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THE ACCORHOTELS ARENA

REBIRTH OF AN ICON

Ranking as one of the most emblematic structures in the landscape of the capital city, the Palais Omnisports de -Bercy has been reborn under a new light, thanks to the work of the architects from the DVVD agency. Modernized, expanded, upgraded to 21st-century norms and standards, and above all delivered to the public in record time, the new AccorHotels Arena stands out as one of the strong points in the candidature of Paris to host the summer Olympics in 2024.

The largest venue for concerts, shows the architectural team of Andrault, and sports events in , the Parat, Prouvé and Guvan to replace the Palais Omnisports de Paris-Bercy Vel d’Hiv stadium, it rapidly became a (POPB) was opened in February 1984, key venue in the cultural life of Paris. in the 12th arrondissement of the Its blue metallic web structure, its capital. At that time, it formed part sloping lawns and its bold pyramidal of a major urban development project design made a strong imprint upon the for eastern Paris, which was already panorama of the city and captured the exceptionally well-served (thanks to imagination of the public, who thronged the proximity of the , the there to attend the performances of RER rapid transit system, the Métro, leading signers or sports stars. From the Right Bank expressway and the funboarding to stock car racing, from Boulevard Périphérique). Designed by Madonna concerts to acrobatic ski-ing, 04

this venue already enjoys a globally unique multi-purpose capability, which has made its reputation. However, after three decades of intensive use, the venue is no longer consistent with the practices and requirements of organizers and spectators in the 21st century. Renovation was therefore needed to bring the venue up to the level of the greatest in the world, whether in terms of the hosting of events, the comfort of users or performances. As Julien Colette, the new General Manager of the facility puts it: “The objective was the rebirth of the Bercy stadium as a modern and innovative arena, highly focused on the quality of the visitor experience for all its audiences”. An ambitious programme, in technical, functional and upgrading terms, was formulated by the DVVD architecture, design & engineering agency, selected in 2011 by a tendering procedure organized by the POPB operating company. This was a salutary intervention, conducted with respect for the history of the existing structure, and delivering fresh impetus and new prospects in the run-up to the 2024 summer Olympics. 06 07

THE REDEVELOPMENT SCHEME WAS TECHNICAL, FUNCTIONAL AND SAFETY- RELATED. WHAT WE HAVE ATTEMPTED Economic and TO DO IS TO GO BEYOND THIS SCHEME BY organizational prowess DELIVERING A SENSITIVE ARCHITECTURE WHICH IS EMBLEMATIC OF ONE OF THE GREATEST ARENAS IN THE WORLD, AND EVEN INFLUENCING URBAN DEVELOPMENT

The challenge posed to the DVVD BY OPENING THE BUILDING OUT ONTO THE agency was huge, primarily involving STREET, PROVIDING SPACES AND WALKING the skilful management, with no overrun, of 17 months of works, FACILITIES FOR LOCAL RESIDENTS. divided into two phases. A first phase — Daniel Vaniche of 7 months, for the renovation of the ice rink and the start of works on the main hall, with a 2-month interruption Works supervisors were to operate in works for an interim reopening to zone-by-zone; design analyses were host the BNP Paribas Masters completed to an extreme degree of tournament and some thirty concerts. detail, in order to avoid any change The second phase of 10 months, to be in design in the course of works. executed at a brisk pace, was to involve At the peak period, nearly 1,200 the reconstruction of the concert hall, people were working on-site under the fitting-out of reception rooms, extreme demands in order to ensure dressing rooms, public spaces, sports the on-time official delivery of the facilities, press rooms and show project on 18th October 2015. The production facilities, the reworking of venue has also changed its name: the technical premises and the acoustic Palais Omnisports de Paris-Bercy and thermal treatment of the outer has made way for the AccorHotels shell of the building. All this was to be Arena, following a naming operation done without the slightest adjustment which forms part of the economic to due dates and costs, there being no model for the financing of schemes possibility of an extension to the works with no public subsidy. In this major budget of 110 million euros, and the achievement, praise is due to the Masters tennis tournament being an disparity between the economy of annual event. A just-in-time schedule, resources and the resulting quality of with an extremely precise sequencing spaces and ambiances, unparalleled in of phases, was devised as a result. modern arenas. 08 09

Bringing the arena closer to its public, and opening it up to the city The DVVD agency faced another to meet “under shelter” before the challenge: changing the image of show. The 90 parking places replaced the old POPB, frequently perceived have been recreated in the former as an inward-looking facility, storage spaces, previously reserved substantially unconnected to its for the retractable terraced seating, surroundings, with confusing access which can now be stored in the concert routes and little encouragement for hall, thanks to an ingenious system of public appropriation. By redefining stacking drawers. While the renovated its attachment to the ground, pedestal structure is punctuated by a the architects have created a new number of modifications, including perspective: the interminable granite the VIP entrance, the glass canopy on stairways and the high-level car parks the River side, the walkway on on the Rue de Bercy have made way for the park side, the ice rink entrance and 2,500 m2 concourse, which bridges the the press entrance, the project retains gap between the concert hall and the the strong identity of the building street, and provides an opening onto which, with its metal web structure or the city. Backing onto the existing its sloping lawns, forms a distinctive structure, this lobby space serves as a feature of the Parisian skyline. linking structure, allowing the public 10

WORKING ON SUCH A STRONG AND EMBLEMATIC BUILDING HAS BEEN INTENSE : THE CHALLENGE WAS TO DELIVER SOMETHING NEW WITHOUT CHANGING THE BUILDING’S ORIGINAL NATURE, BRINGING IT INTO THE 21ST CENTURY WHILE RESPECTING ITS ICONIC ARCHITECTURE. WE HAVE ENDEAVOURED TO USE THE SAME SPACE TO ACHIEVE MUCH MORE, COMBINING COMFORT, INNOVATION, FUNCTIONALITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY.

