# A Brutalist Marseille Villa Blends Formula 1 and Brazilian Modernism Designer Sandrine Sarah Faivre merges concrete's rustic charm with Brazilian lifestyle influences. - **Source:** [Architectural Digest](https://brifing.si/source/d2a803b5-44d1-459b-8d0d-ae4594d3d9a4) - **Published:** 2026-07-14 - **Topic:** [Design & UX](https://brifing.si/c/design) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/e3f6c146-fc99-4319-8365-4daeee1289ab ## Brazilian Spirit Meets Brutalist Aesthetics Designer Faivre combined Brazilian architect Marcio Kogan's tropical modernism with Brutalist architecture in this Marseille villa. The raw concrete structure frames panoramic city views through expansive glass openings, while minimalist details reflect Brazil's indoor-outdoor living philosophy. ## Spaces Shaped by Personal Narratives The vintage motorcycle displayed in the living room is a special piece purchased by the owner's father in his birth year. Faivre showcased this meaningful object beneath the teak suspended staircase, adding personal character. Antiques collected from Paris flea markets further enhance the home's unique personality. ## Formula 1 Passion in Interior Design The owner's passion as an amateur race car driver materializes through the displayed Formula 1 suit and helmet in the primary bedroom. Collaborating with Marseille-based set designer Emmanuelle Luciani, Faivre masterfully blended racing iconography with modernist architecture. ## Mobile Bar for Fluid Living The 1960s-inspired mobile bar reflects Marseille's indoor-outdoor lifestyle. This stainless steel design complements the kitchen surfaces while adding lightness to the concrete-dominated space, allowing guests to enjoy cocktails anywhere they please. ## Playful Touches for Childlike Discovery Minecraft-inspired benches and a nautical-themed media room create fun contrasts to the serious Brutalist architecture. Colorful outdoor furniture by the pool reinforces this playful spirit. As Faivre says: 'A home for someone who knows how to have a good time.' ## Material Harmony with Emotional Depth The dance between teak, light-colored stone, white paints and raw concrete pays homage to Marseille's industrial heritage. These material choices, referencing Le Corbusier's concrete structures in the city, create rustic charm while channeling the warmth of Brazilian modernism. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.architecturaldigest.com/story/a-brutalist-marseille-villa-takes-inspiration-from-formula-1-and-brazilian-modernism — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._