01 / nature of the project
As part of its strategic plan for sports and community infrastructure, the Municipality of Labelle undertook the construction of a new recreation pavilion. This building, inaugurated in 2024, enhances services for residents and improves existing facilities near the baseball field and other sports infrastructure. The project involved the design and construction of a pavilion-style building, housing multipurpose spaces, modern washrooms, and a technical area, while ensuring optimal energy efficiency. The plans and specifications called for a glulam timber frame structure, reinforced concrete foundations, and a mechanical and electrical system adapted to community needs.
02 / Special features
- Construction of a new community building of nearly 320 m².
- Glulam timber frame structure with a lightweight structure and high-performance building envelope.
- Integrated with existing sports facilities (baseball field, parking lot).
- Integration of an electric vehicle charging station.
- Building designed for multiple uses: supporting sports activities, community events, and cultural activities.
03 / Complexities
- Multidisciplinary coordination (structure, mechanics, electricity).
- Management of interfaces between the building and existing infrastructure.
- Integration of energy performance and sustainability requirements.
- Adherence to a tight schedule to deliver the project for the opening of the sports season.
05 / services provided
- Preliminary studies and preliminary design.
- Plans and specifications for structure, mechanics, and electricity. Interdisciplinary coordination.
- Site supervision. Monitoring of system compliance and performance.
04 / Constraints
- Carrying out the work in a busy urban environment, while maintaining nearby sporting activities.
- Managing a construction site during the winter period (foundations, building envelope).
- Limited municipal budget requiring optimized construction choices.