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With its street level opening onto the Rue de Bercy and the Seine, the arena consequently radiates a near-intuitive invitation to discovery. On the interior, a clear view through to the concert new reception areas, constructed hall. These spaces are accessible to the A generous architecture of timber, structural steelwork and public (ticket-holders or otherwise) glass, as if to mark the boundary with for the neighbourhood throughout the day, serving the the existing structure of lawns and new intent of performance venues, concrete, provide spaces for meeting which are endeavouring to transform and conversation, as well as providing themselves into genuine living spaces, beyond the scope of events themselves. Here, the convivial and elegant atmosphere, together with the abundant provision of bars, restaurants or dedicated spaces for commercial partners, inevitably generate the incentive for a return visit. The concourse on the Rue de Bercy, slightly set back from the highway, defines the frontal boundary of a new public space, which fundamentally changes the face of this district and the habits of local residents. Along similar lines, the inclined roof spaces, accessible to all, are becoming a favourite spot for relaxation, reading in the sunshine, talking with friends or even learning to ride a bike. Their gentle incline incorporates a ramp which is accessible to persons with reduced mobility, while a pedestrian overpass connects this new walking space to the , creating a continuous link between the Rue de Bercy, the Parc de Bercy and the municipal library via the Simone de Beauvoir footbridge. The AccorHotels Arena has therefore been transformed into a fully-fledged urban interchange, where well-being, ease of access and sociability are just as important as sound quality. 14 1 3

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Simplification enhances functionality 5

The sloping roof outlines are reflected ultra-functional. It reflects the times on the interior of the reception space, perfectly, with its timber cladding and reinforced by false ceilings of timber lath its dynamic and sophisticated signage. construction, the horizontal structure For the entertainment of spectators, of which emphasizes the lines of force this structure is punctuated by fourteen generated by the enclosed space. The themed bars. Here, as in the concourse, concourse is bathed in light, thanks to the tonality and ambiance of the the glazed canopies which reinterpret the premises are delivered by materials: the layout of the metal web structure and, in mineral quality of concrete, the warmth places, frame astonishing views of the of timber, and the brilliance of copper 6 sky and the sloping lawns, which can also and gold. On the Boulevard de Bercy, the be seen from the stairways and escalators special VIP entrance reproduces these leading to the new gallery. The latter, colour schemes, in this case with a ceiling previously a charmless and inconvenient enlivened by a glass canopy, which pedestrian area, is now rational and becomes sculptural in its structural form.

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Before and after flux

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Achieving more within the same context

A further substantial challenge for DVVD lies at the very heart of the arena: whilst remaining within its existing shell structure, the concert hall will nevertheless be required to increase its audience capacity. Balconies, cantilevered on existing structures without modifying the latter, have satisfied this major constraint, consistent sound quality, even when increasing audience capacity from unoccupied. To switch between any one 17,000 to 20,300 seats. For the of the thirty possible configurations, it convenience of users, visibility has was previously necessary to remove been improved through the redesigned the additional terraced seating. Now, geometry of the arena and its seating, retractable terraces have accelerated lighting and acoustics have been this process, ensuring optimum analyzed in detail, with the selection modularity. In total, 4 to 5 thousand of high-performance materials, seats can now be stowed in just a few including new seats comprised of an hours, thereby facilitating the use of absorbent shell which maintains a manpower. Finally, the washed-out and uncomfortable red seats have been replaced by elegant armchair seats in dark grey shades, which adapt to any type of show. The colour of the room is now dictated by the audience, before the show takes over.

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Beforehand, detailed archaeological work was undertaken for the location of the 1,000 original piles and deep foundations, and the analysis of surrounding soils, in order to Convenience of use recalculate the new loads to be applied for all to these elements, to minimize these loads and, where applicable, to enhance load-bearing capability by the injection of concrete and the installation of additional micropiles. It will be understood why additions to the structure are to be as light as possible, in the interests of load-bearing capability The challenge and, insofar as possible, prefabricated to permit rapid installation. is also technical The scheme also dictated an increase in the availability of value-added seating, whilst observing existing clearances: the number of boxes has thus increased from eighteen to fifty-three, including ten open boxes with panoramic views the comfort of the people putting on All the functional modifications, the over the arena, ideally situated for a the show. The dressing rooms, lounges movement of spaces, the creation of the unique and immersive experience. The and technical facilities have therefore concourse, the large glazed canopies and building also has four private lounges been expanded, refitted and redesigned the tunnel between the car park and the for its corporate partners, with access for more contemporary applications. VIP lounge have a substantial structural to luxury seating. In total, 3,000 square These operations have been undertaken impact: the assumption of new loads metres of new high-end reception in the interests of improving working by existing facilities, the penetration of spaces have been added. Leading- conditions for staff, saving energy and thirty year-old structures, cantilevered edge technologies have been favoured rationalizing operating costs, under a balconies, the reinforcement of floor throughout, with high-density WiFi policy which is consistent with the City slabs, beams and columns, etc. – all allowing up to 20,000 people to go on of Paris Climate Plan. these operations can rapidly become line simultaneously. This complete redesign of dressing expensive, if not impossible. Happily, The upgrading of premises to current rooms and production facilities is also architectural choices have been adopted tastes also involves the enhancement an important factor in the competition by the design team to ensure perfect of their attraction and their multi- between major cities and major symbiosis between architecture and functional capability, whilst increasing arenas throughout the world to host engineering, sometimes to the point the most prestigious events: world of modifying the project design in the championships, concert events, and interests of financial viability or the now the Olympic Games. achievement of due dates. 30

An Arena rooted in its age

Again in the context of the City of Paris and gutters, then routed to specially- Climate Plan, the energy consumption created reservoirs for the optimization of the AccorHotels Arena will be reduced of the water cycle. Technical facilities, by one quarter in relation to the old ventilation or air-conditioning units, POPB, and it is intended that the arena or even the fluid used as a coolant for should obtain HQE environmental the ice, have been adapted to these certification in the operational phase. high-quality environmental objectives. The glazed canopies, for example, after Everything has been studied down to structural reinforcement, have been the last detail, to make the Arena a refitted with high-performance double truly contemporary facility. glazing. While the lawns have been retained, they have been thermally The architects from the DVVD agency insulated for the elimination of have breathed new and joyful life into a energy losses. The embankments were legendary Parisian venue. Thanks to an supported on prefabricated L-shaped ingenious and meticulous renovation, concrete receptacles, arranged as a the AccorHotels Arena now ranks series of steps and covered with a among the three leading multi-purpose geotextile material. Sealing has been sports arenas in the world, whether in completed in four stages: removal of terms of performances, hospitality, turf and soil, cleaning and repair of the functional capabilities or facilities. concrete receptacles, the application Adroitly reconnected with its users, the of the sealing course in the form of arena has lent a fresh dynamism to the cast resin, the reinstatement of the surrounding area. By its impeccable original soil and the application of new response to the latest dictates of the turf. Interior insulation is provided by 21st century, this facility has been mineral wool panels of thickness 15 transformed into a global destination cm, secured below the concrete frame for sports and entertainment in the of the structure. A new dispersion heart of the capital city. The arena has sprinkler system has been installed. made a spectacular return to centre At the base of embankments, run-off stage. water is collected by a system of drains

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DVVD : 8 questions of events, while simultaneously sacrificing a strategic address, given to Daniel Vaniche that Paris is the only major capital to boast a facility of this type in the heart of the city, in common with Madison Square Garden in New York. WAS THIS COMPETITION SIMILAR TO OTHERS ?

