architectural landscapes
The natural and artificial topographies of the current site serve as a clutch for our concept.
topographical architecture
The landscaped ground, as well as the building, are raised, dug and deployed according to the configurations of a large vegetation cover. Their folds ensure their integration into the built and natural environment, attenuate the heights to make them more compatible with the human scale, trace paths to guide the steps and above all create calls from the street by a reception area that proposes and announces a great landscape and architectural walk.
deployed balloon
Hexagonal patterns of soccer balls shape the plantings of the ramp and those of the roof named fifth façade of the building. Seen from the air and from the skyway, the symbolic arrangement identifies the Sports Center along Thimens Boulevard.
(From competitor's text)
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Functionality
- the project proposes an overrun of 1800 m2;
- the organization on two (2) levels, with the locker rooms in the basement raises a concern; it is far from the palestra, but well located for the pool;
- the control of the customers is difficult at the entrance, too vast;
- the underground link with the school is not very functional;
- the number of elevators (3) should be rationalized;
- the interior spaces seem attractive thanks to the crack that brings natural light to the central corridor;
- the plan is simple, clear and the pool is well treated in relation to the views;
- the long corridor between the soccer field and the pool lacks interest once past the café;
- the concept of giving access to the roof of a building of this height and dimension is not viable;
- the interior views, obliterating some of the structural elements, distort the perception.
Image
- elegant and original building whose design depends on the green roof and the roof ramp, both of which are problematic;
- the 5th façade (landscaped roof) is essential to the concept;
- the analogy of the roof pattern is relevant to the airplanes;
- the architectural language is stark, but creative and creates an ensemble with the future library;
- the form does not propose a fine integration with the function, seen from the outside;
- the scale of the building provides a good signal from Thimens Boulevard and a good relationship with the school;
- strong and quiet image, but not very legible; an attractive jewel.
Sustainable development
- good bioclimatic project if reversed, as the southwest façade is poorly exploited for passive solar;
- electromechanical integration is logical, strategies are simple and effective;
- the size of the green roof is unrealistic and difficult to maintain; the vegetated walls complicate maintenance.
Landscaping
- the relationship with the park is very interesting as long as the covered terrace and bleachers are built, which is questionable with the estimate;
- the parking layout in phase 2 is complex;
- the pedestrian access is ambiguous and seems to cross into the parking lot;
- the front yard is very limited.
Budget
- concern due to the extent of the excavation, complex roof structure and extensive use of wood;
- a significant portion of the budget will have to be spent on parking in Phase 1.
(From jury report)
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