“Another construction site?” you might ask, eyeing Quai 43. But this building at Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1 is more than meets the eye. Quai 43 is currently seeing the creation of new student spaces. It is an ongoing transformation.
Let’s talk about this location. The project aims to provide students with updated facilities. This includes new student rooms right here in the building. The project focuses on improving the quality of student life on campus.
The Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1 is overseeing this work. Chaveneau Ohashi Architecte is responsible for the architectural design. Several companies are involved, including DPI Structure, Ecometris and Nicolas Ingénieries.
Originally, the delivery of the building works was planned for February 2023. The allocated budget for these works is significant. It amounts to 665,000 euros. The area under construction covers about 497 square meters.
This isn’t the only development around here. The Pôle Universitaire des Quais isn’t far. The Pôle Universitaire des Quais includes several buildings. There is a building for the IUT Jean Moulin Lyon 3. Also, there is accommodation for the university’s management. A language center, student residence and restaurant form part of this large complex too.
The Pôle Universitaire des Quais aims to create a welcoming environment. It wants to cater for Lyon’s large student population. This area has been a university hub since the 19th century. The architectural style reflects its importance. The careful detailing makes it a unique part of Lyon’s university landscape.
Back to Quai 43, and the focus is on the students. A competition was held for the design of these student spaces. Notus and Romain Corre Architecte participated. AMD architectes, Fournier économiste and EPCO Energies were also on the team. The area under consideration was about 500 square meters. The project had an estimated budget of 480,000 euros. However, their project was not selected.
The project underway at Quai 43 is about more than construction. It is about improving the university experience. It is about providing better spaces for students to learn and grow. It is part of a larger effort to develop the university area along the quays.
So, next time you pass Quai 43, think about the students. Think about the future of the university. Think about the ongoing evolution of Lyon’s academic landscape.