DID WORK ON THE EXISTING Absolutely not. This project was STRUCTURE INVOLVE A RESPECT born of a competition based upon FOR THE ORIGINAL ARCHITECTURE complex considerations, including a OF ANDRAULT AND PARAT ? business model associated with the operation of the site, over and above We were given no guidance on this an architectural scheme. The key matter. However, we defined our issue was naturally the anticipated own limits. In our opinion, there was generation of income to cover the a self-evident requirement for the costs of this major conversion project. conservation of the roof, the four Architecture was therefore required to exposed concrete pillars which support take account of the rationale dictated it, and the sloping lawns which define by site operations. In other words, we the image of this facility. needed to know how much the project would cost but also, exceptionally, how That being said, while the outline of much it would bring in. Nor was the capacity defined. The ULTIMATELY, SOME MIGHT Andrault and Parat’s building has scheme even anticipated a reduction QUESTION THE RATIONALE been preserved, we have undertaken in seating, specifically for the OF REDEVELOPMENT, RATHER the complete transformation of the WHAT DID THIS REDEVELOPMENT incorporation of additional spaces for THAN DEMOLITION AND interior of the arena, which was SCHEME INVOLVE ? persons with reduced mobility. RECONSTRUCTION... originally designed as a velodrome only. The decision to hold concerts As a minimum requirement, this Can you image Paris without the here was only taken some time later. scheme dictated an upgrade for the BUT YOU HAVE INCREASED THE Bercy stadium for three whole years? As a result, the venue has enjoyed 30 fulfilment of technical standards, NUMBER OF SEATS ... For the city, in any event, this was extraordinary years. However, Bercy fire safety standards and accessibility unthinkable. We would have had to has recently proved to be less and less standards for persons with reduced That was probably why we won. We have waive the organization of some of the appropriate for increasingly elaborate mobility (PRM). Everything else was actually increased the capacity of the most prestigious tournaments in the musical productions and shows, or left to the discretion of the teams of Bercy stadium, taking it from 17,000 to worlds, which might then never have for the increasing demands associated architects, engineers and operators, 20,390 seats, including 120 spaces for come back. In the event of demolition, with the hosting of sports events. each of whom was required to persons with reduced mobility. This it would also have been necessary, It should be borne in mind that, in determine the service level of public has allowed us to create the anticipated prior to any dismantling operation, to the field of arenas, international spaces, the quality of sporting and VIP seats, whilst increasing capacity construct a peripheral venue elsewhere, competition is particularly keen. production facilities, the surface areas for the general public. in the interests of the continuity of lounges or the number of boxes. 36 37

WHY WAS THE PROJECT COMPLETED IN TWO STAGES ?

Preparatory works were undertaken over a period of seven months, working around the arena without affecting it to any fundamental extent. The HOW HAVE YOU IMPROVED THE Bercy stadium was then re-opened to ARENA WITHOUT RADICALLY host the Masters 1000 tournament, CHANGING THE PHYSIOGNOMY OF an event which could not be moved THE EXISTING STRUCTURE ? elsewhere. Immediately thereafter, works were resumed for a further ten This was a real brainteaser; everything months, this time for the complete that was moved had to be found a better redevelopment of the arena and all the location elsewhere. Firstly, we created adjoining spaces. If the arena appears a reception lobby, which did not exist to be substantially unchanged, this previously. This lobby incorporates a represents an achievement, as the only restaurant and bar. We then reclaimed, two features which we have retained not only parking spaces, but also the are the octagonal design layout and the residual spaces below the sloping meshed roof structure. roofs, providing nearly 10,000 m² of additional space. We then envisaged the redistribution of site facilities. Two ULTIMATELY, THE BERCY technical spaces have been redesigned STADIUM, PREVIOUSLY UNSUITED for the development and delivery FOR ITS PURPOSE, HAS BEEN of stage productions, together with TURNED INTO ONE OF THE MOST a larger and better-distributed VIP MODERN ARENAS... area, more functional press facilities, changing rooms which are worthy of The pyramidal design of the overall the name, and an adjoining zone for structure was particularly restrictive. the production of shows, permitting That being said, we have managed to the pooled used of these facilities. achieve everything needed for the Bercy Planning has been rationalized by stadium to secure its place among the drawing a distinction between three finest arenas in the world. Moreover, different traffic flows: spectators, VIPs an entirely new 55,000 m² project on and production staff, sportsmen or the same scale would undoubtedly have artistes. been more imposing and intrusive in its surroundings. Respect for the architecture of Andrault and Parat has probably steered us towards superior integration. In brief, the subtlety of this project has been born of the restrictions applied. 38 39

