Most developers avoid oddly shaped plots — especially narrow street corners like this one.
It’s said they’re harder to design.
Harder to maximize usable layouts.
And often more uneconomical to build on.
To most developers — it’s bad business.
But here’s the truth:
Constraint is the birthplace of great architecture.
When a site challenges you, unprecedented design excellence is required —
and that’s when the most extraordinary homes are created.
Allure Apartments, a residential tower in Paris, shows what happens when brilliant design embraces a “difficult” site:
- A narrow, triangular footprint becomes a bold sculptural icon
- Angled balconies unlock light, views, and natural ventilation
- Privacy is protected on a tight urban edge
- Each home feels open and elevated, not compromised
Instead of forcing standard units into a non-standard plot, the design celebrates what makes the site unique.
The result is a building that feels brighter, more spacious, and more connected to the city — because of the constraint, not in spite of it.
With thoughtful planning, even the toughest urban plots can become landmarks that families are proud to call home.
At Sapio Homes, we celebrate transformative architecture — designs that turn constraints into iconic beauty of living spaces.
Architects: FRESH Architectures
Photographs: David Foessel
Completed: 2018
Address: Martin Luther King Park, 147 Rue Cardinet, 75017 Paris, France
Photo credits: David Foessel & ArchDaily