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The villa Roche is a house located in Nîmes, in the Gard department, in the Occitanie region (formerly Languedoc-Roussillon). Built in the third quarter of the 20th century, it embodies the modern architecture of its time. The villa has been listed as a historical monument since 2011, recognizing its heritage value and its style representative of the work of its architect, Armand Pellier.

In 1969, Dr. Roche and his wife commissioned the architect Armand Pellier (1910-1989) to build their residence. The villa, designed on the ground floor, is distinguished by its square plan and its discreet integration into the urban landscape. The south wall, fully open on a terrace, contrasts with the facades closed to the west and north, creating a play of light and privacy. The alliance of the white concrete and the stone of the Pont du Gard, typical of Pellier, gives the whole a mineral aesthetic softened by the presence of a swimming pool reflecting architectural volumes.

The interior of the villa is organized with care, subdividing the spaces by variations of height under ceiling. The music lounge, separated from the reception area by a fireplace, and the winter garden illustrate this search for functionality and elegance. The Roche villa, by its balance between angular and curved lines (like the awning of the main body), embodies the architectural heritage of Armand Pellier. Its registration in 2011 protects the entire building, including the garage, stressing its importance in the heritage of the twentieth century.

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