Registration for Historic Monuments 28 novembre 2001 (≈ 2001)
Protection of facades, roofs and common areas.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
2e quart XXe siècle
Construction of building
Construction of building 2e quart XXe siècle (≈ 2037)
Construction period according to Monumentum.
Heritage classified
Fronts and roofs on street and courtyard; the input grid; the common areas ( entrance hall and stairwell) (Box AB 8): inscription by order of 28 November 2001
Key figures
Charles Abella - Architect
Master of the building.
Origin and history
The building located at 12 rue Cassini, in the 14th arrondissement of Paris, is an emblematic building of the 2nd quarter of the 20th century. He was enrolled in the Historical Monuments by order of 28 November 2001, notably for his facades and roofs on street and courtyard, his entrance gate, as well as its common areas (vestibula and stairwell). These architectural elements reflect the style and construction techniques of this period, while testifying to the urban evolution of Paris at the beginning of the twentieth century.
Charles Abella, an architect, is identified as the master builder of this building. His work illustrates the architectural trends of the era, mixing functionality and aesthetics in a changing neighbourhood. The precise location of the building, confirmed by GPS coordinates and the official address, makes it a notable landmark in the Parisian landscape.
The accuracy of the location is assessed as fair (note 5/10), suggesting that adjustments may be required for more accurate geographical identification. Despite this, the building remains a representative example of the 20th century Parisian architectural heritage, protected for its historical and aesthetic value.
Available sources, including Monumentum and the internal data of the Merimée database, provide technical and administrative information about the monument. However, few details are available regarding its current use, such as a possible public opening, room rental or guest rooms. The emphasis is on its preservation as a witness to the built heritage of Paris.
The 14th arrondissement, where the building is located, is characteristic of Parisian urbanization in the early 20th century, marked by residential expansion and architectural innovations. This historical context highlights the importance of retaining buildings such as Cassini Street, which embody a pivotal period in the history of the capital.
Registration for Historic Monuments in 2001 highlights the official recognition of the heritage value of this building. Protected elements, such as facades, grids and common areas, are markers of the architectural identity of the time, while providing an overview of the lifestyles and aesthetic aspirations of this period.
