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What's "Nouvel"

in
LE HAVRE?

PORT OF CALL AT BAINS DES DOCKS
BAINS DES DOCKS In 2008, the Ateliers Jean Nouvel won the
LE HAVRE (FRANCE) contract for the renewal of the port of Le
ATELIERS JEAN NOUVEL
Havre, along with the creation of an innovative
swimming pool complex. A project to match
the size of the site: 8,600m 2 of usable space,
sheltered behind a dark façade which masks the
purity and originality of the interior.

Three main spaces are spread around a
central lobby: a heated outdoor Olympic-sized
swimming pool measuring 50 by 21 meters; an
indoor-outdoor leisure pool; and a spa center.
A combination of modern and natural, the
architecture is inspired by natural rock pools
24 and plays on a raw geometry, with alternating 25
massive blocks and random openings. Overhead
light enters through numerous wells, creating a
soft mood, perfect for relaxation.

The SPORTING 2 shower panel saves 80%
in water and energy. What's less is more
with DELABIE: it also provides comfort and
versatility, and is easy to maintain.

DELABIE products installed:
SPORTING 2 time flow shower panel (Ref. 714700),
TEMPOMATIC 4 wall-mounted electronic tap (Ref. 443406),
TEMPOSOFT 2 wall-mounted basin tap (Ref. 741550)
and several accessory ranges

Photo credit: © Ateliers Jean Nouvel - Photography: Philippe Ruault