Integrated research Units, Gif-sur-Yvette

Gif-sur-Yvette

Within the protected landscape of the Vallée de Chevreuse, this showcase building is an expression of outward-looking research. Highly sustainable, its compact architecture uses the sloping site to minimise its footprint.

The principle of organising the building in levels and projecting volumes creates a play of serving and serviced spaces.  The project optimises technical solutions and flexibility, and promotes a more human working environment.

Location

Avenue de la Terrasse – 91190 Gif-sur-Yvette

Client

CNRS

Project cost (ex.tax)

8.4 M€ (2013 value)

Area

3 700 sq. m.

Scope of services

Standard public works contract

Competition

2009

Completion

2012

Brief

Laboratories for research into cellular biology and pharmacological chemistry, offices, plant rooms, shared spaces, 200-seat auditorium, meeting/training rooms.

Themes

adaptability, flexibility, ways of working, integration into the landscape

Materials

renders and glass

Lead architect

Pargade

Engineering consultant

Technip TPS

Quantity surveyor

Voxoa

Environmental consultant

OASIIS