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David Vernet
Bordeaux, Cap Ferret, Libournais & Médoc

Trained in France, Hungary, the Netherlands and Slovenia, David Vernet established his architectural practice bandapar in both Paris and Bordeaux. His career spans teaching, guiding contemporary architecture tours, lobbying European institutions, curating exhibitions, authoring publications, and mediation. From 2007 to 2011, he served as Head of Secretariat for the European Forum for Architectural Policies (EFAP), an international network promoting architecture among European decision-makers, including the Commission, Parliament, and Committee of the Regions. He organized conferences on cultural industries and the future of cities.

David has taught at Delft Technical University, where he edited Boutiques and Other Retail Spaces: The Architecture of Seduction (Routledge) and contributed to journals like Kontrast and a10. Currently teaching in Bordeaux, he is also an elected member of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine Chamber of Architects.

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Tour in Bordeaux:
Under development: Euratlantique

Spanning over 730 hectares, the Euratlantique National Interest Operation is the largest urban renewal project outside Paris, driven by the arrival of high-speed rail. Structured into multiple sectors, it embodies a polycentric vision of the city.

The Saint-Jean district marks the first phase, focusing on redeveloping the station’s surroundings, brownfields, and the Garonne’s riverbanks. The goal: mixed-use programs and the restoration of former slaughterhouses, while reconnecting the city to the river.

Armagnac and Ars extend this momentum, combining residential projects and timber constructions, with a clear political aim to support local industries.

Finally, Amédée Saint-Germain exemplifies the reconquest of former railway sites in the city center. Density, height, and the integration of traditional workshops reflect Bordeaux’s contemporary urban challenges—a flagship operation blending railway heritage with Haussmannian urbanity.

This itinerary can be adapted, and other districts are available.

– Duration: 4 or 6 hours
– Transport: Walking, by bike or Public transport
– Services: Experienced local architect as guide
– Languages: French, English
– Group size: max. 25pax per guide

Projects depending on duration:

- Maison du Projet
- Jardin de l'Ars
- Pont Simone Veil (OMA)
- MECA (BIG)
- Tours en bois
- Amédée Saint-Germain (LAN)

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