5 Questions to Julien Collette, Chief executive officer of the Accorhotels Aréna

WHAT ARE YOUR INITIAL CONCLUSIONS ON THE TRANSFORMATION OF THE ARENA, SEVEN MONTHS AFTER OPENING ? WHY DID THE CITY OF NEED WHAT WERE THE MOST A NEW FACILITY FOR SPORTS PROBLEMATIC CONSTRAINTS Just hearing Bono, lead singer of U2, AND INDOOR SHOWS ? ASSOCIATED WITH THIS PROJECT ? declare on stage that he was playing the finest arena in the world is Since the opening of the “POPB” The major constraint associated with evidence enough of the success of this stadium in 1984, Paris, the City of this renovation, which was common to project. The AccorHotels Arena has Light and the world’s leading tourist all the parties involved, stemmed from now taken over the primary function destination, has had one of the five completion dates which could not be of the POPB: hosting a diverse and largest and most attractive multi- moved as a result of scheduled events, high-quality programme of cultural functional arenas in the world for the during a period of several weeks for and sporting events, whilst becoming a hosting of sporting competitions and the suspension of works in the autumn key venue for the presentation of major shows. However, after the thirty years of 2014, and thereafter upon the brands and public relations operations of good and faithful service, the POPB is opening of the Arena. Missing out on for companies of all types. A “must- showing its age, and no longer matches the annual BNP Paribas Masters tennis play venue”, as the British would say, the economic and functional standards tournament or a concert by U2, the which is the pride of Paris and has of its counterparts in other countries greatest rock band in the world, would WHAT WERE THE CHALLENGES already lent the capital the cachet of an (Madison Square Garden in New York have been inconceivable. IN TERMS OF ACCESSIBILITY (FOR Olympic city… City, the in London, and PUBLIC TRANSPORT, MOTOR the Mercedes-Benz-Arena in Berlin). VEHICLES, PEDESTRIAN ACCESS AND Its transformation into a modern WHAT IS YOUR OPINION OF THE PERSONS WITH REDUCED MOBILITY) and well-connected arena, with PROPOSAL OF THE DVVD AGENCY ? ASSOCIATED WITH THE RENOVATION facilities for every type of audience, OF THIS BUILDING FROM THE 1980’S ? was therefore essential for securing The project proposed by the DVVD the future of this facility in its current agency perfectly satisfies the key The challenge was to make the Arena form, and confirming the status of issues associated with the renovation entirely accessible to persons with Paris as one of the world’s leading of the old POPB. The Arena is now a reduced mobility and disabled persons. venues for concerts by pop stars, the genuine living space, accessible, light- The building is now accessed via two most prestigious family shows and filled and environment-friendly, in entrances, including one on the River major indoor sports events. the very heart of Paris. Seine side. A new reception concourse of nearly 2,000 square metres and large glazed canopies provide an expansive opening onto the Rue de Bercy and the Metro station. 40

7 Questions to engineers T. Janus, O. Rinn and A. Joly A. Millard

FROM YOUR VIEWPOINT, WHAT SIGNIFICANT TECHNICAL CHANGES HAVE BEEN ASSOCIATED WITH THE REDEVELOPMENT OF THE ACCORHOTELS ARENA ? Dividing curtains associated with the N°1 T. JANUS O. RINN LED ring lighting system allow the WHAT IMPROVEMENTS HAVE BEEN capacity of the hall to be reduced almost MADE FOR THE COMFORT OF imperceptibly, without impairing the SPECTATORS? For users, significant technical changes balance of the arena. are associated with the retractable N°4 T. JANUS O. RINN This modular facility allows an stands, the Wi-Fi facility, with the exceptionally rapid transition from one possibility for the simultaneous Substantial work has been undertaken configuration to another, in order to connection of 15,000 spectators, but on sight lines, in order to ensure allow the hosting of events of different also the LED ring lighting system, optimum viewing comfort from all types, the scale of which may vary from which permits high levels of interaction parts of the hall. 8,000 to 23,000 spectators. between the arena, productions and The ergonomic seating is a genuine spectators. improvement, as is audience circulation WHAT ARE THE QUALITIES OR between the seating rows, which has CHARACTERISTICS WHICH MAKE WHAT SPECIFIC TECHNICAL been improved by the extension of THIS ARENA ONE OF THE BEST- FEATURES ALLOW THE ARENA stair heads in the stands and balconies. PERFORMING IN THE WORLD? TO BE ARRANGED IN NEARLY 30 Extensive work on the ventilation POTENTIAL CONFIGURATIONS? N°3 T. JANUS O. RINN system has also been undertaken N°2 T. JANUS O. RINN for the achievement of a uniform What are the qualities or characteristics temperature in the hall. All the single- which make this arena one of the best- At the series of six concerts by Muse at flux air treatment units have been performing in the world? the end of last winter, the Arena hosted replaced with twin-flux units, thus More functional, more welcoming, the largest number of spectators in its ensuring the more effective preheating more modern and with a higher history, over 19,000 per show, in an and mixing of the ambient air. capacity, the new AccorHotels Arena “amphitheatre” configuration with has confirmed its position among the the stage in the middle of the pit; this top 5 performance arenas in the world was made possible by the geometry of (Pollstar classification). the hall, the retractable stands and the Sustained and detailed attention has creation of hanging balconies. been paid to the selection of materials used in the renovation project, thereby contributing to a significant improvement in the acoustics of the hall. 43

IN COMPARISON WITH THE OLD POPB, WHAT OUTSTANDING CHANGES HAVE BEEN MADE IN THE INTERESTS OF OPTIMUM CONVENIENCE OF USE FOR ATHLETES, MUSICIANS, ORGANIZERS, ETC.? N°5 T. JANUS, O. RINN & A MILLARD

Within the AHA, each zone has been conceived with end users in mind. IN WHAT RESPECTS IS THE The Arena features a new zone ACCORHOTELS ARENA PROJECT which harmoniously combines the NOTEWORTHY, IN TERMS OF various spaces available for the use ENERGY SAVING? of events organizers and sporting federations. This zone is divided N°7 T. JANUS between a production space (with offices), catering facilities (restaurant), Under the terms of the City of Paris hospitality lounges where production Climate Plan, the energy consumption guests can relax and socialize, and of the AccorHotels Arena is to be dressing rooms for artistes with high- reduced three-fold. end facilities. The company is aiming to achieve HQE certification in the operating phase of the Arena. WHAT OPTIONS HAVE BEEN A key feature of the project has been PREFERRED, IN TERMS OF the replacement of insulation and MULTIFUNCTIONAL CAPABILITY AND the installation of high-performance MODULARITY, IN ORDER TO OFFER insulation in those areas where the THE WIDEST POSSIBLE RANGE OF building was deficient, while the EVENTS ? development of recycling mechanisms N°6 A. JOLY A. MILLARD also contributes to the achievement of environmental objectives (the recovery of energy from all the heat released The use of retractable stands, rather by cooling installations can be used than removable seating, and the to provide space heating under mid- installation of dividing curtains. season conditions). The building has been equipped with presence and light detection functions, in order to limit energy consumption in unoccupied spaces.

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5 questions to Thierry Omeyer, Goalkeeper for the Paris-Saint-Germain HB Team, capped 335 times for the French National Team HAS THE RENOVATION OF THE ACCORHOTELS ARENA CHANGED YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH THE COURT AND THE CROWD DURING A GAME ? WHAT ARE YOUR FIRST IMPRESSIONS OF THE EXTERIOR, AND THEN The relationship with the crowd has OF THE ENTRANCE TO THE NEW always been a special feature of this ACCORHOTELS ARENA ? arena. Even before the renovation, there was a real sense of closeness The impression created is fresh and to the public, and now even more modern. A very fine reception area, so. As an athlete, it is a pleasure to with easy access for wheelchairs. The experience this renovated Arena, and boxes are a genuine asset to the Arena, the impressions out on the court are as are the VIP lounges. highly favourable.

