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Two images of Charlotte Perriand facing the valley and on the "Chaise basculante" Tilting Chair

Charlotte Perriand, Architect/Designer/Artist at FLV

by Colleen's Paris January 30, 2020
Exhibitions & ArtParis History & Architecture written by Colleen's Paris

Are you interested or curious about the synthesis of architecture, art and design? Two noted artist/architects who fit that description are Charlotte Perriand and Frank Gehry.  Charlotte Perriand “imagined an ‘art of living’ that broke the codes of the time.” The Charlotte Perriand exhibition at the Fondation Louis Vuitton may …

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Fondation Louis Vuitton shuttle facing Arc de Triomphe next to metro

Shuttle Arc de Triomphe to Fondation Louis Vuitton

by Colleen's Paris January 30, 2020
Exhibitions & ArtParis History & Architecture written by Colleen's Paris

Do you prefer light, airy, electric transportation? Would you like a scenic ride along the fashionable Avenue Foch to and from the Arc de Triomphe? When you plan a visit to the Fondation Louis Vuitton (FLV) you have alternatives: Line 1, Buses 63 or 244 or the FLV shuttle. The …

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Frank Gehry Fondation Louis Vuitton conversation with Jean-Louis Cohen

A Rare Moment in Paris with Frank Gehry

by Colleen's Paris October 3, 2019
Exhibitions & ArtParis History & Architecture written by Colleen's Paris

Frank Gehry had just left the auditorium in a conversation with Jean-Louis Cohen at the Fondation Louis-Vuitton. After listening to his architectural journey as it relates to the “free and independent” architect Charlotte Perriand, I walked up to him. I thanked him for sharing his thoughts and for his unique …

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Children on Amusement Rides with Sponge Bob

More Things to do with Children in Paris

by Colleen's Paris July 5, 2011
Activities, Theater, Cinema, MusicLife in Paris written by Colleen's Paris

Highlights of Things To Do This page contains things to do in both English and French. Children who speak French? For those of you who have children who speak French up-to-date activities for children (in French) using the Paris Mayor’s website for Paris d’Enfants.  The association, Paris d’enfants, has suggestions …

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Children playing in the water Jardin d'Acclimatation Bois de Boulogne children's amusement park with a zoo, the Exploradôme museum, and other attractions 2013

Child’s Paradise in the Parisian Woods

by Colleen's Paris July 5, 2011
Gardens, Parks & ZoosLife in Paris written by Colleen's Paris

Children Rule the Roost! Many activities are available when you bring children to Paris. Part of the material in this article comes from a Paris Tourist Office article. “The Parisian Woods are a Children’s Paradise. Children of all ages can race and cycle along the paths in complete safety and …

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Image in the metro for "Soldes" Sales either in Spring or Winter in Paris

General July Activities In Paris

by Colleen's Paris June 28, 2010
Activities, Theater, Cinema, MusicLife in Paris written by Colleen's Paris

Use Google Translate for Paris activities and information on the following web sites: For a complete list of exhibitions visit the newspaper leParisien.fr-Paris étudiant.com web site l’Officiel des spectacles or buy the magazine for 35 cents when you arrive in Paris. Summer Sale begins end of June in Paris Between …

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