Pôle Cambel
Sainte-Eulalie
Construction of offices using CLT
This office project, which houses the former offices of Atelier Cambium, was conceived as a practical exercise in exploring new construction solutions. It makes extensive use of prefabricated elements. The ease of use of the wood panels and the comfort provided to users demonstrate the virtues of this building approach. Common areas have been placed at the disposal of the various companies hosted in this space: a conference room, a cafeteria, and shaded terraces.
Construction
The structure was made using LENO engineered wood panels from Finnforest (Metsåwood), which combine a core of laminate with two layers of solid wood. This construction system has better mechanical performance that braces the structure, regardless of the number and size of openings. The façades and slabs for each level are constructed using CLT.
The two-story load-bearing structure was assembled and erected in just three days. The wood frame consists of an almost completely flat roof covered with steel sheeting. The insulated attic spaces are made of cellulose wadding, and the ITE externally insulated façades, of semi-rigid wood-wool panels clad with spruce wood.
In bringing together several companies who specialise in wood construction, the ease of implementing this building and its intrinsic qualities highlight the advantages of this type of construction.
