☉ School in a park is a fourth prize proposal by Continentale and Fala for Ville de Lausanne designed in 2024. It is located in Lausanne Switzerland in a park setting. Its scale is medium with a surface of 2.000 sqm an estimated budget of 12.500.000 € and a ratio of 6.250 €/sqm. Key material is wood. Concepts such as folded facade and green roof are explored.
Ciel is a compact building. Its footprint matches that of the neighboring structures, and together with the existing school, it creates a symmetrical composition centered around a large cedar tree. A simple wooden structure with a subtle cantilever ensures smooth operations while offering a degree of flexibility. The gymnasium opens generously towards the sports cluster of the campus, while the classrooms are organized around a bright room that faces the park.