport respectively Renault was already investing in innovation at the plant; the firm even created a test track in the building’s basement the Renault site at Île Seguin was the largest plant in France the construction was far from finished – it was only completed in 1937.  Production of the 4CV kicked off in the midst of the post-war period in 1947 The Renault plant at Île Seguin became a symbol of the brand’s links to the working classes it was the Renault 4’s turn to come out of these now iconic production lines Renault had produced one million 4L vehicles at the plant But it was time to maximise the space in the building in order to make room for new projects; in 1967 the floor space was optimised so almost 100% could be used A fifth floor was added to the plant in order to boost production capacity and modernise the paint workshop the brand renewed its range of light utility vehicles with the Renault Express the utility vehicle proved a huge success right into the beginning of the 2000s production at Île Seguin came to a complete halt The production line needed to be more competitive and although improvements were made the building couldn’t meet the industrial requirements of the 1990s The plant closed its doors for good on 31 March 1992 with the Supercinq Société the last vehicle to come off the Île Seguin production line Tuesday World Subscribers only In Zurich the leaf blower war or the anti-'woke' backlash World 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Golden Owl treasure hunt to be revealed Lifestyle Inside Chanel's French leather workshops Culture Subscribers only The marvelous bronzes of Angkor on display at the Musée Guimet in Paris An engineer and a designer are testing a quasi-autonomous lifestyle in the western Paris suburbs to simulate what sustainable urban living could look like in 2040 By Audrey Garric Corentin de Chatelperron and Caroline Pultz in their apartment of the future in Boulogne-Billancourt CORENTIN DE CHATELPERRON/BIOSPHERE EXPERIENCE Visitors to the apartment are immediately greeted by the chirps of dozens of crickets The eye is then drawn to the vegetation of every kind of herb overflowing from wooden worktops bathed in light and enveloped in the sandy tones of cotton canvas stretched across the walls and seagrass matting on the floor One could almost forget that it's located in the heart of Boulogne-Bilancourt an ultra-urbanized western Parisian suburb chose to live here to develop an "apartment of the future," which enables near-autonomous living with 100% low-technologies that are "useful Spending four months isolated in the Mexican desert in 2023 was a radical change of scenery for the couple de Chatelperron is an engineer and the co-founder of the Low-tech Lab and has lived self-sufficiently in a jute sailboat in the Bay of Bengal and on a floating raft off the Thailand coast more than one human in two lives in a city and by 2050 city dwellers will represent 70% of the world's population," said Pultz the designer the two environmental adventurers have set themselves the task of envisioning what sustainable urban life might look like in 2040 You have 81.38% of this article left to read Lecture du Monde en cours sur un autre appareil Vous pouvez lire Le Monde sur un seul appareil à la fois Ce message s’affichera sur l’autre appareil Parce qu’une autre personne (ou vous) est en train de lire Le Monde avec ce compte sur un autre appareil Vous ne pouvez lire Le Monde que sur un seul appareil à la fois (ordinateur En cliquant sur « Continuer à lire ici » et en vous assurant que vous êtes la seule personne à consulter Le Monde avec ce compte Que se passera-t-il si vous continuez à lire ici Ce dernier restera connecté avec ce compte Vous pouvez vous connecter avec votre compte sur autant d’appareils que vous le souhaitez mais en les utilisant à des moments différents Nous vous conseillons de modifier votre mot de passe Votre abonnement n’autorise pas la lecture de cet article merci de contacter notre service commercial Le Corbusier moved to Paris in 1917 looking for commissions and recognition tasked him with designing two adjoining residences and studios in 1924 These were to be shared between Lipchitz and his friend The ensemble was built on a private street in Boulogne-Billancourt where Marc Chagall once lived the young Corbusier found a fresh canvas on which to make choices and test ideas Inspired by the industrial aesthetic and modern materials such as reinforced concrete and vast windows overlooking nature and letting in natural light Comfort and simplicity were the cornerstones of his vision These elements are found in the two