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Building for the future: green archives buildings
code:
103
Jul 22
14:30 - 15:30
Speaker:
CLEYET-MICHAUD, Rosine
SAIE BELAISCH, France
Room:
409
Description
Language(s) of presentations:
English
French
english
Simultaneous translation:
ICA Classic
Abstract:

(1) France has a long tradition of constructing archival buildings. These buildings have evolved considerably over the last century. How is the notion of sustainable development now taken into account in the conception of these buildings? Which architectural techniques are implemented in this context? What are the most recent innovations for interior layouts and floor plans?

(2) The future building for the Archives Départementales du Nord – a building with a positive net rate of energy consumption- will be presented in detail by the director of the institution.

Target audience:
Individuals participating in planning projects for new archival buildings or additions to existing buildings.
Overall purpose and significance of session:
Archives buildings built recently in France reflect the importance which numerous communities grant to their archives. These unique endeavours are of interest to architects as well, challenging them to create attractive structures that encourage communication and good preservation.
Content description:
Brief history of archival buildings. Presentation of recent projects in France. Case study of the Archives Départementales du Nord. New buildings, building additions, rehabilitating existing buildings. Presentation of floor plans and layout.

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