The imposing Rubik’s Cube shaped building dominates the view. It’s a striking landmark on Rue Anna Marly. This isn’t just any street in Lyon. It’s named after Anna Marly a remarkable woman.
Rue Anna Marly holds a special place in Lyon’s history. It’s a relatively new street opened around 2015. Before that it was filled with workshops. The street’s namesake Anna Marly a Russian-born French singer-songwriter composed the Chant des Partisans. This iconic song became the anthem of the French Resistance during World War II.
The Rubik’s Cube building houses the regional headquarters of Immobilière Rhône-Alpes. This is a social housing company. It’s a modern eco-friendly building with glass and polished concrete facades. The building’s design is striking. It features a central garden allowing the street and garden to interact. It’s a testament to modern architecture. This innovative building perfectly blends into the urban landscape. The offices are organized around a garden. This creates a pleasant and productive working environment.
Anna Marly’s story is one of resilience and creativity. She fled Russia after the revolution. She found success as a singer and dancer in France. Her contribution to the Resistance effort during the war was immense. Her song gave hope and strength to many. After the war she lived in various countries. She continued to compose music.
Today Rue Anna Marly is a vibrant part of Lyon. It’s a mix of residential and commercial buildings. The street connects Passage Faugier and Impasse de l’Asphalte. It also connects to Rue Pierre Semard and Rue Abraham Bloch. The presence of the Rubik’s Cube building adds a touch of modern flair. The street carries the legacy of a powerful woman. This legacy lives on in the name of a street. This street quietly hums with the echoes of history. And the sounds of life continue on Rue Anna Marly.