Cité du Lignon by Jaccaud + Associés is an exemplary renovation project of a monumental modernist housing complex built between 1963 and 1971 in Geneva, Switzerland. The ambitious 11-year phased renovation completing in 2021 aimed to restore Le Lignon's original identity while enhancing its thermal performance and sustainability.
This project contributes to the social-ecological transformation by preserving the complex's patina and original materials, focusing on upgrading facades, glazing, and overall fabric. All 581 dual-aspect apartments were upgraded for comfort and energy efficiency, aligning with Switzerland's new thermal performance building standards. Despite the complexity of ownership and the need for extensive refurbishments, a consortium of stakeholders, including pension funds and housing associations, collaborated to ensure the unity and identity of Le Lignon.
Geneva
Switzerland
Housing
Housing, Renovation
2021