[INFO] 1435 mm
Construction of the new university of education
Competition, 2025
St-Maurice/ CH
structure: gex & dorthe
with studio chaos
[DESCRIPTION]
The future University of Teacher Education (HEP) will be built near the railway and residential area in Saint-Maurice, reconnecting a formerly disused zone with the urban center.
The new building, adjacent to the station, creates a protected public space between itself, the existing Cargo building, and a future media library. Designed for flexibility and sustainability, it includes open teaching spaces, a cafeteria in a renovated freight hall, and a rooftop with solar panels and rainwater recovery.
A passive climate system ensures year-round comfort. The layout promotes pedestrian use while integrating greenery and permeable surfaces, turning the campus into an urban park.