By Yann Bacquet | Architect DPLG | AD VITAM
Historic buildings are silent witnesses to the eras they have survived. Restoring such spaces is not simply about repair or preservation. It requires a delicate balance between respecting their history and adapting them to today’s lifestyle expectations.
At AD VITAM, every transformation project is designed to preserve the spirit of the building while offering comfort, functionality and elegance suited to contemporary living.
Preserving What Matters
An architect’s first responsibility is to recognise the features that give a building its unique character — a façade, a timber frame, original volumes, or sometimes modest yet meaningful details. These are not constraints but anchors for the new design.
Reinterpreting Without Compromising
Adapting a historic property does not mean freezing it in the past. We reinterpret its original features using quality materials and modern solutions: expanded openings to maximise natural light, enhanced thermal insulation, and discreet integration of technology (heating, smart home systems, lighting).
Every intervention is measured and remains true to the building’s spirit.
Creating Spaces for Modern Living
Lifestyles evolve. Our clients often seek open spaces, a natural flow between indoors and outdoors, and versatile areas for remote work or leisure. We design layouts that reflect these contemporary expectations while honouring the architectural identity of the property.
A Dialogue Between Past and Present
Our mission is not to transform a historic building into a replica of something new. Instead, we create a harmonious dialogue between its past and the current needs of its occupants. This dialogue results in unique spaces that are both authentic and suited to today’s way of life.
AD VITAM | Building, Revealing, Transmitting.
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