IRCAD 3 is an extension project that responds to the need to enlarge
the Digestive Cancer Research Institute, which trains surgeons from
all over the world on new surgical techniques. The extension stands
in the existing courtyard and is connected to the existing entrance to
IRCAD 1. The idea is to create an extension that flows naturally from
the existing facility. It is a simple rectangle on one level so that it does
not obstruct the view from neighbouring buildings or prevent light from
entering them. The façades use the same solid and perforated bluishgrey
aluminium cladding. The living roof, treated as a fifth façade,
is mainly covered with a deep layer of earth, making it possible to
use tall plants. Because of the constraints of the site, and to make it
possible to integrate the entire programme, two basement levels are
being created. The design of the extension will highlight the level of
expertise taught at this world-class institution. With this restructuring
project, the IRCAD aimed to bring the different activities taking place
at basement level up to current standards, and to separate circulation
flows. Our aim is to integrate the new standards, to improve working
conditions for staff, and to connect these spaces with the IRCAD 3
extension.