VOICED : French historians fight to save iconic La Samaritaine buildings

The video discusses the Lasama Heaton Department store in Paris, highlighting its historical significance and the need for repair before its closure in 2005. Despite efforts to preserve the original buildings, most have been demolished. The luxury group LVMH plans a 460 million euro redevelopment, including a luxury hotel, designer stores, and local authority apartments. The project aims to blend with the environment and create over 2000 jobs, with the new store opening in 2016. Only the principal building facing the Seine, classified as a historic monument, will be preserved.

What was the main concern of local associations regarding the Lasama Heaton Department store's renovation?

• The type of stores included in the renovation

• The preservation of original buildings

• The cost of the renovation

• The location of the store

Which company owns the Art Nouveau and Art Deco building on the Seine?

• LVMH

• Hermès

• Chanel

• Gucci

What is a unique feature of the new facade planned for the redevelopment?

• It will have a digital display

• It will be painted in bright colors

• It will be semi-transparent and reflective

• It will be made of glass

Which part of the building is classified as a historic monument and will be preserved?

• The principal building facing the sun

• The entire building

• The basement

• The rooftop

How many jobs is the LVMH project expected to create?

• Over 2000

• 1500

• 1000

• 500