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Architects: Comte & Vollenweider
- Area: 4110 m²
- Year: 2020
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Photographs:Takuji Shimmura
Text description provided by the architects. The surrounding context is significant for the evolution of the urban fabric. We observe a transition from individual morphology to collective housing. The project proposes to extend the pedestrian path from Chemin des Gourettes to the mall, thus creating a connection with the east of the city. This passage allows the preservation of the small existing watercourse.
The adjoining plot is treated as a landscaped space by the creation of allotment gardens in direct connection with the mall, making it possible to enrich it with social life and create a shared space for residents. In line with the neighboring project, "les Passantes," the project is distributed by exterior walkways, which once again create a place for social life as a direct extension of the housing and in connection with the landscape.
The environmental approach is the common thread of the project; economics of the territory, taking into account natural contributions, implementation of healthy materials, and reduction of consumption of natural resources are all subjects treated.
A well-oriented, well-insulated, well-ventilated home already constitutes a good basis for meeting the challenges of sustainable development. The thickness of the buildings being 11.60m, all the accommodation is through and therefore benefits from good ventilation, natural light and a double orientation. Each accommodation opens onto a loggia, an additional living space in the accommodation, protected by screens which manage the summer comfort and privacy of the accommodation.
