By Yann Bacquet | Architect DPLG | AD VITAM
Old buildings are silent witnesses to the past. Restoring them isn’t just about fixing or preserving structures. It’s about striking the right balance between respecting their history and adapting them for today’s lifestyle.
At AD VITAM, every project is designed to protect the soul of the building while providing the comfort, functionality, and beauty expected by modern homeowners.
Preserving What Makes a Place Special
The architect’s first task is to identify what gives the building its unique personality — the façade, timber beams, original proportions, or small but meaningful details. These are not obstacles. They are the foundation for a thoughtful redesign.
Modern Comfort Without Compromise
Adapting a historic property doesn’t mean freezing it in time. We reinterpret original features with fine materials and modern upgrades: larger openings for natural light, improved insulation, and discreet technology (heating, smart systems, lighting).
Every design choice respects the spirit of the home.
Spaces for Today’s Living
Our clients want open, flowing spaces, a connection between indoors and outdoors, and rooms that can adapt to working from home or leisure. We create layouts that reflect these needs while staying true to the building’s original identity.
Bridging Past and Present
Our goal isn’t to make an old building look new. It’s to create a harmonious connection between its past and the way people live today. The result is a home that is both authentic and perfectly suited to modern life.
AD VITAM | Building, Revealing, Transmitting.
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