Nancy 1913, un rêve de cité moderne : l'esquisse d'un plan d'extension aux premiers temps de l'urbanisme

A pioneering urban plan for Nancy, France, emerged from the first-ever French urbanism exhibition held in 1913, showcasing a visionary approach to city expansion. This plan, characterized by a grand circumscription boulevard, reflected the ambitions of a regional renaissance fueled by proximity to Germany and the growth of the Briey coal basin. Unlike previous initiatives, it was driven by local ironmasters and architects associated with the École de Nancy, blending international research with local expertise. The exhibition's significance extends beyond its immediate context, offering insights into early urbanism debates, particularly regarding the treatment of city boundaries, between beltways and garden cities. Published in prominent architectural journals and displayed across Europe, this plan stands as a testament to the evolving discourse on urban morphology during the early 20th century.

Bradel, V. Nancy 1913, un rêve de cité moderne : l’esquisse d’un plan d’extension aux premiers temps de l’urbanisme. https://doi.org/10.70675/df1d9b5ezef5az4f60z829ez3686afd4a1e5