residence-studios on the Allée des Pins the “front turret” of the Miestchaninoff residence offers a focal point for the entire construction The location was ideal for creating the form of an ocean liner (known as Streamline Modern style) a fashionable choice in the heyday of transatlantic voyages Visitors will see a funnel framed by a spiral staircase and a handrail modeled on those used on ships The rest of the building features interplaying connected parallelepiped shapes in a nod to Le Corbusier’s cubist influences the Lipchitz residence-studio is characterized by an overall simplicity – the result of personal choice and budget Rue Denfert-Rochereau is home to a “dictionary of modern architecture” in the form of three adjoining villas designed by three avant-garde architects the overall result is one of unparalleled consistency and efficient function making up the collective founding principles The first was built by Robert Mallet-Stevens in 1926 and horizontal windows were part of this so-called modern dandy’s love of pure dimensions the owner even demanded that Le Corbusier and Raymond Fischer lower their rooftop terraces by seven feet to avoid obstructing the view Next came Le Corbusier’s house for William Cook an American journalist and friend of Gertrude Stein The residence was the first to showcase the architect’s “five-point theory for modern architecture.” This principle implied building on piles a façade separated from the structure itself and a rooftop terrace offering a garden and a relaxation area and light are more important than the materials used who created a villa for fashion designer Suzanne Dubin and horizontal windows for enjoying sunlight all day long Villa Ternisien is also an icon of modern architecture from the early 20th century and was started by Le Corbusier and his cousin Pierre Jeanneret in 1927 Today the only original feature is a section of the first floor The three subsequent upper floors were built by Georges-Henri Pingusson in 1936 approached Le Corbusier at one of his conferences at the Sorbonne They wanted to build a residence on a triangular plot including music and painting studios with the ensemble surrounding an “untouchable” tree adapting the house’s floorplan to the limits of the triangular plot while preserving the tree through a triple division of the spaces But financial difficulties and the introduction of new procedures disliked by the owners led the project to failure Following a lawsuit for architectural defects the building was demolished and Pingusson built a four-story investment property in 1936 he kept the prow-shaped point on the first floor and used porthole windows in keeping with the Streamline Modern style Pierre Patout is an exception among the modernists Despite upholding the International architecture style he retained a penchant for the picturesque And this is proved by his immense concrete “ship” in the Streamline Modern style whom he met during the development of the Ile-de-France transatlantic liner a search for originality is seen in the numerous recesses Lombard himself even added a personal touch: The floor of the vestibule features a black-and-white glass paste mosaic The painter and “captain” then left his “ship” for Toulon in 1946 The residence-studio went on to assume more prosaic roles being used as a yoga space before being abandoned then transformed into an apartment building the mansion seems to be the antithesis of avant-garde architecture It is in fact an example of a regional style of Art Deco architecture created by Jean-Léon Courrège the father of the renowned fashion designer This mansion was later home to André Malraux whose love of this pink-brick building’s aesthetic led him live there from the Liberation until 1962 the author of The Human Condition wrote The Voices of Silence and The Metamorphosis of the Gods The residence was also the site of a drama on February 7 when a bomb set by the OAS exploded while Malraux was out stands out from other precursors as he worked in both construction and architecture forging his reputation by taking over his father’s reinforced concrete company he and his brother Gustave built an immensely simple reinforced concrete villa for sculptor Dora Gordine a disciple of Aristide Maillol who emigrated from Estonia such avant-garde material did not exclude the use of traditional shapes The architect chose to create vertical windows that he said offered a complete panorama unlike the more restrictive horizontal models And the villa’s sophisticated façade even saw it listed as a National Historic Monument Along with Robert Mallet-Stevens and Le Corbusier Jean Lurçat is one