Les ChryollesHamlet reborn · Valmeinier

Rebirth of the Hamlet

Three decades of passion to bring a historic hamlet back to life

The Stages of the Renaissance

1980-2000

Rebuilding the Noraz Farm

First step of the renaissance: restoration of the Noraz family's historic farm using traditional techniques.

  • Restoration of the stone walls
  • Roof restoration
  • Preservation of the traditional wooden balconies
Rebuilding the Noraz Farm - Image 1
Rebuilding the Noraz Farm - Image 2
2013-2015

Architectural and Regulatory Design

Crucial years working with State experts, given the confusion between alpine seasonal chalets and the reality of this hamlet: mountain farms occupied year-round by families and their herds.

  • Collaboration with Mme Gamelon and Philippe Gagnon (Architecte des Bâtiments de France)
  • Pierre Liochon, co-author of the Loi Montagne
Architectural and Regulatory Design

2013-2015

Architectural and Regulatory Design

2023-2025

Rebuilding the Farms: the LES CHRYOLLES Project

Complete rebuilding of the hamlet's farms, blending tradition and modernity in harmony.

  • Architecture respectful of the heritage
  • Local, sustainable materials
  • Integrated modern amenities
Rebuilding the Farms: the LES CHRYOLLES Project - Image 1
Rebuilding the Farms: the LES CHRYOLLES Project - Image 2
2025+

New Life

The hamlet finds its soul again, welcoming families, friends and people in need.

  • Welcoming families
  • Community life
  • Preserving authenticity
New Life

2025+

New Life

From Ruins to Renaissance

Slide the cursor to compare the Anchical farm before restoration and today.

Ruins of the Anchical farm in May 2006, before restoration2006 — ruins
Restored Les Chryolles chalet: stone facade, wooden shutters, lauze stone roofToday

The Result of the Renaissance

Result of the Les Chryolles renaissance

The hamlet regains its former splendor, welcoming families and friends in a preserved setting.