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ON THE
TERRACE

beloved "Plage du Foulon" that animated
the area in the previous century.
The design of the main service building,
Pavillon des Baigneurs, embodies the
elongated form of two rectangular
volumes. The first volume, in granite,
extends from the curvilinear beach
wall, while the second, fashioned from
wood, sits atop the granite base, offering
panoramic views of the landscape. The
strategic use of high-performance glass
blurs the boundaries between interior and
exterior spaces, seamlessly integrating
users into the vibrant beach ambiance.
The interior's white wood pays homage
to the sunny character of coastal locales,
while the overhangs of the wooden
structure artfully frame the threshold and
the beach-level snack bar terrace.
The beach epitomises the societal
contribution that an architectural
project of this nature can provide. Open
and accessible to all, regardless of age,
background, or social status, it serves as a
new recreational haven for the public.
The interplay between the mirror of
water, the swimming area, and the river Marshland Wharf; juxtaposition of docks enhancing
creates a seamless connection, with the the consolidated existing marsh ecosystem
illusion of bathing and strolling within

Pavillon de la Côte; a sheltered stop for
users of the Coastal Meadows

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