The jury noted the project's "school-like" quality and its architectural interpretation of a circus camp. The shape of the atrium creates convivial spaces that facilitate a relationship with nature. The proposed organization demonstrates a clear understanding of the school's program and functionality. However, the extreme fragmentation generates a very long circulation between the different sectors. The decision to occupy the entire lot raises questions about cost, underground parking, maintenance and the possibility of expansion: the complexity of the glass roof is a source of concern for the jury.
Technical Committee Report (July 9, 2001)
Program and functionality
-The agora is set back in response to the program.
-The concept meets user needs.
-The grouping of spaces is functional, logical and fluid.
-The documentation center is located near the entrance.
-Student services are appropriately positioned.
-Dressing rooms are far from the broadcast studio.
-The location of student lockers is functional.
-All parking is underground.
Surface area
Concept: 8,262 m2 gross
A difference of : 1 200 m2
Ratio of: .613 is underperforming due to the concept's spread over the entire site
Technical analysis:
-Sloping grass roofs are unsafe.
-The shape of the glazed roof makes it complex to install.
-Maintenance is costly.
-The structure is complex due to volume junctions and different roof levels.
-The shape of the basement is complicated and offers little space for cost.
Environmental architecture:
-Many principles are described, but few are integrated into the concept.
-The glass roof is a questionable energy choice, due to heat gain and heat loss.
-Green roofs are integrated into the concept, but perform poorly in practice.
-The treatment of sunshades is not included in the concept.
-Mechanical elements are controlled.
-Ecological materials are described, but not exploited in the concept.
Urban planning :
-The height of the project is below the required standard.
-The project occupies the entire lot, with no room for expansion.
Cost/estimates
Declared cost: $17,916,530
Estimated cost: $17,293,980
The cost is high because of the split envelope, glazed atrium and underground parking. Confusion in the filed estimate makes comparisons between declared and estimated cost difficult.
(From jury report)
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