WHAT WOULD BE YOUR COMMENTS IN YOUR OPINION, HAS THE DVVD ON THE NEW CHANGING ROOMS ? AGENCY SUCCESSFULLY RISEN TO THE CHALLENGE OF CREATING A The changing rooms have been entirely NEW ARENA FROM THE OLD POPB ? redesigned, and are very accessible, practical and spacious. It is also good In my view, this challenge has been to have lockers which are sufficiently met for both players and spectators. large, allowing everyone to have their Artistes and athletes have everything own space. they need to prepare and embark upon their competition or show under the best possible conditions. The WHAT NEW IMPROVEMENTS reception facilities, levels of comfort HAVE YOU TAKEN ADVANTAGE OF and infrastructures for the hosting AND EXPERIENCED IN THE AREAS of the general public all contribute to RESERVED FOR PLAYERS ? ensuring that everyone will enjoy the various events on offer, in the best Everything has been updated, and the possible way. I have attended a concert results are very pleasing. The feeling is as an audience member, and spent a good here. very enjoyable evening. 48

5 questions toMouhammadou Jaiteh, key player at the JSF Club, capped 9 times for the French National Team

WHAT ARE YOUR FIRST IMPRESSIONS HAS THE RENOVATION OF THE OF THE EXTERIOR, AND THEN ACCORHOTELS ARENA CHANGED OF THE ENTRANCE TO THE NEW YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH THE ACCORHOTELS ARENA ? COURT AND THE CROWD DURING A GAME ? The impression created is really very good: a restrained exterior with a Not particularly. As a sportsman, I try clearly visible entrance, and a rather to focus on what is happening on the stylish aspect which is in keeping with court. Coming courtside, however, the image of Paris. The interior has I couldn’t help but be struck by the been renovated, and is consequently beauty of the arena. very pleasing, with new and less flashy colours which lend an air of class to the overall structure. IN YOUR OPINION, HAS THE DVVD AGENCY SUCCESSFULLY RISEN TO THE CHALLENGE OF CREATING A WHAT WOULD BE YOUR COMMENTS NEW ARENA FROM THE OLD POPB ? ON THE NEW CHANGING ROOMS ? Yes, I believe this challenge has been There is a sense of freshness, and these met successfully. Most people arriving changing rooms are distinguished by here respond with a sensation of their new design. The new colours are pleasure, and have a good long look extremely pleasing. around. As soon as they come into the entrance lobby, people feel at ease. I was struck by the new design of the WHAT OBVIOUS CHANGES HAVE arena, and particularly by the black YOU OBSERVED ON THE ROUTE TO colouring, which is really very classy. THE COURT ?

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6 questions to Catherine Baratti-Elbaz, Mayor of the 12th arrondissement WHAT FEEDBACK HAVE YOU RECEIVED FROM RESIDENTS ?

They are happy that the works have been completed on schedule, and have been pleasantly surprised by the successful WHAT HAVE BEEN THE EXPECTED transformation of their Arena. The AND UNEXPECTED REPERCUSSIONS latter makes a full contribution to the FOR THE CITY ? pride of local residents, both in their district and in its appeal. The City has anticipated repercussions in terms of tourist numbers, as the AccorHotels Arena merits its place on IN YOUR OPINION, HAS THE DVVD the international map of the finest AGENCY SUCCESSFULLY RISEN TO arenas in the world. It is our intention THE CHALLENGE OF CREATING A WHAT WERE YOUR INITIAL that it should host the foremost events, NEW ARENA FROM THE OLD BERCY IMPRESSIONS UPON THE OPENING whether artistic or sporting. One STADIUM? IN YOUR VIEW, WHAT IS OF THE ACCORHOTELS ARENA ? unexpected repercussion has been the THE MOST STRIKING FEATURE ? renewed curiosity shown by Parisians Renovation has transformed this in this arena and its surroundings. The challenge has been more than met. venue, including a highly intelligent This has been a genuine process of This is a true renaissance. The most rethinking of spaces and traffic flows, rediscovery. striking elements are the comfort of for example using a new walkway to the arena, in terms of both seating and the Seine. The presentation is highly acoustics, together with its modular elegant, and the comfort unparalleled. WHAT DO YOU THINK OF THE capability, making it suitable for PROPOSAL OF THE DVVD AGENCY, hosting a wide variety of events with a AND WHAT WERE YOU EXPECTING variable capacity. HOW COULD YOU AND WOULD YOU FROM THIS TYPE OF PROJECT ? DEFINE THE ACCORHOTELS ARENA ? I was really attracted by the idea of Beauty in the service of functionality. opening up this venue to local residents, A very fine example of architectural particularly the very extensive design, providing an arena which is reception area, which incorporates capable of delivering events with an ticketing facilities, entertainment international dimension to the general spaces, bars and restaurants. Giving full public. rein to sociability is a genuinely sound intent, which we would encourage. 53

5 questions to Bernard Mounier, Chairman of Bouygues Bâtiment Île-de-France

WHAT HAVE BEEN THE TECHNICAL CHALLENGES FOR YOUR COMPANY ?

The challenges were quite naturally associated with the overall schedule WHAT ARE THE MAJOR STAGES IN for the commissioning of a modern THE CONSTRUCTION PROCESS ? and well-connected Arena. In technical terms, the metal structure of the main The operation was completed in two arena was one of the key features of the main phases, with a public re-opening project. in the interim. For every phase, we prepared construction design analyses having first secured a grasp of the WHAT DO YOU THINK OF THE existing structure, which is complex PROPOSAL OF THE DVVD AGENCY, in terms of both its geometry and its AND WHAT WERE YOU EXPECTING spaces. For the execution of works, FROM THIS TYPE OF PROJECT ? the building was divided into a number of simultaneous projects: entrance The proposal of the DVVD agency was lobby, main arena, walking areas and bold, as it involves the reconciliation exterior facilities. This organization of the past and the present, in allowed us to keep to the ambitious architectural terms, endowing the project schedule, whilst facilitating the Arena with a multitude of living spaces management of contingencies which (lounges, boxes, restaurants, bars, are inherently associated with this type etc.) which were virtually non-existent of renovation. hitherto. This was a proposal for a “living” Arena.

