Music and dance conservatoire — Ajaccio
A music, dance and drama school over three partly buried levels.
Devoted to music, dance and drama, the Henri Tomasi conservatoire forms part of the "Ajaccio 2030" development programme, which aims to make the imperial city attractive in both economic and tourist terms.
The project was conceived to create a genuine relationship with the future eco-district: the shape of the building follows that of the site and preserves sunlight. Gathering three semi-buried levels beneath a planted terrace, it lays out around a green patio a 200-seat auditorium, a drama room, a recording studio, two rehearsal rooms for orchestra and choir, three dance studios and 26 rooms for teaching and musical practice.