Urban Geometries In and Around Paris

Join renowned urbanist Larry Beasley for a fascinating week in Paris examining the French grand style of urbanism and how its emphasis on order, monumentality, and classical beauty continues to inform urban design to this day.

Unfold the formation and nature of the open spaces and boulevards in and around Paris within the context of the history of the dramatic gestures and sweeping perspectives that gave us the cityscape of Paris so beloved today and the urban structuring and open space influences that have spread around the world.

With contributions by French historians and urbanists and exclusive seminars and presentations, the base and focus of this tour is the City of Paris, with excursions to Versailles and Giverny. Our base is a comfortable four-star hotel near the Luxembourg Gardens.

Neighbourhood walks with Larry’s local associates, exclusive presentations, convivial meals, and lots of off-piste exploration with Larry and Sandy are all part of this entertaining and stimulating week in Paris.