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The magnificent “Diamond“, as it is nicknamed by the people of Nice, is the work of the architect Daniel Libeskind.
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Iconic, from Compagnie de Phalsbourg, opened its doors to the public in April.
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The complex stretches between the tram tracks of Avenue Jean-Médecin (left) and the SNCF tracks at Thiers station (right)under the shadow of the highway.
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A new place to live, Iconic welcomes shops and hotels. It offers services as well as cultural and educational offerings.
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A mosaic of metal diamonds vibrates the metal case, and their blues palette is reminiscent of the Mediterranean Sea.
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Philippe Journo, president of the Compagnie de Phalsbourg, and Christian Estrosi, mayor (Horizons) of Nice, on the 150 square meter roof terrace of Iconic.
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This unusual shopping center is the new urban landmark overlooking the avenue Jean-Médecin tram tracks.
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At nightfall, Iconic transforms into a color-changing magic lantern.
«aAfter six years of waiting, Nice finally has a Louvre pyramid! » pleasing his mayor, Christian Estrosi. The winner of the Thiers station competition that aims to restore and transform this neglected area, Iconic is a “city builder”, as described by Philippe Journo, president of the Compagnie de Phalsbourg, which this project is financed with 120 million euros. Standing at the foot of the Jean-Médecin tramway, this 120-metre-long building juts out in all directions. […] Read more
2024-10-27 06:03:00
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