The villa is located in a residential neighborhood, in the seaside town of Seignosse, a place well known for its coastal dunes and surfing spots on the Atlantic Ocean. In the last two decades, this little town experienced a strong gentrification effect. In consequence, real estate prices surged hugely, with a pique just after the Covid crisis. So in a place where it's not uncommon for new owners to put down existing constructions and to start over from scratch, our client had a very different approach. This project illustrates how ethical choices more than economic means can drive a transformation project.