BRINGING BACK TO LIFE A SLICE OF HISTORY.
Bridging East and West, the newly restored villa speaks volumes on the city’s history
Villa le Voile is a love letter to Vietnam, embracing its vibrant history whilst offering a glimpse into its future as an exciting international destination. Its name takes inspiration from the word voile, French for “veil,” in symbolism of the extensive yet rewarding journey of restoration and the layers of history that had been unveiled in the process.
Facing Vo Van Tan Street, previously Rue Testard, the two-storey heritage building is located in a historic district that was once a preferred area of residence for Saigon’s elite. Villa le Voile is one of 52 Category One heritage buildings in Saigon, an eclectic architectural masterpiece that blends indigenous Vietnamese, Chinese, and French architectural influences and represents a piece of Saigon’s colorful history.
Slated to open its doors to the public in March 2022, one of Saigon’s last remaining heritage properties will be reborn as Vietnam’s premier lifestyle destination. Villa le Voile will present the finest authentic expressions in dining, culture and lifestyle in the heart of the burgeoning Asian city of Saigon.
THE RESTORATION SPECIALISTS
The renown architect specialists who participate in Villa Le Voile’s restoration, (comprehensive restoration projects in Vietnam by international standards).
Palazzo Spinelli Institute for Art and Restoration
The Institute works globally for the protection of world cultural heritage through promotion and management of initiatives based on the study, conservation, restoration and enhancement of historical and artistic heritage, and through projects carried out in collaboration with public and private entities, with the European Commission, UNESCO and the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The Institute works through a framework of agreements of Scientific, Technological and Cultural cooperation undersigned with more than 60 governments worldwide.
Thanks to these activities, and participation in international projects funded by the European Commission, the Institute has established an extensive network of collaboration and partnership that includes over 500 institutions in 100 countries. www.palazzospinelli.org
Stonewest
Stonewest is one of the UK’s leading building restoration, conservation and stonemasonry companies.
Through offices based in the Hong Kong, the UAE and Myanmar Stonewest also has a long and growing presence internationally In combining their knowledge of traditional building methods with modern management techniques, Stonewest offers an unrivaled breadth and quality of service as both Principal & Specialist Contractors.
They have been involved in the creation, restoration, and repair of historic landmark buildings such as Selfridges on Oxford Street, St Paul’s Cathedral, Regents Crescent, , Tai Kwun, Qasr Al Hosn and more. www.stonewest.co.uk.
CNPN
Led by Nicolas Viste, an experienced architect specialized in heritage conservation, CNPN is the appointed local team that drew up a complete technical assessment to guide the conservation of the historical asset.
Thanks to the team’s rigorous approach, CNPN gained an exceptional understanding of the Villa, which helped the project identify the most appropriate methods of intervention, suppliers and partners. Their pioneering legacy will pave the way not only for the Villa, but a living case study for future heritage restoration projects in Vietnam.
