Explorami Elementary School

The building is organized around three distinct volumes that clearly express its primary functions : the entrance, the athletic facilities, and the learning spaces. The entrance pavilion serves as a warm and inviting gateway, characterized by vertical slats that echo the rhythm of the surrounding forest and playful blue accents that animate the façade. Clad in grey brick, the athletic wing conveys a more restrained and robust character. High-level openings reveal the timber structure of the gymnasium, while the façade facing the schoolyard becomes an active backdrop that extends the outdoor play environment.

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The learning wing brings together classrooms and collaborative spaces within a bright and calming architectural setting. Its white aluminum envelope, punctuated by vertical elements, completes the composition, while brick, timber, and carefully placed colour accents establish continuity across the three building volumes. Generous glazing maximizes natural daylight and strengthens the connection between the school and its neighbourhood. From the boulevard, visitors are offered a glimpse into the heart of the project : a double-height gathering space animated by a sculptural timber staircase that serves as both a meeting place and a symbolic representation of students' educational journey.