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The building 6 Place du Parlement-de-Bretagne in Rennes is a typical example of urban architecture rebuilt after the great fire of 1720, which devastated much of the city. The houses of this square, built in the first half of the eighteenth century, are distinguished by their large granite arcades in the middle of the corner, structuring a ground floor, a basement and two floors. A floor of attices at the Mansart crown together, while ionic pilasters separate spans, illustrating the influence of classic cannons in reconstruction.

The Palace Square, now known as the Place du Parlement-de-Bretagne, was conceived as a harmonious urban space, reflecting the desire for modernization after the disaster. The facades on the square and on the courtyard, as well as the roofs and stumps of chimneys, were classified as Historic Monument by decree of 6 November 1959, highlighting their heritage value. The exact address, 6 place of the British Parliament (35700 Rennes), corresponds to the cadastre section B, plots 747, 748 and 750.

The 1720 fire marked a turning point in Rennes' urban planning, leading to a planned reconstruction where local granite played a central role. The buildings of this period, like this one, bear witness to architectural standardization aimed at limiting future risks, while affirming the prestige of the city. Their arcade layout also met commercial needs, with the basement and upper floors often dedicated to housing or craft activities.

No information is available on original owners or architects who led the work. However, the ionic style of the pilasters and the regularity of the facades suggest the intervention of master works trained in Parisian models, then in vogue. The licence for facades and roofs, protected since 1959, covers only exterior elements, without mentioning remarkable interior developments.

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