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The House of Consuls, also called the House Cayla, is an emblematic building of Périgueux, located in the Dordogne department, in New Aquitaine. Built in the 15th century, it illustrates the flamboyant Gothic architecture with its decorated mâchicoulis, its meneau windows and its chimera adorned skylights. Although its name evokes an administrative function, it has never housed the Consulate of the city, installed Place du Coderc.

Before the Revolution, the house belonged to Fayolle's family, then passed into the hands of the families of the Lau de la Côte and Cayla. Its direct access from the Isle River was interrupted in the 19th century by the construction of Boulevard Georges-Saumande (former Imperial Highway 21). Ranked a historic monument in 1889, it has recently been renovated to accommodate eleven luxury apartments, combining river-side apartments and studios at the back.

The building stands out for its Isle side façade, marked by a round path and decorative defensive elements, while the rear reveals a hexagonal tower with a screw staircase. Integrated into all the Houses of the Quais, it bears witness to the medieval and reborn civil heritage of Périgueux, between residential function and architectural prestige.

The restoration work carried out in 2014-2016, in agreement with the DRAC Aquitaine, allowed to preserve its historical characteristics while adapting to contemporary use. The house remains a private property, but its history and architecture make it a symbol of the city centre safeguarded.

Future

Included between the Lambert House and the Salleton Hotel, it is part of the so-called Quais houses.

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