Norman Foster's Sail-Inspired Riviera Retreat Is for Sale
One of the French Riviera's most remarkable private residences has come to market for €29.5 million. Villa La Voile, designed by renowned British architect Norman Foster as his personal coastal retreat, sits along the waterfront of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat between Nice and Monaco. Its sweeping steel arches, expansive glass walls and retractable sail-inspired canopy create a striking connection between modern architecture and the Mediterranean.
Originally built in the 1950s, the property was extensively transformed under Foster's direction between 1998 and 2002. The approximately 480-square-meter residence unfolds across multiple levels, with light-filled living spaces opening onto generous terraces overlooking the sea. Four en-suite bedrooms, a rooftop swimming pool and direct waterfront access complete a design that takes full advantage of its dramatic coastal setting.
Named La Voile, French for the sail, the house reflects Foster's fascination with engineering, light and the relationship between buildings and their surroundings. More than an extraordinary piece of real estate, it's a rare opportunity to own a deeply personal architectural work created by one of the world's most influential designers.
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