FERNAND-SEGUIN SCHOOL
Client: CSDM
Montreal, QC. Canada
2021
3193 m2 / 34 369 ft2
Architects:
Smith
in consortium with BGLA
REDEVELOPMENT AND EXPANSION
Located in a residential area, the project involves the redevelopment of some spaces of the Hubert-Reeves pavilion as well as the addition of a new 2-storey building. The expansion makes it possible to accommodate 8 classes, 1 multipurpose room, 2 kindergartens, 1 library, 1 gymnasium and the services intended for these premises. In a free and dynamic way, the new part establishes friendly links with the existing one. Two distinct volumes also define the new functions, namely: classrooms and multifunctional auxiliary spaces to the west; and the volume of the gymnasium and library to the east.
In order to improve the relations between interior and exterior spaces, and promote fluidity between functions, the expansion project proposes to rethink interactions. Thus, the ground floor of the extension is very open with the functions of multipurpose rooms that open onto the interior courtyard. The agora, which provides the link between the existing building and the extension, also connects directly to the small courtyard, making these spaces multifunctional.
The terrace will host two new fixed telescopes and their respective observatories in addition to the OPMM and will allow the deployment of mobile telescopes.
Essential to the experience, the Animation Centre will welcome, entertain and shelter the public. It will allow multimedia content and conferences related to astronomy and science to be broadcast. It will protect the public from weather conditions, and will allow evenings/events to be held rain or shine.