Valbonne is a small French town inland from the Côte d’Azur. Here, between holly oaks and pine trees, a new commercial estate has been built. The fact that a carefully designed ensemble was created instead of a run-ofthe-mill industrial development is thanks largely to the commitment of the mayor. He recognized not only the great importance of trade and craft skills as an economic factor for Valbonne, but also the need to prevent the town from petering out in a loose sprawl.