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The building located in the 8 Place Sainte-Scarbes in Toulouse, built in the 18th century, is distinguished by a facade typical of Toulouse civil architecture of this time. Organised on three floors at decreasing height, it has protruding windows on the first two levels, highlighted by curved lintels. The latter are surmounted by a cornice decorated with stylized plant motifs, including palmetten, which contrast with the polychromy of materials: the whiteness of the stones surrounding the openings and the pink of the dominant bricks.

The protection of this building dates back to a decree of 26 November 1946, which specifically included its façade and roof as part of the Historical Monuments. This classification reflects the heritage value of its decorative elements, such as the hangs of the counterwinds sealed in the stone, as well as its integration into the Toulouse urban landscape. The official address recorded in the Merimée base confirms its anchoring in the central district, although GPS coordinates suggest an approximate location near Lafayette Street.

The building embodies the architectural features of the Enlightenment in Toulouse, a period marked by urban growth and aesthetic research combining functionality and ornaments. Its state of conservation and location, noted as "passible" (5/10) in available sources, make it an accessible example of the built heritage of Occitan, although practical information about its visit or current use remains undocumented.

Visual sources, such as Didier Descouens' Creative Commons-licensed photographs, complement textual data by providing an overview of architectural details. No mention is made of a specific contemporary use (rent, visit, accommodation), nor of historical characters related to its construction or history, limiting knowledge to its material aspect and legal protection.

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