Le Cellier, Reims

Renovation of the former Jacquart Champagne Cellars, which have been transformed into Le Cellier, a 5 140 m² cultural centre hosting various community and cultural activities. Listed facade.

Technische Details

Renovierungen/Umbauten Le Cellier   www.reims.fr

Ort Reims, France. Listed facade.

Baukosten 4.5 millions €.

Zeitrahmen Design: 2011-2012. Construction: 2013-2014. Opening: April 2015.

Bauherr City of Reims.

Architekt(en) L'Escaut Architectures, Bruxelles   escaut.org  •  Tandem+, Lille   www.tandemaplusu.com

Zahl der Sitzplätze Cultural centre comprising a 150-seat auditorium – the first four rows of which can be retracted to create a flat “stage + auditorium” space of approximately 160 m² – with a standing capacity of up to 400 spectators – and a dedicated 80-seat auditorium. Both are dedicated to performance and creation. There is also a rehearsal and workshop room, as well as exhibition and administrative areas Total area 5 140 m2.

Nutzung Workplace of local performing arts associations, such as Nova Villa, City’s cultural activities (workshops, exhibitions, etc.).

Leistungsumfang Acoustical consulting and design services for the entire project.

Beteiligte Berater Thomas Wulfrank, Johan Brulez, Kahle Acoustics.

1/6Le Cellier, ReimsListed facade of former Jacquart Champagne Cellars. Foto © Kahle Acoustics
2/6Le Cellier, ReimsThe 150-seat auditorium – the first four rows of which can be retracted to create a flat “stage + auditorium” space of approximately 160 m² – with a capacity of up to 400 standing audience. Foto © L'Escaut Architectures
3/6Le Cellier, ReimsLateral view of the 150-seat auditorium. Foto © Kahle Acoustics
4/6Le Cellier, ReimsLateral view of the 150-seat auditorium. Foto © Kahle Acoustics
5/6Le Cellier, ReimsView on the 150-seat auditorium as seen from the stage. Foto © Kahle Acoustics
6/6Le Cellier, ReimsThe rehearsal space, also used for workshops and exhibitions. Foto © L'Escaut Architectures