HOW COULD YOU AND WOULD YOU DEFINE THE ACCORHOTELS ARENA ? HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR COLLABORATION WITH THE DVVD The AccorHotels Arena represents a AGENCY IN THE EXECUTION OF THIS combination of a historical structure in PROJECT ? the City of Paris, a true signature feature of local architecture, and a state-of- Collaboration with the DVVD agency the-art multi-cultural venue which has been consistently constructive, in allows the public to enjoy new sporting the context of an extremely tight time and entertainment experiences. schedule. This experience will live long in the memory. 55 WHAT ARE THE QUALITIES OR CHARACTERISTICS WHICH MAKE THIS ARENA ONE OF THE BEST- PERFORMING/HIGHLY-RENOWNED FACILITIES IN THE WORLD ?

5 questions to Pierre Damolis, Having increased its capacity, the AccorHotels Arena is now one of HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE Project manager, Alto Ingnierie the largest in the world. Technical YOUR COLLABORATION WITH THE renovation has made this arena a high- DVVD AGENCY FOR THE EXECUTION performance facility, incorporating OF THIS PROJECT ? state-of-the-art technologies for the WHAT HAVE BEEN THE TECHNICAL distribution of images, sound and Throughout the duration of this CHALLENGES FOR YOUR COMPANY ? light. The central control room has operation, we have been part of the thus become the nerve centre of the prime contractor’s team. This concept The technical challenges were building, as the centralizing facility of teamwork was fundamental to the numerous : major redevelopment, for all information: VDI and scenic success of the project. During the upgrading to current standards, systems. design analysis phase, the constitution particularly for fire safety, incorporation of an ALTO Ingénierie on-site project of ancillary facilities for shows team, just a few minutes from the DVVD (restaurant, bars, etc.), upgrading of WHAT IMPROVEMENTS HAVE agency, was conducive to interaction in WHAT SIGNIFICANT CHANGES HAVE technical installations (in respect of BEEN MADE FOR THE COMFORT all areas, thus permitting the adoption YOU OBSERVED, IN TECHNICAL energy efficiency, cooling systems, OF SPECTATORS ? of a concerted approach to the various TERMS, SINCE THE DEVELOPMENT VDI systems, scenic installations, issues arising. This organizational OF THE ACCORHOTELS ARENA ? etc.).However, the key challenge of Improvements have been made in a structure was necessary to an effective this project was the achievement number of areas : grasp of the existing situation, and in of compliance with opening dates. This the interests of rapid but coordinated This major renovation involved a Thermal comfort, including the was dependent upon all the parties action or reaction. During the works number of highly visible technical modification of air diffusers in the involved: contractors, the developer phase, DVVD and ALTO Ingénierie elements: exterior lighting, message main arena in the interests of optimum and associated consultants, architects shared the same working space for a distribution, etc., but was primarily atmospheric management; customized and design offices. Looking back now number of months, in order to meet focused on aspects which are not thermal treatment for individual with a degree of perspective, this has the requirements of this very particular perceptible to visitors: improvements spaces, incorporating treatment been a fine success. project. In brief, our collaboration in insulation, energy efficiency, etc.. systems which adapt to actual For ALTO Ingénierie, the availability with the DVVD agency has been both If I were to highlight a single feature requirements; in the substantial list of improvements of our staff teams during the design professional and extremely friendly. to this building, it would be its capacity analysis phase, but also during the Visual comfort, including the major for communication : within the works phase, was a key element in this overhaul of lighting systems and performance arena, in the boxes, with success. Our presence on-site allowed associated controls; daily interaction with all the parties the exterior, etc.. User convenience, including the involved in this project: contractors, incorporation of dynamic signage for architects and the technical services of the improved orientation of spectators the AccorHotels Arena. and the encouragement of interaction with their environment.

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6 questions to Mr Didier Dely, CEO of the Semaest

HOW COULD YOU AND WOULD YOU WHAT WERE THE VARIOUS STAGES tournament and a number of shows. DEFINE THE ACCORHOTELS ARENA ? IN THE RENOVATION PROJECT ? The bulk of renovation/modernization work was completed in the second The most insane challenge in which I It goes without saying that the phase of the project, between WHAT WERE YOUR FIRST have ever been involved, but also one of execution of works, however complex December 2014 and September 2015. IMPRESSIONS UPON THE OPENING the successes in my professional career they might be, is just the «tip of This was a performance on a major OF THE ACCORHOTELS ARENA ? of which I am most proud. Pride in the the iceberg». Preparatory work was scale, involving up to 1,000 workers consolidation of all the individuals critical, from the completion of the on the site and a hundred different Immense joy and an incredulous relief, concerned in a unified project team, preliminary project review (or reviews, contractors. The organization of the particularly during the first musical cutting through administrative as there were three in this case), 2015 Masters was dependent upon show. The flashes of the audience’s barriers, taking risks and sparing the filing of the construction permit compliance with the October 2015 mobile phones in the twilight created neither time nor effort to achieve the application and the award of permit, opening date. Even though the final the simultaneous impression of impossible: delivering the new Arena the organization of an invitation to seats in the mobile stands had to be both an immense curved space and within an incredibly short time scale tender based upon a professional installed during the knock-out phase the intimacy of a great collective and to an extremely tight budget. After project agreement scheme, in the of the tennis tournament (involving community. the gestation phase, we have to accept light of the limited time available, the combined efforts of all parties – that this fine facility is no longer our the analysis of bids and the award of the developer, the delegate developers, own, but has become this magnificent contract in January 2014, followed by the prime contractor and the project multi-purpose arena in the heart of the start of works in April 2014, with an contractors – over those October Paris, to be adopted by local residents impressive demolition phase. This first nights), the challenge was met, and and audiences. phase was completed in the autumn the arena was operational in time for of 2014, with a partial re-opening to the last sixteen phase. host the BNP Paribas Masters tennis 61

When I survey the AccorHotels Arena today, the results have exceeded my expectations. A new and aesthetic element, reflected by the huge entrance lobby, the new exterior walkway etc., has been combined with visual continuity, and what I would call a complementary approach to the existing structure. The DVVD agency has not betrayed the past, but has enhanced it.

