Deconstructing demolition - Transforming methodology and methodology of transformation
© Alban Gervais
As part of the “Deconstructing Demolition” exhibition, on view from March 24 to April 15, 2026 in the architecture gallery at ENSA Paris-la Villette, the curators are offering a series of events: round tables, guided tours and screenings.
ROUND TABLE #4: “Transformation methodology and transformation methodology”.
How can we transform our project practices and pedagogies in favor of rehabilitation? How can taking care of buildings and residents become an opportunity to invent new practices at the heart of disciplinary issues?
With the participation of
- Raphaëlle Bernabei, Deputy Managing Director of Marne-au-Bois SPL (Société publique locale d’aménagement),
- Marion Howa, architect, lecturer at ENSA Paris-Val de Seine, CRH LAVUE researcher, co-founder of Collectif 49 architecture et paysage, president of La Maison Ouverte in Bordeaux, author of a thesis on “La transformation comme conception ouverte en architecture: expérience de la cité de Beutre, un projet de transformation des logements avec les habitants dans un quartier populaire”,
- Jérôme Marin, architect, lecturer at ENSAPLV.
Moderated by Angélique Chedemois and Ivan Le Hir.
Deconstructing demolition” exhibition
Initiated by the student association La Vill’Verte, this exhibition is a continuation of the thinking behind HouseEurope! and will occupy the exhibition gallery at ENSA Paris-la Villette, where it will resonate with the school’s characteristic territory and commitment.
Curated and produced by: Association étudiante la Vill’Verte – Ivan Le Hir and Nathan Oriou, Laure Navarro and Pauline Lafargue, graduate architects at ENSAPLV, and teachers Angélique Chedemois, senior lecturer at TPCAU, and Louis Destombes, associate lecturer at TPCAU.
Art direction and graphic design : Alban Gervais
Exhibition open from March 24 to April 15, 2026, Monday to Friday, 10am to 7pm, Saturday 10am to 6pm, except Monday April 6 (closed for Easter Monday). Free admission.
Opening on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 6:30pm.
