Fondation Le Corbusier
Museum Architect's foundation and museum preserving Le Corbusier works
A Paris museum and archive dedicated to Le Corbusier, the Fondation displays the architect’s models, drawings and preserved interiors; architecture enthusiasts visit for exhibitions and study material on modernist design.
Fondation Le Corbusier is an institution in the Paris region dedicated to preserving the legacy and works of the modern architect Le Corbusier. It maintains collections of drawings, models, documents and related material that document his projects and theory.
Exhibitions and research resources present aspects of Le Corbusier’s architecture, urban planning and design work. The foundation functions as a specialist cultural and archival centre for students, scholars and visitors interested in 20th-century architecture.
The foundation was established to conserve and promote Le Corbusier’s estate and to provide public access to his archive holdings and exhibitions about his work and influence.
It is located in the Île-de-France region of northern France, within the Paris metropolitan area, and is reachable from central Paris by public transport.
- Collections focus: Houses archives, drawings and models related to the work of Le Corbusier and operates as a centre for research and exhibitions on modern architecture.
How to Get to Fondation Le Corbusier #
Located in the 16th arrondissement, the foundation is reachable by Paris metro (Porte Maillot or Trocadéro stations are closest depending on the exact route) and by local buses. The 16th is walkable from the Seine and other western Paris attractions.
Tips for Visiting Fondation Le Corbusier #
- The Fondation Le Corbusier archives and house‑museum are compact; reserve tickets in advance for guided visits on busy days.
- The building on Rue Nungesser et Coli is an assemblage of Le Corbusier's tastes - look for the collection of furniture designs and the small models of urban plans.
Best Time to Visit Fondation Le Corbusier #
The foundation is an indoor cultural site; plan visits in weekdays or reserve in advance during major exhibitions.
Weather & Climate near Fondation Le Corbusier #
Fondation Le Corbusier's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (628 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 62 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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