Chevalier Morales

The expansion and redesign of the Lévis Cultural Centre, located at the intersection of Alphonse-Desjardins Boulevard and Vincent-Chagnon Street, marks the city's most significant cultural investment in decades. This project aims to relocate the Élédanse and the Accroche Notes schools into the newly reimagined space, underscoring the municipality's commitment to highlighting the rich cultural and community offerings.

The design proposal by Chevalier Morales is deeply connected to the identity of Lévis, particularly its rich paleontological heritage. The city’s impressive fossil deposits have earned it a reputation as a true fossil park, marked by traces, imprints, and relics of the past. The use of stone in the building’s new façade evokes the texture and mineral quality of Old Lévis, much like fossils embedded in rock. Large reflective glass panels are strategically placed on the building’s exterior, creating a sense of fluidity reminiscent of mirrors. These openings invite natural light into the space, enhancing its intimate and welcoming atmosphere.

Envisioned as a third space, the Lévis Cultural Centre fosters a dynamic synergy between various cultural programs and a series of flexible spaces at the main entrance. Visitors can freely meander while engaging in community activities. A high-quality event space within the lobby adjacent to the performance hall, featuring bettered acoustic and scenography infrastructure, will further satisfy the community’s needs and elevate the quality of services of the centre.