Tour Descartes

A La Défense office tower representative of the district’s late‑1980s generation, prioritizing rentable efficiency and corporate presence. The massing is straightforward and vertical, with a façade rhythm that reinforces the tower’s height. Core placement and standardized floor plates support flexible tenant fit‑outs over time. In the multi‑level public realm of La Défense, the building’s ‘address’ is shaped as much by terraces and access routes as by the lobby itself. Its architectural interest lies in how it fits a demanding business context while remaining adaptable across decades of use.