The project stands out for its construction system, based on load-bearing light-frame wall elements braced with nailed wood-based panel diaphragms, prefabricated off-site and assembled on site using mechanical joints.
The floor structures, made of solid slabs with horizontal laminated timber beams, allowed structural thicknesses to be kept to a minimum. The building is also distinguished by its architectural design, particularly the full-height central atrium, which showcases the structural and construction potential of laminated timber.
Finally, the roof covering is both a functional and conceptual element of the building. It is made of nailed slate shingles, essential for protecting the structure against uplift caused by strong alpine winds, as well as against the harsh effects of snow and ice during the winter season.
