World's Best Architecture 2022 Announced
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Khat by Studio Toggle, Awarded Best Architecture Firm in Africa and the Middle East (Jury Winner), and Best Young Architecture Firm (Popular Choice Winner)
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World's Best Architecture 2022 Announced
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Nil Dos House, Barcelona, Spain by Valenti Albareda Studio, A+Awards Jury Winner in the Small Residential Interiors category
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José Hevia
Baie-de-Valois Nautical Centre in Pointe-Claire Celebrates the Insularity of Montreal
ADHOC Architectes & Prisme Architecture
The Baie-de-Valois Nautical Centre, a new sustainable structure which meets the greatest number of users needs!
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Raphaël Thibodeau
Baie-de-Valois Nautical Centre in Pointe-Claire Celebrates the Insularity of Montreal
ADHOC Architectes & Prisme Architecture
Located on the shores of Lake Saint-Louis in Grande-Anse Park, the project replaces an old and deteriorating park chalet and will serve to enhance water sport activities offered to citizens, providing a flagship community gathering point for the Pointe-Claire citizens.
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Raphaël Thibodeau
Baie-de-Valois Nautical Centre in Pointe-Claire Celebrates the Insularity of Montreal
ADHOC Architectes & Prisme Architecture
Inspired by the geological stratification of the site, the project reflects the surrounding landscape ; the angled roof is reminiscent of a tree canopy, the wood cladding embodies the rhythm of tree trunks in a wooden area, and the base of the building represents the geometry of a rocky shoreline.
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Raphaël Thibodeau
Baie-de-Valois Nautical Centre in Pointe-Claire Celebrates the Insularity of Montreal
ADHOC Architectes & Prisme Architecture
The wood cladding embodies the rhythm of tree trunks in a wooden area.
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Raphaël Thibodeau
Baie-de-Valois Nautical Centre in Pointe-Claire Celebrates the Insularity of Montreal
ADHOC Architectes & Prisme Architecture
A large skylight allows for a natural ventilation of the spaces and provides access to diffused natural light in the community hall.
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Raphaël Thibodeau
Baie-de-Valois Nautical Centre in Pointe-Claire Celebrates the Insularity of Montreal
ADHOC Architectes & Prisme Architecture
In the summer, solar rays are blocked by the pronounced overhang of the roof on the southwest side in order to limit heat gain inside the structure.
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Raphaël Thibodeau
Baie-de-Valois Nautical Centre in Pointe-Claire Celebrates the Insularity of Montreal
ADHOC Architectes & Prisme Architecture
Ash wood reclaimed as part of the fight against the emerald ash borer was used for interior finishing work and for the soffits outside.
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Raphaël Thibodeau
Baie-de-Valois Nautical Centre in Pointe-Claire Celebrates the Insularity of Montreal
ADHOC Architectes & Prisme Architecture
Inspired by geological stratification, the project is broken down into different layers evoking the surrounding landscape.
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Raphaël Thibodeau
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Baie-de-Valois Nautical Centre in Pointe-Claire Celebrates the Insularity of Montreal
ADHOC Architectes & Prisme Architecture
The redevelopment of the site and its building promotes more accessibility to a diversified clientele ranging in all ages.
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Raphaël Thibodeau
Baie-de-Valois Nautical Centre in Pointe-Claire Celebrates the Insularity of Montreal
ADHOC Architectes & Prisme Architecture
Main element of the project for its materiality in the concept and its ecological properties, wood comes in several forms throughout the project.
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Raphaël Thibodeau
Baie-de-Valois Nautical Centre in Pointe-Claire Celebrates the Insularity of Montreal
ADHOC Architectes & Prisme Architecture
The exterior locally sourced Eastern white cedar cladding was chosen for its natural appearance as well as to minimize maintenance needs.
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Raphaël Thibodeau
Baie-de-Valois Nautical Centre in Pointe-Claire Celebrates the Insularity of Montreal
ADHOC Architectes & Prisme Architecture
Ash wood reclaimed as part of the fight against the emerald ash borer was used for interior finishing work and for the soffits outside.
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Raphaël Thibodeau
Baie-de-Valois Nautical Centre in Pointe-Claire Celebrates the Insularity of Montreal
ADHOC Architectes & Prisme Architecture
A new community hall with a capacity of 100 people allows the location to host events.
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Raphaël Thibodeau
Baie-de-Valois Nautical Centre in Pointe-Claire Celebrates the Insularity of Montreal
ADHOC Architectes & Prisme Architecture
The gesture of the roof translates to the building's interior, creating an immersive atmosphere that poetically reveals breathtaking views onto the river.
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Raphaël Thibodeau
Baie-de-Valois Nautical Centre in Pointe-Claire Celebrates the Insularity of Montreal
ADHOC Architectes & Prisme Architecture
The geometry of the roof, a major aspect of the project’s concept, plays a significant role in reducing energy use.
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Raphaël Thibodeau
Baie-de-Valois Nautical Centre in Pointe-Claire Celebrates the Insularity of Montreal
ADHOC Architectes & Prisme Architecture
The building also includes storage facilities for boats, kayaks and canoes, etc
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Raphaël Thibodeau
Baie-de-Valois Nautical Centre in Pointe-Claire Celebrates the Insularity of Montreal
ADHOC Architectes & Prisme Architecture
The exterior extension of the roof will benefit outdoor activities, regardless of weather conditions, providing a shaded area for visitors as well as for children participating in day camps or even protecting the steps during periods of frost in winter.
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Raphaël Thibodeau
Baie-de-Valois Nautical Centre in Pointe-Claire Celebrates the Insularity of Montreal
ADHOC Architectes & Prisme Architecture
A portion of the roof rainwater is strategically redirected onto the site in filtered areas provided by the landscape.
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Raphaël Thibodeau
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