The project proposes a compact building that encompasses the entire program. The architectural expression of the new Le Foron school is conceived as a three-dimensional structural grid, providing it with a strong identity, durability, and transparency in line with its function as a public building. The load-bearing structure is exposed and generates the building's expression, which is sober and timeless. Its dimensional rationality and modularity make it a highly flexible and durable project over time, enabling the articulation of different uses. The needs of a school facility evolve rapidly. The project aims to anticipate these needs. The covered playground areas are oversized to allow for the creation of an additional level above (9 modules). The future evolution of the half school group has been considered in the structural project from the outset.

The building envelope is complemented by generous glass panels, creating an immediate relationship between the interior and exterior. This ensures abundant natural lighting, controlled by the use of blinds, and establishes a strong connection with the surrounding vegetation. The sun-exposed facades are protected by overhangs/walkways, which prevent summer overheating and regulate light input. The walkways function as an extension of the classrooms to the outdoors. The internal structure of the building in local wood is complemented on the outer perimeter by a mesh of low-carbon concrete pillars and beams, a choice that brings numerous advantages. It is a robust, recycled, and recyclable material, with increased resistance to wear and tear challenges and very durable over time.

The classrooms are arranged around a central distribution core, which rationalizes the interior space and reduces the building's footprint. The building's structure is simple and rational. Formed by a regular 5x5m grid, composed of wooden pillars supporting beams and joists. This structure is anchored on a recycled concrete base, used exclusively for the buried parts of the building. The floors are composed of prefabricated mixed wood and low-carbon concrete slabs of the Hoffmann type, allowing for significant spans while providing optimal thermal and acoustic comfort.