IEA

About 20 researchers from all over the world will work in the new institute of advanced studies, built between a football stadium and the Loire river. The slim building itself would like to be also 'advanced' in terms of energy saving and appearance. Coloured polycarbonate panels are covering the north side (against the existing football field) and coloured glass shields protect the south side from the sun. The site includes Saupin in the building to the south, along the Loire, the IEA-MSH (Institute of Advanced Studies, Maison des Sciences de l'Homme), a Residence Service, accommodation for researchers, in the building east of offices and parking in superstructure, a soccer field at the center, the stands in the north have been preserved.