of the standard-bearers of the International style His Froriep de Salis residence offers a simple The result features a cube for the studio and a parallelepiped layout for the living areas horizontal bay window is topped with a cement pergola and the ensemble champions the functionalism and rationalism of modern architecture Article published in the October 2018 issue of France-Amérique. Subscribe to the magazine Discover the best of  France-Amérique every week in our newsletter To all sweet tooths and lovers of good deals - December 2024 marks a triple dose of indulgence with the opening of three new Chapon addresses in Paris and the Hauts-de-Seine region: Belleville A tour de force for this exceptional chocolate house master chocolatier and pioneer of the bean-to-bar concept in France To mark the occasion, Chocolaterie Chapon is relaunching its legendary Bar à Mousses a cult experience where every spoon honors the square bean two special days offer visitors free chocolate mousse With its bewitching aromas and airy textures this is an opportunity to discover (or rediscover) this institution of artisanal chocolate renowned for its gourmet and ethical creations Château Buchillot is an architectural gem and was brought up to date in bold creative style to house the Musée Paul Belmondo and the work of an artist now seen as the last of France’s great 20th-century classical sculptors Paul Belmondo’s timeless works are beautifully showcased in this majestic yet intimate setting The collection comprises 259 sculptures and moulds along with 870 books from the artist’s personal library The sculptor’s workshop is also evoked while the garden and courtyard harbour some of his most famous works alongside pieces from other sculptors of the same era There is also a tactile gallery where visitors can appreciate the sculptures not only with their eyes but also with their hands to get a feel for the prolific sculptor’s gestures Make the most of your visit to explore the nearby Museum of the 1930s the former team of San Antonio Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama is officially set to pull out of any and all championship leagues just one season following the 7-foot-4 rookie's departure The decision came after months of rumors surrounding the club and its future and was ultimately made as a result of a lack of funding which would prevent the club from participating in a full season's worth of basketball Boulogne-Billancourt — a neighboring commune of Metropolitans 92's headquarters in Levallois-Perret — mayor Pierre-Christophe Bague addressed the matter stating that the decision was "unfortunate," yet unavoidable “These painful decisions are unfortunately imposed on us," Baguet said in the press release "We have done everything in recent years to maintain our financial support for our professional basketball team .. (but) we must make choices for the future." Wembanyama likely was a big selling point for the French-based club last season drawing attention from not only local fans but international fans and scouts looking to preview the incoming rookie's talents USA; Boulogne-Levallois Metropolitans 92 forward Victor Wembanyama (1) / Lucas Peltier-USA TODAY SportsWithout him though he can't totally be to blame for the club's downfall (Metropolitans 92) decided not to request registration in the French Pro B championship from the LNB for next season," the press release continued he's learned to adapt to American culture and embrace a different kind of basketball though his pride in his French roots remain strong he's likely the most disheartened by the news Only time will tell what happens of Metropolitans 92 down the road it won't be participating in LNB Pro A tournaments or fielding a team More updates will be provided as they become available The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only Betting and gambling content is intended for individuals 21+ and is based on individual commentators' opinions and not that of Sports Illustrated or its affiliates All picks and predictions are suggestions only and not a guarantee of success or profit If you or someone you know has a gambling problem crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER The Olympic flame, which is currently criss-crossing France, will pass through Hauts-de-Seine on July 24 the Hauts-de-Seine department will welcome the Olympic flame a key event that will precede the official opening of the competitions by two days This festive relay is a unique opportunity to celebrate the Olympic spirit and showcase the department's emblematic towns and sites the Olympic flame will pass through 19 towns in the