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Origin and history

The house at 16 boulevard Leclercq in Roubaix is an Art Nouveau style villa built in the early 20th century. Built in 1904 by architect Elie Dervaux, it illustrates the architectural audacity of this period, marked by curved lines and organic motifs. This type of realization reflects the industrial development of Roubaix, a city that was then in full textile expansion, where the local bourgeoisie invested in prestigious residences.

Classified as a Historical Monument by order of 29 October 1975, the villa is protected for its facade and roof on street. This recognition underscores his heritage interest, both in his architecture and in his testimony to the urban history of Roubaix. The exact address, 16 boulevard Leclercq, is referenced in the Merimée base under Insee code 59512, confirming its anchoring in the Northern Department.

Available sources, including Monumentum, specify that the location of the villa is considered "a priori satisfactory" (note 6/10), although minor discrepancies exist between the official address and GPS coordinates. No information is provided on its current access to the public, including visits, rentals or accommodation. The villa thus remains an emblematic but partially documented example of Art Nouveau heritage in the Hauts-de-France.

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