Client: Ville de Saint-Pierre-des-Corps
Contractors: Bouvard Samoun
Timber structure: IMC₂
Suppliers: Construction Millet Bois

This classic beam and post structure is another simple but pleasing scheme, providing satisfaction to competitors and trainees in a number of different sports. The building, with its parallel glulams portalised at the column heads, has close-centred bays, giving a distinct rhythm to the architecture.

Internal linings and vaulted roof glazing are directly supported by the paired roof beams and timber columns. ‘Lamibois’, a structural timber composite with natural spruce appearance, has been used for the external cladding, treated with a grey translucent stain to ensure even weathering. The reception and training spaces have timber slatted walls, breaking up what would otherwise be excessive plainness, whilst allowing natural daylight to percolate through.