Hauts-de-Seine département Here is the full list of towns involved in this memorable event: These municipalities will play a central role in hosting this international event offering residents and visitors a series of activities and celebrations that underline their commitment as a Land of Games The route highlights key sites in the department highlighting their cultural and historical importance: Please note that the times shown are approximate and subject to change depending on the organization and the hazards of the route where a major party is planned to celebrate this historic moment The Gabriel Péri stadium and the area around the Palais des Sports Maurice Thorez will be the center of the festivities The flame will travel 3 km through the city passing through the Parc André Malraux and the Paris La Défense Arena which will host a temporary pool for aquatic competitions The highlight will undoubtedly be the lighting of the cauldron under the Arche de la Défense, a modern and powerful symbol of the metropolis. The festivities will run from 3.30pm to 7.45pm, offering a variety of entertainment for all ages, sports activities and shows, including a free concert by the group Cover's Garden at 9pm on the Garden Parvis In short, if you want to vibrate in unison for the passage of the historic flame that marks the arrival of the festivities of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon We help you navigate a myriad of possibilities Sign up for our newsletter for the best of the city By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news Sign up for our email to enjoy your city without spending a thing (as well as some options when you’re feeling flush) Our newsletter hand-delivers the best bits to your inbox Sign up to unlock our digital magazines and also receive the latest news By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news, events, offers and partner promotions. Paris sculpture museums and wonderful 1930s heritage await.. Thanks for subscribing! Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon! twitterpinterestinstagramAbout us Contact us © Julien LanooOur building is located in the centre of the site, which was the main constraint, just as a fountain in the middle of a cloister. How could the building’s position transcend this constraint ? The pillar of our design proceeds from this principle, this central position, providing both generous indoor spaces, and outdoor spaces by gently protecting the views brought us to this design: the Boulogne Arches. © Benoit FougeirolVisible from all sides the building evolves evenly across each facade The arch compositions are a contemporary interpretation of the classical vocabulary of the former Renault factories yet this second skin is not just a formal one; the arches extend around the building fulfilling different functions Each property enjoys a private outdoor space of long balconies which are protected by this double skin The width of these balconies varies according to their orientation; they are narrower to the north thus maximizing illumination East and West the arches provide shade against natural overheating in summer Despite the central location of the building the second skin also provides privacy by preventing visibility of the interior from the outside thus benefiting from natural light and solar energy throughout the day social housing is reinvented here thanks to the unique appearance of the structure offering 33 social housing units in an encased building a finely designed central piece of Macrolot B5 Ethiopia’s Rahma Tusa and Eritrea’s Hiskel Tewelde took the top honours at the Boulogne-Billancourt Christian Grangier Half-Marathon, an IAAF Bronze Label road race, on Sunday (19). Tusa notched her first success over 13.1 miles in what was her second attempt at the distance. She improved her personal best to 1:08:29, taking almost four minutes from her previous best of 1:12:21 set in 2015. Her win, however, wasn’t a surprise after retaining her Rome Marathon title earlier this year and clocking a 10,000m PB of 31:05:14. She broke off from the rest of the field at the outset and dictated a swift tempo, hitting the five-kilometre mark in 15:28, twelve seconds ahead of Kenya’s Parendis Lakapana. Tusa maintained a steady pace as Lakapana managed to catch her Ethiopian opponent over the next few kilometres. The duo reached the 10-kilometre checkpoint in 31:56 before Tusa again ramped up the pace. She built a small gap over her challenger, going through the 15-kilometre mark in 48:21, 10 seconds ahead of Lakapana, who was the fastest woman of the field based on PBs. Tusa then extended her lead to 