École nationale supérieure d'architecture de Paris-la Villette

The book brings together some thirty interviews with key figures from this historic turning point, including Jean-Louis Cohen, François Very, Bernard Huet, Roland Castro, Henri Ciriani, Monique Eleb and Jacques Lucan… Curated by Caroline Maniaque, Éléonore Marantz and Jean-Louis Violeau, who also curated the exhibition “Mai 68. L’Architecture aussi!” exhibition at the Cité de l’architecture et du patrimoine in summer 2018, the book restores the kaleidoscopic words of this “generation” and puts them into historical perspective.

Since 2024, ENSA Paris-la Villette has regularly offered the Pro-Paille training course, which offers a comprehensive approach combining theory and practical exercises, enabling learners to master the principles and techniques in line with the professional rules for straw-bale construction (RPCP 2012) and apply them in construction or renovation projects.

The RPCP 2012, drawn up by the Réseau Français de Construction en Paille, constitute the official and normative framework in France. They define best practices for the use of straw as structural insulation and plaster support.

This continuing education course is aimed at all design, engineering and construction professionals wishing to acquire the skills needed to enter this market, as well as project owners and technical departments wishing to commission and maintain buildings (local authorities, landlords, developers).
No prior knowledge is required.

The next Pro-Paille training course, for a maximum of 15 people, will take place from September 14 to 18, 2026.

Application deadline: June 26, 2026

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D-PRAUG is a continuing education program dedicated to urban and architectural programming approaches in support of the ecological transition. It is offered by three leading higher education establishments: École des Ingénieurs de la Ville de Paris, École d’Urbanisme de Paris and École nationale supérieure d’architecture de Paris-la Villette.

This post-master’s level certification course is aimed at professionals in the field of planning and the built environment, either working or looking for a job, and at holders of at least 4 years’ higher education with professional experience in architecture, urban planning and/or construction. Validation of prior professional experience is possible.

The next D-PRAUG training course, for up to 20 people, will take place in 2027.

The second phase of admission to ENSA Paris-la Villette is now open.

Invitations to selection interviews to join the school for the start of the 2026-2027 academic year have been sent out exclusively via the Parcoursup platform. To find out if they have been invited, applicants are invited to consult their space in Parcoursup.

HMONP (Habilitation à la maîtrise d’œuvre en son nom propre) is a training program designed to help architects assume their responsibilities as authors of architectural projects.

At ENSA Paris-la Villette, this training program takes the form of a minimum 6-month work placement and two two-week thematic sessions at the school (end of January/beginning of February and end of June/beginning of July 2027).

ENSAPLV trains classes of 200 candidates.

Are you a student at ENSAPLV? Take part in the survey: it’s about you!

ENSAPLV is launching a survey from April 1 to June 14, 2026 dedicated to the quality of student life. The aim is to gain a better understanding of the day-to-day lives of the school’s students, with a view to improving conditions of welcome, study and well-being within the establishment. Four main themes are addressed: daily life and infrastructures, health and well-being, social life and activities, and support and guidance. The responses will help us to develop existing systems and implement new initiatives tailored to needs.

All students are invited to take part by completing an anonymous online questionnaire, the link to which has been sent to e-mail inboxes, or by flashing the QR Code on the posters that have been hung around the school.