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1947. rare Tropical house by Ferdinand Fillod
$1,018,136.21
£761,581.16
€850,000
CA$1,402,942.83
A$1,542,176.01
CHF 809,635.15
MX$18,337,581.06
NOK 10,397,554.18
SEK 9,471,048.20
DKK 6,477,881.47
About the Item
Galerie Clément Cividino is pleased to offer for sale a superb Fillod pavilion, a rare and highly sought-after example of French lightweight architecture. Currently on display at the prestigious Terra Remota estate, this pavilion stands out for its timeless design, modularity, and unique industrial charm.
Fully restored, it is ready to be installed as a guest house, workspace, exhibition pavilion, boutique module, or premium hospitality unit. Its emblematic metal architecture, designed by Fillod, also makes it a collectible piece appreciated by enthusiasts of mid-20th-century architecture.
Key features:
— Original and authentic Fillod model
— Restored metal structure
— Compact format, easy to transport and install
— Ideal for private projects, boutiques, wineries, hospitality concepts, or architectural collections
A rare opportunity to acquire an iconic pavilion that masterfully combines history, design, and contemporary functionality.
DESCRIPTIVE SHEET — Tropical Pavilion by Ferdinand Fillod
Context and Rediscovery
• Designed by Ferdinand Fillod, a pioneer of prefabricated metal structures.
• Presented in 1947 as a prototype during an urban planning and housing exhibition.
• The model restored by Clément Cividino is one of the last known surviving examples.
Architecture
Technical Features
• Structure: Framework composed of prefabricated metal arches.
• Materials: Ribbed metal panels clipped or bolted together.
• Roof: Double-roof system providing natural ventilation.
• Dimensions: Approx. 90 m² plus a 30 m² terrace.
• Original purpose: A modular and demountable dwelling.
Restoration by Clément Cividino
• Rediscovered after having been abandoned for many years near Marseille.
• Carefully restored with the help of specialized craftsmen.
• Exhibited since 2025 at the Terra Remota estate (Catalonia).
Heritage Significance
• Forward-thinking vision of industrial and modular housing.
• Innovative engineering for ventilation, rapid assembly, and accessibility.
• The restoration highlights Fillod’s importance in the history of modern architecture.
Current Status
• On view at the Terra Remota estate.
• One of the few restored examples accessible to the public.
Shipping by container organized by our team . / installation can realized by our team , on demand.
- Creator:Ferdinand Fillod (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 1,574.81 in (4,000 cm)Width: 5,118.12 in (13,000 cm)Depth: 393.71 in (1,000 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1947
- Condition:Replacements made: Window , wood floor.
- Seller Location:Perpignan, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU4614146690092
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