The construction site, mirror of civilizations

Behind the fences, with the sound of jackhammers, plumes of dust and the waltz of machinery, the construction site is more than just an organized racket. It is a theater of invention, a space for know-how, a place for performance. From the Renaissance to the present day, it is also a reflection of the societies that produce it. From a simple place of production, it has become a field of study, creation and power. Often forgotten in official histories, the construction site is nevertheless omnipresent in our landscapes, our lives and our collective imagination.