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Deux îlots de verdure à Griffintown, sur terre et sous le ciel
By : Catalyse Urbaine
GRANDS PRIX DU DESIGN – 17th edition
Discipline : Landscape & Territories
Categories : Landscape Architecture / Landscape Architecture - Housing Project : Silver Certification
Categories : Landscape Architecture / Green Roof : Silver Certification
Two islands of greenery in Griffintown, at street-level and in the sky
In this project, two underutilized spaces are transformed into lush green spaces, to the delight of citizens and nature alike.
At street level, a pocket park between two buildings is planted with a grove of pine trees, shrubs, colorful perennials, and vaporous grasses where passers-by can enjoy the sunshine in this densely populated neighborhood. A sinuous low wall in Corten steel retains a large quantity of fertile soil, where the grove of pine trees will eventually create a cool, fragrant forest canopy.
Once inside the residential complex, an elevator takes us up to the sky.
On the top floor, the viewer is met by a spectacular view of the Montreal skyline. A large green roof offers numerous possibilities for relaxation, physical activity and mental well-being.
Perennial border lawns to create intimate spaces for reading and contemplating the view. A large vegetable garden brims with activity, and vegetables in various stages of growth. A pétanque (bocci) court and a jogging track made of recycled rubber provide a more athletic type of exercise. Residents come together to share a meal under one of the two pergolas.
What’s more, the roof features a diversity of plants that absorb rainwater, counter the heat island effects, and reduce urban air pollution. Native plants create a local ecosystem adapted to the Canadian climate and heighten public awareness of urban biodiversity.
Thanks to these two islands of greenery created in under-used spaces, humans and other species breathe, enjoy the sunshine, and soften the hard mineral surfaces of the city.
Collaboration
Landscape Architecture : Catalyse Urbaine architecture et paysages
Architect : l\'OEUF Architectes
