Origin and history

Chillaz House is a monument located in the town of Fillinges, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. Although its existence is attested, the available sources do not specify its construction period or detailed history. This type of building, often linked to a defensive or residential function, was common in rural areas to house local noble or bourgeois families.

In the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, strong houses were generally built between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. They served as a refuge and symbol of power for local lords or notables. Their architecture often reflected protection needs while integrating comfort elements, adapted to the socio-economic context of the time.