29 seconds at the 20-kilometre mark and broke the tape in 1:08:29, taking 57 seconds off the previous course record set by Firehiwot Dado back in 2009. “I’m very happy with this win and this personal best” said the 24-year-old. Lakapana came home second in 1:09:13 to take 33 seconds off her PB, while Kenya’s Josephine Chepkoech rounded out the podium in 1:09:47. The men’s race was more competitive than the women’s, and the sunny and cool conditions at the beginning of the race suggested that the course record of 1:00:11 set by Franklin Chepwony in 2013 could had been in jeopardy. A close battle was expected between Kenyan duo Albert Kangogo and Geoffrey Yegon, the two fastest men in the field and the only ones with a sub-60-minute PB. They had five other men for company in the early lead pack as the seven runners, spearheaded by Kenya’s 1:03:14 man Elias Kiptoo, passed the five-kilometre mark in 14:33, a pace well outside what was necessary to break the course record. The group slowed slightly over the next five-kilometre section, hitting the 10-kilometre checkpoint in 29:16. There were still seven runners in contention for the victory including Kangogo, Yegon, Kiptoo, South Africa’s Precious Mashele, Eritrea’s Hiskel Tewelde and Aferwerki Birhane as well as Birhan Nebebew of Ethiopia. Soon after the half-way point, both Tewelde and Berhane started to kick on at the front. They forged ahead with Nebebew and created a small gap over the rest of the group. Some 13 kilometres into the race, Kangogo and Yegon rejoined the leaders and the pace slowed again. At 15 kilometres, reached in 43:48, Kangogo made a move but it wasn’t enough to shake off his opponents and the race eventually came down to a sprint between the five men. Tewelde, who represented Eritrea over 5000m at last year’s Olympics and 10,000m at this year’s World Championships, showed his strength to pull off his first international half marathon victory in 1:01:13. “Winning here gives me great satisfaction,” said the 31-year-old, who has a PB of 1:00:29. “It would have been great if some pacemakers could have been here to maintain a steady pace to run faster.” Nebebew was a close second, just one second behind Tewelde as Berhane took third place in 1:01:17, taking off 55 seconds from his previous personal best. Kangogo, who ran a PB of 59:25 in Copenhagen, placed fourth six seconds adrift the winner with Yegon fifth in 1:01:37 and Mashele sixth in 1:01:48. Men 1 Hiskel Tewelde (ERI) 1:01:13 2 Birhan Nebebew (ETH) 1:01:14 3 Aferwerki Berhane (ERI) 1:01:17 4 Albert Kangogo (KEN) 1:01:19 5 Geoffrey Yegon (KEN) 1:01:37 Women 1 Rahma Tusa (ETH) 1:08:29 2 Parendis Lakapana (KEN) 1:09:13 3 Josephine Chepkoech (KEN) 1:09:47 4 Juliet Chekwel (UGA) 1:15:05 5 Chadia Boumahdi (FRA) 1:15:19 Munene and Ayele beat the winds in Boulogne-­... Text description provided by the architects. Boursorama Banque has moved into its new Parisian head office in Boulogne-Billancourt designed by Studioninedots. In collaboration with Ateliers 115, Studioninedots created a robust and clear building distinguished by its subtle recesses and terraces but foremost by the striking facade that interplays rhythms of bronze-coloured blades.  The bank building is situated on a section of the old Renault factory site in Paris. The plot Lot YA sits within a dense urban fabric and points with its southern tip towards the adjacent Parc Billancourt and the river Seine. This resulted in a paradox: optimal views of the park were desired but, simultaneously, incoming direct sunlight should be blocked. © Peter CuypersThe building is designed to stand its place among the high rises on Avenue Pierre Lefaucheux. Utilising horizontal layers, for example in the form of recesses and terraces, connects it better to the smaller scale residential buildings in the neighbourhood.  The urban plan is designed by Patrick Chavannes LAN and Baumschlager&Eberle have designed individual plots Studioninedots won the invited competition in 2012 for the development of Lot YA Lot YA is the first project completed by Studioninedots in France Adagio Aparthotel was born in 2007 from a joint venture between Accor and Pierre & Vacances Center Parcs and is now a leader in the European's extended stay market The brand offers equipped apartments and several additional services to its guests the brand has been developing its variety of products working on three ranges of aparthotels: economic segment 3*-comfort Adagio Access aparthotels contemporary 4*-comfort Adagio aparthotels and upscale Adagio Premium aparthotels Adagio's aim is to operate a network of 200 aparthotels worldwide in 2024; and it certainly