University Refectory / graal architecture

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University Refectory / graal architecture - Exterior Photography
© Clément Guillaume
University Refectory / graal architecture - Exterior Photography
© Clément Guillaume

Text description provided by the architects. Located at the heart of the park of the Cergy prefecture, the restructuring and extension of the university refectory is an opportunity to re-establish a link with a large-scale landscaped public space while adapting it to current programming requirements.

University Refectory / graal architecture - Exterior Photography, Facade
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University Refectory / graal architecture - Interior Photography, Dining room, Chair
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A kiosk in a mixed wood and steel structure is skillfully placed on the roof of the original refectory, creating an element in dialogue with the urban and landscape dimensions. Designed as a light pavilion on a topographic mineral base, the kiosk becomes an element of unification between the different parts of the refectory, allowing it to assert its presence while ensuring the architectural coherence of the whole. The openings of the existing building are designed in continuity with the kiosk envelope, creating a rhythmic ensemble in relation to the park.

University Refectory / graal architecture - Interior Photography, Chair
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University Refectory / graal architecture - Interior Photography, Table, Chair, Column
© Clément Guillaume

Building on its intrinsic qualities, the interventions on the existing structure consist in reinforcing the relationship between the interior and the exterior, to bring more light and views to the refectory spaces, and to enhance their uses. Through a sober and economical design, the project demonstrates how work on the existing building accompanies the repositioning of an ordinary programme, such as a "resto U", allowing it, through architecture, to reinterpret its uses and its programming.

University Refectory / graal architecture - Interior Photography, Door
© Clément Guillaume
University Refectory / graal architecture - Interior Photography, Dining room, Table, Chair
© Clément Guillaume
University Refectory / graal architecture - Interior Photography, Kitchen
© Clément Guillaume

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Address:5 Av. du Parc, 95000 Cergy, France

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Cite: "University Refectory / graal architecture" 21 Jan 2022. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/975365/university-refectory-graal-architecture> ISSN 0719-8884

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