With its architectural, urban, and functional qualities, the new logistics market, the Marché d'Intérêt National de Rezé (MiN), has become a prominent node located just south of the city of Nantes in western France. The architecture of the MiN is driven by a strong environmental ambition that aligns well with the sustainability goals of the Nantes Region. The project is also an important tool for sustainable economic development in the region.
Innovative, understated, and highly functional, the large central wholesale market is the heart of the MiN, featuring an expressive design inspired by 19th-century market halls in a contemporary interpretation. The vast roof invites visitors and those working on-site, while the wooden structure covering the hall contributes to a warm atmosphere. The aim has been to create a structure that opens to the north entrance while also integrating seamlessly with the landscape to the south, characterized by hedged open fields. Similarly, hedges frame the new logistics market.
The architecture is based on rational construction, with materials carefully chosen for their aesthetic qualities and structural properties. This systematic approach offers great flexibility, a characteristic that permeates the entire MiN project. Through clean shapes and well-balanced proportions, a coherent unity is achieved. The architecture is both contemporary and timeless, employing sustainable, high-quality materials that ensure the project's longevity and integration with the rich architectural heritage of Nantes.