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE IN YOUR OPINION, HAS THE DVVD YOUR COLLABORATION WITH THE AGENCY SUCCESSFULLY RISEN TO DVVD AGENCY IN THE EXECUTION THE CHALLENGE OF CREATING A OF THIS PROJECT ? NEW ARENA FROM THE OLD BERCY STADIUM? IN YOUR VIEW, WHAT IS Collectively, we have achieved the THE MOST STRIKING FEATURE ? transformation of the old POPB into the AccorHotels Arena within Most emphatically yes – the results are an incredibly short time scale and there to be seen. One of the comments to a very tight budget. Under these which satisfied me most came from the WHAT DO YOU THINK OF THE conditions, the traditional top-down sound engineer of the group U2, as the PROPOSAL OF THE DVVD AGENCY, operating structure of developer/ show was being filmed: he said that, AND WHAT WERE YOU EXPECTING delegate developer/prime contractor/ in his opinion, the new arena was the FROM THIS TYPE OF PROJECT ? project contractors was entirely second best in the world, in terms of inappropriate. This structure was acoustics. Not bad for a building which The challenge was substantial : replaced by a project-based operating dates back to the 1980’s. preserving the work of Andrault-Parat mode, combining the forces of all the while transforming the POPB into men and women who were enthused by a 21st century arena. In spite of all this great project. The team from the efforts, perspective drawings and plans DVVD agency was fully committed to provided only an imperfect impression this project-based mode, and each of of actual conditions in the new Arena, them went well beyond the call of duty specifically on the grounds of the in the interests of securing success. complexity of the interior fittings and I cannot name them all individually, as traffic routes. I am collectively indebted to them all, but I would like to mention Vincent and Fulvia in particular. 62 63

5 questions to Guy Forget, tournament Director had nothing but praise. WHAT ARE THE KEY FACTORS IN AN of the BNP Paribas tennis Masters OPERATION OF THIS TYPE ?

WHAT ARE THE OBVIOUS CHANGES We live in a rapidly-changing world, WHICH YOU HAVE OBSERVED ON where competition is universal, with THE ROUTE OUT TO THE COURT ? WHAT ARE YOUR FIRST IMPRESSIONS have been equally impressed. many other projects throughout the OF THE EXTERIOR, AND THEN WHAT WOULD BE YOUR COMMENTS world, and other tournaments which OF THE ENTRANCE TO THE NEW ON THE NEW CHANGING ROOMS? Additional changing rooms for team would happily supplant the BNP ACCORHOTELS ARENA ? sports have been created courtside. Paribas Masters. The players also When the old POPB was configured These are used by tennis players as travel far and wide, and observe the The entrance through the great glass- for a tennis tournament, the changing warm-up areas or recovery areas. improvements and developments in canopied lobby, exceptionally well- rooms were a weak point. They were These facilities, which did not exist other tournament sites throughout the lit and modern, is magnificent, and extremely cramped. Today, the surface previously, are a real bonus, as today’s year. It was therefore essential for us to a thing of beauty in comparison with area of the changing rooms has been players have a far larger back-up modernize in order to retain our place what went before. Taking a step back, virtually doubled, with colour schemes staff, including physiotherapists and among the leading tournaments. Our however, and casting a glance around which are substantially lighter, physical trainers, who have their event was held in an ageing stadium the arena, it will be seen that the brighter and more welcoming. The players go through longer pre-match and, by definition, our tournament turfed roof panes, which were a strong showers are also far more convenient warm-ups and post-match warm- shone with just a little less brilliance identifying feature of this facility, and modern. The changing rooms are down routines. Previously, this would than others. I now believe we can have been retained. Then, as the a very important facility, as this is not have been simple to achieve. claim to have the finest indoor tennis spectator focuses on the arena once ultimately where the players spend the tournament, and we are proud of it. more, the overriding impression is one majority of their time – and they have of novelty. Everything has changed: the colour schemes, the seating, IN YOUR OPINION, HAS THE DVVD the balconies, etc.. The impression AGENCY SUCCESSFULLY RISEN TO is created of a far larger space, even THE CHALLENGE OF CREATING A though the walls have not been pushed NEW ARENA FROM THE OLD POPB ? back. The major achievement has been the comprehensive upgrading of the Yes, absolutely – and this was their premises. Thanks to the architects, master stroke, as the project involved the identity of the stadium has been the comprehensive upgrading of an successfully modernized, but not existing structure, rather than a new lost – the spirit and style of the arena build. The agency has succeeded, whilst have been preserved. All the players retaining the lines and the geometry of entering the court for the first time the previous building, in delivering an incredible breath of fresh air, with a vast improvement in facilities for the public, with brighter circulation areas and more extensive catering facilities. 66 67

Technical boards

armchairs

telescopic seating block assembly / front view

69 30 Configurations après rénovation !

ATHLETICS ICE SPORTS

Number of spectators Number of spectators 11 540 14 447

SAILBOARD BASKETBALL

Number of spectators Number of spectators 14 417 16 321

MOTOCROSS

Number of spectators Number of spectators 12 548 17 112 70 71

TENNIS CONCERT

Number of spectators HALL FRONT STAGE 16 321 PODIUM OPERA

Number of spectators 12 702

CONCERT CONCERT HALL FRONT STAGE HALL FRONT STAGE

(SEMI-ARENA) Number of spectators 19 332 Number of spectators 10 200

CONCERT HALL CONCERT HALL TRANSVERSE STAGE CENTRAL STAGE

(SEMI-ARENA) Number of spectators 20 325 Number of spectators 12 231 72 73

Technical Location : Paris (12th arrondissement)

data sheet Contracting authority : POPB operating company

Structural engineers, facades specialists and cost control : DVVD : Paula Castro, Céline Cerisier, Vincent Dominguez, Toma Dryjski, Bertrand Potel, Louis Ratajczak, Daniel Vaniche. Project directors : Vincent Dominguez and Daniel Vaniche. Project managers : Fulvia Parlati, Louis Ratajczak, Monica Sierra. Deputy project managers : M. Dominguez, M. de Feo, N. Didier, B. Frati, E. Glass, J.Chelza, A. Hery, C. Lapassat, R. Pericaud, L. Piciocchi, A. Rivera, C. Walsh

General contractor : Bouygues Bâtiment Île-de-France

Design offices : Alto Ingénierie (fluids, HQE, fire safety systems), Casso (technical assistance for the coordination of fire safety systems), Cronos conseil (safety and risk prevention), Peutz (acoustics), QS Cube (economics), Sepia GC (geotechnical and civil engineering), Systal (kitchens)

Consultant architects for the concert hall : Populous

Budget : 110 million euros (30 % for phase 1 and 70 % phase 2)

