The Gilbert Raby Center
Meulan en Yvelines




This project consists of a new, two story building which hosts therapeutic workshops, a day hospital, a laundry and pharmacy. The building is inserted into the slope of the land, giving full access to each of the two levels who function independently of one another. A wide bioclimatic space serves both levels from the inside, while providing a climatic transition space between the exterior and interior. An all-wood structure, raw earth bricks and bio-sourced wood fiber insulation work to reduce the carbon footprint of the construction.

Location
Meulan sur Yvelines (78), France

Program
Construction of a new building for therapeutic workshops

Dates
2020-2023 Built

Client
Fondation l'Élan Retrouvé

Design Team
Tolila+Gilliland, Troisième paysage, SAS Mizrahi, Sylva Conseil, 180° Engineering

Area
940 m² SDP (660 m² SU)

Photos
Cyrille Weiner

Staff
Camille Perrin, Clotilde Paris

Awards
Winner of the Equerre d’Argent 2023 category “Activity”, winner of the Prix Régional de la Construction Bois 2023, nominated for the Trophées des Bâtiments Circulaires 2023, nominated for the Prix AMO 2023, nominated (shortlist) for the Dezeen Awards 2023