Centre National de la Danse

The building is known for being a classic example of Brutalist architecture, and in 2004 was awarded the Prix de l'Équerre d'Argent.

It was established at Pantin along the Canal de l'Ourcq, and has a permanent office in Rhône-Alpes, Lyon.

The building was completed in 1972 by the architect Jacques Kalisz for use as the administrative centre of the city of Pantin.

Antoinette Robain and Claire Gueysse were selected as architects to resume the work of Jacques Kalisz, and transform it into the Centre National de la Danse (inaugurated in and winning the Prix de l'Équerre d'Argent in 2004).

They focused on the treatment of materials and colors inside the building to create a horizontal consistency, while respecting its outward appearance.