gets closer to its goal with the announced opening of the Adagio Boulogne-Billancourt aparthotel This 4* holiday residence will be implemented in Boulogne-Billancourt's growing Trapèze district near the Billancourt metro station (line 9) and the future Pont de Sèvres metro station (line 15) Following the building's rehabilitation by First Avenue it will operate under a management agreement between Adagio and KERMEN 768 The opening date is announced at the end of 2022 This Adagio aparthotel will offer its guests 101 equipped apartments outdoor spaces and an indoor common area exploring Adagio's "Le Cercle" concept This concept aims at puting the interpersonal guest experience to the forefront thanks to common spaces designed to offer a certain balance between intimacy and togetherness to long-term guests a library and object collection to enable everyone to create their own personal working space The first "Cercle" was opened in the Adagio Paris Bercy Village aparthotel Hotel website When it comes to advertising and cars, Renault dares to innovate. The brand’s recent multi-award-winning campaigns demonstrate its excellent creative health, stimulated by Renaulution and its new ‘Nouvel’R’ identity. They are helping to develop a new sense of pride in the teams involved on a daily basis. Here’s a look back at the recent awards won by Renault Advertising. The European Heritage Days, which celebrated their 40th birthday this year, took place on September 16th and 17th, 2023. To mark the occasion, the Foundation invited a famous street-artist to give an artistic performance on Bâtiment X. In the 90s, the now-famous street-artist Jérôme Mesnager came to Île Seguin to paint his iconic "Men in white" (who also turned 40 this year) on the walls of the disused Renault Billancourt factory. A time he has fond memories of. "I used to go painting during the day, accompanied by musicians. The atmosphere was excellent/great. We had this gigantic space at our disposal, with its test track and paint room". This artistic performance is the symbol of a new chapter opening up between Renault Group and art. A “street art” rooted in popular culture, like the vehicles we design. "Naturally present on the street, Renault shares with street art not only a common space, but also creativity, popularity, technical mastery and a taste for challenges." Catherine Gros, Foundation Director, responsible for Renault Group's major projects around art, heritage and sponsorship. The next appointment between the Group and street art has already been made, as the Foundation will support the street art exhibition dedicated to Zloty, from September 23rd to October 28th, 2023 in the 13th arrondissement of Paris. Renault's art collection, which begun in the 1930s, notably with the full time employment of photographer Robert Doisneau (1912-1994), reflects both its era and the company's history. It includes many works by Hungarian-born painter Victor Vasarely (1906-1997) - who redesigned the Renault logo in 1972 - as well as by Nouveaux Réalistes sculptors such as Arman (1928-2005) and Jean Tinguely (1925-1991), who worked directly in the workshops, with the company's teams and materials. Because a short video is worth a thousand words, (re)discover the unique relationship forged over the years between the Group and the art world viewing these images: Celebrated for many years for its magnificent garden and its collections of autochromes that are unique in the world the Albert Kahn Museum has been given a new architectural setting who had made his fortune in mineral resources and dreamed of a world at peace created and financed ten foundations to promote understanding between peoples Perceiving that his era would witness great changes he set himself the somewhat crazy challenge of creating an iconographic memory of societies on the verge of disappearing he sent operators from his property in Boulogne-Billancourt to photograph and film more than 60 countries The images are assembled in the Archives of the Planet a collection of some hundred hours of black and white film and more than 72,000 autochrome plates the first industrial process for true colour photography patented by the Lumière brothers of which the museum today owns the largest collection in the world humanist… Albert Kahn's enigmatic personality and his project continue to inspire the collective imagination and the work of researchers In a new building designed by the Japanese architect Kengo Kuma the museum's 2300m² of space presents permanent collections and temporary exhibitions The patiently collected images of a lost world are scattered throughout the exhibition