1. Sensitive to the potential created by the City through the realization of the "Place des festivités", the new performance hall will consolidate the portfolio of civic and cultural buildings that orbit the site.
The new performance hall in Saint-Jérôme is not only a social catalyst for the immediate community, but also an important cultural and economic engine for the region, creating an iconic and distinctive project that will promote the growing influence of the performing arts in the city and the wood industry in the region.
2. The orthogonal volume of the theoretical model is first split in order to open onto the public square. Its foyer, open and transparent, embraces the traffic circle, unfolds there while its tribune picks up visitors as they pass.
The square's forecourt is raised, becomes a tribune, and reveals a large, transparent foyer on the main façade.
3. The wooden canopy is illuminated in the half-light, creating a new festive meeting place for the community and creating a true gateway to the snowy valleys of the Laurentians.
The architecture invites visitors into a series of interconnected interior and exterior spaces circumscribed by the 10,000 square foot wooden canopy.
With its spectacular scale, the wooden canopy is the dominant element of the project. Its flatness, its contemporary language and the enveloping presence of its wood are a counterpoint to the neo-classical metal spire of the Cathedral.
4. From the upstairs bar, visitors rediscover the immensity of the Laurentians while the ethereal aluminum surface of the room amplifies the perspective and multiplies the animation.
The sloping walls that cut through the clouded wall express the depth of the room's carved wooden mass. Each of the vomitories opens in reverse onto a prominent element of the Jerome landscape.
5. In a spirit of dissolving the limits between architecture and landscape, the auditorium is enveloped by an openwork aluminum veil that allows, through a layered optical work, to blur the imposing real mass of the stage.
Its luminous and atmospheric quality is a vivid reference to the majestic presence of the metal shingled roof of the Cathedral in the city.
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- Manon Asselin's presentation is described as exceptional. It is structured and shows all the research work that the team has done to present innovative proposals.
- The members of the jury emphasized that the presentation of this project was a logical continuation of what had been presented in the application file, and more specifically in the criterion of understanding the project and the conceptual approach. This team had been particularly appreciated at this level and it went further in the second stage.
- All the energy devoted to the development of the project is well expressed during the interview.
- The jury understands the poetry embedded in the work and describes it as moving and authentic.
- The innovative nature of this project and the research demonstrated to support the process appealed to the jury. Its wooden canopy with the structural origami it presents is of great interest. The sobriety of the architectural party as a whole makes it possible to affirm that this work seeks to highlight the activities of such a place rather than to be itself in the spotlight. This project integrates well the social life by its interaction on all sides of the building. Its accessibility gives it a lively and inviting character.
- The existing tourist office is moved and simply relocated further on the site.
- The development of the retention basins along Godmer Street can make the circulation along this road more attractive.
- The relationship of the building to Fiesta Square is restrained due to the setback of the interior activities due to the development of the outdoor bleachers. However, the store can provide an interesting attraction.
- The layout of the bleachers under the monumental roof makes the experience intimidating for the stroller who is more likely to continue on his way. They are also oriented so that they will be in the shade almost continuously. The purpose of the stairs at this location is not well defined, its destination is not clear. It is described as a less comfortable urban location.
- The east elevation of the building has an interesting opening to the market and the clock tower. The exterior design on this side is appreciated.
- The functional aspects of the project are well rendered and the program is respected. All elements have been focused. The functional connections between the different areas are particularly appreciated.
- The engineering proposals go beyond the expectations and the program. The search for solutions oriented towards sustainable development and operational efficiency is highlighted by the jury.
- The finalist has demonstrated respect for the project budget. However, the technical committee anticipates a certain cost overrun, which can be easily controlled with proper management and evaluation throughout the development. The jury believes that the technical committee's anticipated overrun should have been higher in this technically sophisticated project. However, the jury believes that this finalist team has the means, the capacity and the expertise to meet their commitment to the budget.
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