Although the new building shares a common forecourt with the CASJB, it has its own unique architectural identity and dedicated entrance. The main façade features an array of red hues, forming a distinctive urban beacon and a visual link between the performance hall and the city. The side and rear elevations clad in painted aluminium panels create a rhythmic composition that wraps around the building.
An artwork by local artist Bertrand Carrière is integrated onto the building envelope as one of the façade panels. This photomontage, positioned along the axis of a main road, is illuminated at dusk to reveal an unlikely scene within the cultural complex.
Inside, the double-height lobby is filled with natural light, which is softened by the warm-coloured glazing. Red walls, black ceilings, and varnished plywood create a unique atmosphere reminiscent of contemporary cultural venues.
The performance hall offers notable versatility thanks to its motorized retractable seating system. The main configuration seats 310 people and is complemented by several smaller layouts that can accommodate a variety of staging possibilities. This flexibility fosters more dynamic and intimate relationships between artists and audiences, ensuring that the space remains closely aligned with the artistic works it brings to life.
Photo Credit: Félix Michaud + Maxime Brouillet
