The winning proposal for the conference and exhibition center in Leon, Spain by Dominique Perrault Architecture stands on the grounds of the old Sugar Santa Elvira and involves the transformation of the main building of the former sugar in Congress Hall (Grand Palais) and the creation of an Exhibition center located to the east side of the Palace of Congress. More images and architects’ description after the break.
The recovery of a second existing building (petit palais) is located on the west side of Congress Hall, hosts a number of complementary uses the program of conferences and exhibitions (restoration, exhibitions and small format offices). The project is part of the reflection of the urban century. Together with the integration of the rail, resulting from the advent of high speed, the Conference Centre is one of the key urban interventions for the development of the city.
