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La Villa Ronde
La Villa Ronde (The Round Villa), famously nicknamed Villa Camembert or Villa Docteur B., is an iconic piece of modernist architecture in Casablanca. Designed by German architect Wolfgang Ewerth and built between 1963 and 1964, the house is celebrated for its highly unconventional circular shape, which stands out in the urban landscape. It is a key example of post-independence architectural experimentation and design freedom. The villa's unique importance was formally recognized by its designation as a National Material Patrimony site in 2003.
Timeline
1963
Construction Began
Construction of the modernist villa began.
1964
Building Completed
The villa was completed.
2003
National Material Patrimony Declaration
The villa was officially included in the National Material Patrimony of Morocco.
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