Open Source - Nanterre
The IMGP2-École d'Architecture site in Nanterre is undergoing a significant renovation to transform it into the Leonard de Vinci University Centre. This project aims to modernize the former architecture school into a state-of-the-art educational campus, leveraging advanced Building Information Modeling (BIM) methodologies for enhanced collaboration, data management, and efficiency.
The IMGP2-École d'Architecture encompasses significant strategic operations:
- Reopening the Site: Integrating the building with the neighborhood through public pathways.
- Reactivation: Reimagining the old architecture school to house the Leonard de Vinci University Centre.
- Sustainability and Flexibility: Ensuring the renovated structures are adaptable and environmentally sustainable.
The project adheres to the principles of flexibility and adaptability, inspired by the Kalisz project, which envisioned the building as a living organism capable of evolving over time. This includes open, reconfigurable spaces, facades that facilitate interaction between interior and exterior environments, and structures that balance aesthetic and functional requirements.
Design and Engineering Approach
- Structural Enhancements: Reinforcing existing steel columns and concrete slabs and constructing three new hybrid extensions using wood and concrete.
- Façade and Envelope: Implementing a transparent envelope and vertical wooden brise-soleil for thermal protection and light diffusion.
- Interior Spaces: Creating flexible, reconfigurable open spaces.
BIM Implementation
- The BIM implementation for the IMGP2-École d'Architecture renovation focuses on several key objectives, including facilitating data management, enabling collaborative workflows, ensuring design coordination, and monitoring project requirements. The BIM Manager is responsible for overseeing the entire process and ensuring compliance with the established protocols. Participants are tasked with maintaining the integrity of their individual Digital Models, contributing to the overall project's success. The project is divided into distinct phases:
- Schedule: Design phase (Sept 2019 - June 2020), execution phase (July 2020 - Sept 2021), and handover (Oct 2021).
- Deliverables and Controls: Integrating Trade Models into a comprehensive project model with regular audits for compliance.
