Beaconsfield cultural center competition
Beaconsfield, QC
The IMAGINE Centennial project envisions the construction of a new multifunctional cultural center in Beaconsfield and the revitalization of its adjacent facilities. The proposal by Chevalier Morales, in collaboration with Vlan Paysages, Pageau Morel, Latéral, and Équipe Laurence, proposes the integration of a library within the building, transforming the center into a vibrant hub for social and intellectual life.
Breathing new life into the site, the project seeks to enhance community engagement with Centennial Park, a space that is already deeply cherished by local residents.
The building’s location, along with its parking lot and boat launch on the eastern side of the site, reflects the vision of transforming Centennial Park and the marina into an urban sanctuary where nature, culture, and history converge. The design draws inspiration from English romantic gardens, elegantly structuring the space, which is set to become a focal point for community and cultural events in the region.
In addition to bookshelves and reading areas, the proposal includes a range of multifunctional spaces, such as a youth activity room, a multipurpose hall, a computer and creative lab, a bistro, and a terrace.