and appear to come to life in screenings The various methods of presentation invite visitors to play an active role in their visit by forging a connection with the collections and thinking about their universal significance Built between 1895 and 1910 on a 4-hectare site, the gardens a true plant-based journey around the world are an integral part of the museum's collections Albert Kahn assembled and harmoniously combined the most diverse gardens reflecting the world he dreamed of: English garden and a Japanese garden containing a remarkable traditional "tea village" installed during the banker's lifetime the Image Factory explains the techniques used in filming and presents both the equipment and the style of the various operators a precious testimony to the world of the past The adjoining projection room contains a lantern for projecting autochromes The museum's collections will also be displayed in the centre of the garden films and testimonies evoke the impression that a visit to the gardens made on the guests of the master of the house The "Philosophical Garden" is a laboratory of life in which autochromes of the garden and films on the growth of plants are part of an immersive audiovisual experience artists in residence and more… the museum’s various areas are full of life all year round More museums and monuments in the Paris Region On the first Sunday of each month and during certain national events access to the site is free for all after booking a ticket online on the museum website Kenya’s Morris Munene and Ethiopia’s Gebeyanesh Ayele claimed their respective titles at the Semi­-Marathon Boulogne-­Billancourt Christian Granger whose 20th edition took place on Sunday (20) Munene thwarted the forecasts to pull of his third victory over the distance this year following wins at the Santa Pola and Madrid half marathons He thus succeeded 2014 winner Yitayal Atnafu who was the defending champion as last year’s edition was cancelled following the horrendous series of terrorist attacks which struck Paris who prevailed twice in the Marseille Cassis 20km and had the fastest PB of the field with 59:30 was eventually unable to make the trip to France with five runners with lifetime bests between 60 and 61-minutes toeing the line That implied that the 1:00:11 course record set by Kenya's Franklin Chepkowny in 2013 might be in jeopardy but fierce winds dashed any course record assaults A group of eight runners quickly detached itself from the field Ethiopians Yitayal Atnafu and Gedefa Tolossa Led by the 2016 Marvejols-Mende champion Lotiang the lead pack hit the five-kilometre checkpoint in 14:35 the 2010 European cross-country silver medallist who was targeting his 1:01:42 personal best was the first to fade and eventually drop out At the instigation of Lotiang who continued to force a steady pace the pack went through 10 kilometres in 29:02 But Ohman and Tolossa couldn’t maintain the rhythm and were the next to drop back there were still five runners left in contention: Munene with the pack passing 15 kilometres in 44:10 Uganda’s Siwa kicked on but couldn’t manage to pull away The final kilometre came down to a sprint with Munene prevailing in 1:02:04 My strategy was to be hidden in the group and then sprint hard at the end,” said the 21-year-old who improved his lifetime best to 1:00:35 in Krems as Lotiang rounded out the podium in 1:02:13 In a close finish Bira wound up fourth five seconds in arrears As expected the women’s contest was a duel between Kenya's Damaris Areba and Ethiopia's Gebeyanesh Ayele they separated themselves from the rest of the field with Ayele forging on alone soon thereafter She gradually pulled away to win her first half marathon contest in 1:10:21 Her previous best of 1:11:37 was set two years ago in Boulogne-Billancourt Areba finished a distant runner-up in 1:11:59 Men1 Morris Munene (KEN) 1:02:042 Yitayal Atnafu (ETH) 1:02:063 John Lotiang (KEN) 1:02:134 Seboka Bira (KEN) 1:02:185 Ben Siwa (UGA) 1:02:28 Women1 Gebeyanesh Ayele (ETH) 1:10:212 Damaris Areba (KEN) 1:11:593 Gezmu Zenash (ETH) 1:13:394 Elodie Mene (FRA) 1:15:325 Meredith Bortolameolli (FRA) 1:17:19 Kipchoge cruises to 59:44 victory at Delhi Ha.. Through the construction of 137 new housing units this competition deals with the redevelopment of an urban block in Boulogne-Billancourt On the site there were already several housing blocks organized in two six-story longitudinal pieces The program demanded the total demolition of the existing houses and preserving the adjacent park but the proposed complex generates an efficient urban microsystem that can be densified so instead of being demolished – which would affect its capacity and economy – it is maintained and presented as the referent of the new proposal The trees on the site are maintained and the 81 existing housing units are transformed and extended with winter gardens A new planted area covers the current parking with a double function: on the one hand it makes it unnecessary to build a new parking and on the other it contains shops and small facilities at street level The project also includes the construction of 56 new lifted over the ground to preserve the vegetation Demolishing and rebuilding would have been 30% costlier Cliente ClientVille de Boulogne-Billancourt Arquitectos ArchitectsAnne Lacaton & Jean-Philippe Vassal Colaboradores CollaboratorsJulien Sage-Thomas Superficie Surface area13.200 m2 (vivienda housing) + 1.200 m2 (equipamiento services) Coste Cost12.700.000 € (sin impuestos excluding taxes) there arent any match using your search terms The 20th edition of the Semi-Marathon Boulogne-Billancourt Christian Granger will see Ethiopia’s Yitayal Atnafu defend his title at the IAAF Bronze Label Road Race on Sunday (20) Last year’s edition was cancelled following the horrendous series of terrorist attacks which struck Paris on 13 November 2015 Atnafu will be defending the title he won in 2014 when he ran a PB of 1:01:03 Since then the 23-year-old has moved up to the marathon making his debut over the distance in 2:12:09 last January before finishing seventh in Paris in April in a best of 2:08:53 But retaining his title won’t be an easy task in the presence of so many high quality runners who has the fastest PB of the field with a time of 59:30 set 14 months ago The 26-year-old Kenyan seems to be the favourite as he is the only one with a sub-60-minute PB It also suggests that the 1:00:11 course record set by Kenya’s Franklin Chepkowny in 2013 could be in jeopardy unless the conditions turn out to be difficult as the forecast calls for rain and a strong wind who won the Marseille-Cassis 20km in 2012 and 2015 clocking three sub-61-minute half marathons including his success in Den Haag in a season’s best of 1:00:27 – a performance which was a world-leading mark at the time Kipyego’s main rival includes Fentahun Hunegnaw who almost broke the one-hour barrier when finishing sixth at the 2015 Berlin Half Marathon in a personal best of 1:00:10 Morris Munene could also come up trumps on Sunday The 21-year-old Kenyan was victorious at the Santa Pola and Madrid half marathons earlier this year and recently set a PB of 1:00:35 in Krems The Ugandan improved his personal best in Cardiff last month French hopes will rest on Hassan Chahdi’s shoulders The 2010 European cross-country silver medallist who has opted to contest the Boulogne-Billancourt Half Marathon instead of the French qualifying race for the 2016 European Cross Country Championships will be aiming to improve his lifetime best of 1:01:38 set in Paris in 2015 The women’s field isn’t as deep as the men’s but the competition will nevertheless be interesting and will likely come down to a duel between Ethiopian duo Damaris Areba and Zwedenesh Ayele set her PB of 1:11:32 last year in Cardiff while Ayele’s PB is just five seconds slower having clocked 1:11:37 two years ago when finishing second in Boulogne-Billancourt The women's course record is held by Ethiopia’s 2011 New York Marathon champion Firehiwot Dado About 8000 runners will take part in Sunday’s race making this half marathon one of the most popular in France Semi-Marathon de Boulogne-Billancourt cancell.. The town of Boulogne-Billancourt, southwest of Paris, boasts a superb Olympic ice rink where it's a pleasure to come and skate on the ice with the family The Boulogne Olympic skating rink is one of the must-see rinks in the inner suburbs of Paris sessions are designed for families with children so that the little ones can skate at their own pace and in complete safety it's the turn of the grown-ups to take to the rink If you're looking for lessons supervised by winter sports professionals the skating rink offers a range of classes for all ages and tastes (competition the rink also offers supervised skating sessions in the ice garden every Sunday morning introductory sessions are organized on certain weekday evenings the rink's coaches also offer advanced sessions The rink is open (during the school year) every Wednesday afternoon or €19.90 for the family pass (two adults and two children or one adult and three children) with skate hire at an additional cost of €3.90 per pair To discover the most festive skating rink in the Île-de-France region head for Boulogne-Billancourt and its Olympic rink