What is inside the guide

The first part gives you three of Jean Nouvel's most characteristic statements in French, with their English meaning and a short explanation of the key words in each one.

You will understand not just what he said, but how the French works and why these particular sentences matter.

The second part gives you twelve words and expressions drawn directly from the video.
Words like une façade vivante, auréolé de gloire, en rupture avec, and une pluie de lumière.
Each one comes with its meaning, its context, and a sentence that connects it to Nouvel's actual buildings.

These are words that will serve you in museums, on guided tours, and in conversation about French art and culture.

The third part gives you three things that most people do not know about Jean Nouvel.