Méduane Habitat headquarters
The new headquarters of Méduane Habitat is a sustainable, legible, and socially responsible architectural design, based on a strong commitment to timber construction. The project leverages the resources of the timber industry as a concrete response to climate, environmental, and social challenges. The predominantly timber structure reduces the building's carbon footprint and aligns with the principles of sustainable carbon sequestration. Sourced from local suppliers and employing expert craftsmanship, this architecture prioritizes construction efficiency, adaptability, modularity, and long-term usability. The building offers comfortable, bright, open, and green workspaces, where the quality of the atmosphere sustainably supports daily practices.
Located in the Laval LGV district, the new headquarters of Méduane Habitat features a clear and structured architectural design. It exemplifies the power of timber construction. While the building rests on a mineral base, it takes shape through a timber-framed elevation, its rhythm defined by a simple and enduring aesthetic. The L-shaped layout creates outdoor spaces and maximizes natural light. The wood, visible and structural throughout, gives the project a human scale and contributes to the quality of the interior atmosphere. The architecture supports the uses of the space and fosters connections.
As part of a comprehensive environmental approach, the project is based on bioclimatic design and the extensive use of bio-based materials. The use of timber construction limits the building's carbon footprint and makes the project a sustainable carbon sink. Architectural and technical choices prioritize passive solutions, controlled solar gain, and simple ventilation systems. Air quality, natural light, and the presence of vegetation contribute to user comfort, in line with the objectives of energy efficiency and longevity.
The building rests on a reinforced concrete foundation, supporting a predominantly timber superstructure composed of solid wood columns, CLT floors, and timber-framed facades insulated with bio-based materials. This hybrid structure optimizes carbon performance, the adaptability of spaces, and the building's durability. Heating is provided by wood pellet boilers combined with radiant heating systems, offering consistent thermal comfort. High-efficiency dual-flow ventilation ensures controlled air quality. High-performance double-glazed wooden windows, solar shading, and centralized technical management complete a coherent, understated system adapted to sustainable commercial use.
