Pavillon horticole écoresponsable ITA

  • End date of the work: 2012
  • Location: St-Hyacinthe, QC
  • Cost of construction: 4.8M$
  • Project description:

    This showcase of innovative technologies is based on the integration of plants as active components of the built system, and on the optimal development of plants (great need for natural light and water), while limiting the consumption of resources.
    Integrated design with carts supervised by the Research Group in Physical Ambience of Laval University and optimal exploitation of existing microclimates and environmental factors (wind, trees, sunshine) by computer simulations, simulations in hydraulic channel and in artificial sky for implantation , morphology, bioclimatic strategies, natural lighting, natural ventilation and openings of the building.
    By renewing the air from the lower part of the walls, the air quality and thermal comfort are significantly improved, while the energy consumption is reduced. In addition, CO2 sensors in the classroom modulate the supply of fresh air.

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