Floor area before renovation : 59 100 m²

Floor area after renovation : 62 000 m²

Total duration of works : 17 months

Delivery : october 2015

Crédits : Sketches : AccorHotels Arena / DVVD 3D : AccorHotels Arena / DVVD / Yam Studio Photos of the chantier : AccorHotels Arena / DVVD / L. Piciocchi et AccorHotels Arena / Bouygues / AC. Barbier Photos : AccorHotels Arena / DVVD / Sergio Grazia section of public concourse façade entrance Illustrations and photos are free of rights 74 HAS THE SPECIFIC NATURE OF THE AGENCY ALLOWED YOU TO SECURE PARTICULAR PROJECTS ? The agency 6 questions to Daniel Vaniche We work, for example, on complex projects which involve the superimposition of different schemes. We also continue to work on civil engineering structures, and recently WHAT IS SPECIAL ABOUT DVVD ? MIGHT THERE NOT BE A RISK THAT completed an overpass in Paris, over THE ENGINEER WILL GUIDE THE the Boulevard Périphérique. We also Our work is based upon the idea HAND OF THE ARCHITECT ? work on major reinstatement and of combining engineering and redevelopment operations. The Bercy architecture, with no barrier between This is where discipline comes in. stadium is the most significant these disciplines. The agency also We always endeavour to push the example. We are also working on started out with a very particular boundaries of architecture further, designs for the transformation of the project, an overbridge at Evry, which for example by developing a number concert hall in Paris, and has since won numerous awards. of projects in parallel during the the Arènes theatre in Evry. In my opinion, the design of a civil schematic design phase. Engineering is engineering structure is an exercise in sometimes a core element of the initial which there is no demarcation between idea, but may also come later. We have AS AN ENGINEER, DO YOU WORK design and engineering. no rules on this point. FOR OTHER ARCHITECTS ?

While we have our own signature HOW DOES THIS PARALLEL UNDER THESE CONDITIONS, projects, we continue to work for other MANAGEMENT OF ARCHITECTURAL IT IS EASIER TO MANAGE agencies. This allows us to interact with DESIGN AND ENGINEERING PROJECT ECONOMICS ? other professionals, but also to explore INFLUENCE YOUR WORK ? new materials and alternative options. In our opinion, the management of We choose not to limit ourselves. Firstly, I believe that the separation project economics is a core element By working with Jean Nouvel, MVRDV, of functions represents a trap for the of design. We have two economists at Wilmotte & Partners, or with Vincent architect. Today, the architect is caught the agency, who assist us as much as our Parreira and Stéphane Maupin, we up in the division between architectural engineers in the real-time validation remain open to different forms of project management, technical project of the various project options available. contemporary architecture. Together management and construction project Many of our engineers also have the with Anthony Béchu and Tom Sheehan, management. In practice, the architect skills required for impeccable cost for example, we recently realized the is increasingly involved in design, management. first steel-framed skyscraper to be built and less and less in construction. in France for decades. The D2 Tower By incorporating not only engineering, in La Défense therefore represents but also works management into the work of a number of agencies. In our business, we are able to manage any event, this structure reflects the projects more effectively, and to importance of the engineer’s work. proceed more rapidly at the design stage. 76 77

DVVD is a Paris based group of architects, engineers, designers, builders and thinkers effective within the fields of architecture, urbanism, research and development. The office gathers over forty people, involved in DANIEL VANICHE TOMA DRYJSKI PAULA CASTRO a large number of projects throughout Europe. To deal with today and Founder and CEO, Daniel Vaniche is a Architect and urban designer, Architect, she has successfully tomorrow challenges in urban design graduate of the Ecole Polytechnique founder of the award winning archi5 combined building design and technical matters with a particular attention to and architecture, we explore new and Ecole Nationale des Ponts et practice, he recently joined DVVD as a Chaussées engineering schools, and partner. His international experience envelopes and environmental aspects. fields by overlapping conventional architect. His experience both as an convinced him of the necessity to She attaches a high priority to achieving approaches, taking advantage of our architect and an engineer convinced a constant overlapping of conventional the highest possible architectural solid know-how, with new concept to him that to bring these two skills approaches with free new concepts to quality and value for clients and users - better fit the future life forms. Finally, together within a single structure fit with the future life of the projects. based on a unique interaction between we create unique, lively, sustainable made sense. His experience covers developing the brief requirements, technical projects that reach beyond themselves of innovative sustainable concepts solutions and other factors such as and become a durable value to the and building designs to complex budget and time schedule. users, the society and the culture they masterplans and urban developments. are built into.

VINCENT DOMINGUEZ BERTRAND POTEL LOUIS RATAJCZAK CÉLINE CERISIER Co-founder, he has contributed to the Managing director since the first days Both engineer and architect, with his Graduated in neuroscience and human experience in engineering, architecture and now partner, his design approach rich experience of complex projects he resources, she has developed her skills and design right from the earliest englobes a large identity-creating is naturally the referent of the engineers in various service companies before days, not only regarding design itself projects with a focus on designing team. His department purpose is joining the DVVD agency in 2006. She but also in terms of expertise, methods strong, complete solutions based on centered on structural innovation, for has supported the establishment and and work-site techniques. His focus complex design parameters. With a architecture and bridges, as well as development of the administrative, is on large scale public buildings in strong focus on the user aspect, design complex envelopes design. He is also in financial and human resources pole various cultural contexts. His overview and organization of space, he has a charge to develop visions and solutions for both agencies (DVVD and Daniel and attention to detail strongly special ability to maintain a strong in the field of sustainable architecture Vaniche & Associates). She constantly influence the office approach. concept throughout the project stages and design. takes into account their respective up to the construction. evolution. 78

Awards

EQUERRE D’ARGENT PRIZE

Nominated for the Footbridge ZAC Claude Bernard in 2015 and for the Footbridge Quai aux Fleurs à Evry in 2007

A+ AWARDS 2013, NEW YORK

Double winner (Jury and Popular Choice) of the 2013+Mobility category for Footbridge pôle multimodal de Villetaneuse (The Leaf)

CONSTRUCTION AND INNOVATION BATIACTU TROPHY

Winner in 2013 for the Footbridge pôle multimodal de Villetaneuse (The Leaf) et 2011 for the Footbridge over the river Marne

SALON D’AUTOMNE 2012 ARCHITECTURE 2012 PRIZE

Winner for the Footbridge Quai aux Fleurs à Evry (The Propeller)

PARIS METROPOLIS GENERAL PUBLIC 2005-2010 AWARD FOR CONTEMPORARY ARCHITECTURE

Winner in Public Spaces category for the Footbridge Quai aux Fleurs à Evry

PRIX CONSTRUCTION ACIER DU LUXEMBOURG 2007

Winner for the Footbridge Quai aux Fleurs à Evry (The Propeller) DVVD

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