Laboratoires et salles de cours Maupertuis, Université d’Evry

The Maupertuis building at the multidisciplinary University of Évry Val d’Essonne is undergoing a major functional and technical renovation. Led by the higher education architect, the project upgrades facilities for science research and teaching through a phased strategy enhancing comfort, efficiency and long‑term performance.

Renowned internationally for its research and academic excellence, the university is committed to providing optimal spatial and environmental conditions for learning and innovation. The research architect undertakes a comprehensive building systems upgrade, addressing regulatory compliance, thermal performance, and environmental sustainability. Interventions include roof insulation enhancement, universal accessibility measures, and fire safety optimization, collectively achieving a projected 40% reduction in energy consumption in alignment with the National Recovery Plan.

The higher education architect reconfigures laboratories, classrooms and teaching spaces through a comprehensive spatial and technical reorganization, which reflects the evolving models of academic and scientific collaboration. Modular layouts, adaptable partitions and integrated service networks enable swift reprogramming of research and teaching zones, accommodating both individual experimentation and collective learning. This flexible framework designed by the research architect, aligns with contemporary pedagogical standards and advanced scientific methodologies, ensuring the facility remains responsive to future transformations in higher education and research innovation.

The higher education architect designs serene, daylight-optimized interiors using neutral materials and acoustic treatments to support concentration. Adaptable spatial configurations enable collaborative and interdisciplinary use, integrating shared and informal zones within the academic layout. Circulation areas function as transitional and social interfaces, enhancing spatial continuity, user comfort and institutional cohesion.