Copet Secondary School, CH-Vevey
On the northern outskirts of Vevey, along the banks of the Veveyse River, a series of sports fields arranged one after another is being completed with the construction of a new school. The new building increases the density of the Gilamont neighborhood and separates the “Temple de Gilamont” church, located to the north, from the sports fields to the south.
The school occupies the lot, which runs parallel to the Veveys River, with a floor-to-ceiling base on which two volumes of different sizes rest. The base divides the lot lengthwise, thus creating a front and a back.
The front of the building faces the public plaza in front of the school and its address. The rear extends along the Veveyse as a protected green space that is inextricably linked to the walking path along the riverbank.
The school grounds blend into the surrounding area through its various outdoor spaces. All outdoor areas are open to the public. Outdoor staircases in various locations provide a variety of connections between the different levels and outdoor spaces.
