For this reason, the benefits that can be realized from adaptive re-use of buildings, as opposed to demolition and replacement with new build, are rising up the agenda. The building's original three-pointed star shape symbolized the merger of three insurance companies into one, Union des Assurances de Paris. The 40-story, 189-meter high first phase was completed in 1974 and featured an aluminum facade and double-glazed windows which contrasted with tones of bronze-colored stone. Emporis is a leading database for building information worldwide. Its completion is an affirmation of the great relationship we’ve built with ALTAREA-COGEDIM, AXA Reim and Beacon Capital Partners, and of our hard work, together with SRA-Architectes, creating a beautiful and significant building in one of the world’s most important cities. Great buildings are a result of great teamwork.”. Developed by AXA Real Estate IM, Beacon Capital Partners and ALTAREA-COGEDIM, Tour FIRST, at 231 meters, is the tallest building in Paris and the tallest office building in France. Tour First (previously known as Tour UAP between 1974–1998, and as Tour Axa between 1998–2007) is an office skyscraper in Courbevoie, in La Défense, the business district of the Paris metropolitan area. Tour First is an office building that was completed in 1974. Structurae Version 7.0 - © 1998-2020 Nicolas Janberg. * The price includes VAT and shipping costs. La tour CB31 prépare sa renaissance, Le Moniteur des Travaux Publics et du Bâtiment. This building is really ahead of its time in that it was re-skinned to make, essentially, a new building, and isn’t simply a new addition on the Paris skyline. Tour CB31: métamorphose en cours, Etablissement Public pour l'aménagement de La Défense. The design incorporates new openings into the existing perimeter concrete structure to maximize daylight and views and, at the same time, transforms the internal office space. There currently are no relevant websites listed. ArchDaily 2008-2020. Tour FIRST is one of KPF’s many tall buildings that have been recently completed, along with the International Commerce Centre, the tallest building … When downloading images you may be subject to other costs from your internet service provider. Do you really want to delete this item from your favorites? All rights reserved. You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. The design also serves to integrate the tower into the surrounding dense urban environment, improving the quality and accessibility of public areas, and strengthening the connection between the building and the Grand Esplanade located at the heart of La Défense. You find information about construction projects, architecture, the building industry and city planning. No shipping costs apply to the download. Do you need more information about this building and its related companies? View a detailed profile of the structure 110514 including further data and descriptions in the Emporis database. In a world in which we are ever more conscious about sustainability in all walks of life, our decisions about buildings – their design, construction and management – are moving into sharper relief. We hope that everyone will agree our service is the very best. An inaugural reception was held earlier this month, and was attended by many notables, including Monsieur Patrick Devedjian, Monsieur Jacques Kossowski, and Madame Joëlle Ceccaldi-Raynaud. Tour First is a 56-story skyscraper in Courbevoie, Île-de-France, France. COPYRIGHT © 2000-2020 EMPORIS GMBH. Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users. Originally conceived as three identical wings around a central core, the refurbished tower retains the integrity of the original, while providing a modern interpretation of the concept and vastly improving the environmental performance and internal conditions and circulation. the world's most visited architecture website, © All rights reserved. In the case of Tour FIRST, KPF proposed the best course of action was a significant increase to the height of the 1970s tower designed by Pierre Dufau, while at the same time transforming its silhouette to create a new architectural statement and increased net area. We enjoyed a wonderful collaboration with all parties involved. While the original tower is built entirely with reinforced concrete, the structure added during reconstruction is composite: the new floors are made of steel and surround the vertically-extended concrete core. Text description provided by the architects. Login Tour FIRST is the largest fully HQE certified office tower in France. Tour FIRST exemplifies KPF’s dedication to the idea of refurbishment as a sustainable approach. All images are © each office/photographer mentioned. REGISTER FOR FREE. International Database and Gallery of Structures, Courbevoie-Charras. The project is located in Paris-La Défense and Courbevoie, Hauts-de-Seine (92), Ile-de-France, France. https://www.emporis.com/images/show/897409-Medium-exterior.jpg, https://www.emporis.com/images/show/897409-Large-exterior.jpg, tour-first-courbevoie-france-france-exterior-exterior, https://www.emporis.com/images/show/989199-Medium-tour-first-courbevoie-france-france-exterior-exterior.jpg, https://www.emporis.com/images/show/989199-Large-tour-first-courbevoie-france-france-exterior-exterior.jpg, https://www.emporis.com/images/show/989202-Medium-tour-first-courbevoie-france-france-exterior-exterior.jpg, https://www.emporis.com/images/show/989202-Large-tour-first-courbevoie-france-france-exterior-exterior.jpg, Became after the reconstruction France's tallest building, surpassing. All data contained herein is subject to change and is provided without warranties. International architecture firm, Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates (KPF) is pleased to announce the recent opening of Tour FIRST. Located on a prominent site near the Neuilly Bridge, the building stands as a striking symbol to La Défense and a new landmark on the Paris skyline. Tour FIRST is one of KPF’s many tall buildings that have been recently completed, along with the International Commerce Centre, the tallest building in Hong Kong, and Heron Tower, the tallest in London. Commenting on the inauguration, KPF Chairman A. Eugene Kohn said, “We are incredibly proud of Tour FIRST. Immeuble tour "Les Poissons", La Défense. Les fondations de la tour de l'UAP, Restructuration-surélévation. The tower's reconstruction is part of a major new development project billed as La Défense 2015 which will also include a number of new towers.

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