Lac-Megantic Microgrid pavillion

Last summer, Lac-Mégantic launched Hydro Québec’s first electric microgrid as part of the city’s reconstruction efforts. This project was honored with the Grand Laureate Prize in the architecture category at the Grands Prix du Design Int.design and received two platinum certifications in the architecture-ceiling and urban building categories.

The timber structure now serve as a focal point in Lac-Mégantic and provide an explanation of the microgrid pilot project. The roof is adorned with Stace Électrique solar panels.

Location

QC, Canada

Contractor

Équipe A

Engineer

CIMA+, Art Massif

Installation

Transelec Common Inc, Duchesne Lac-Mégantic

Photo credit

Art Massif, Structure AM and 1Px

Lac-Megantic Microgrid pavillion

Last summer, Lac-Mégantic launched Hydro Québec’s first electric microgrid as part of the city’s reconstruction efforts. This project was honored with the Grand Laureate Prize in the architecture category at the Grands Prix du Design Int.design and received two platinum certifications in the architecture-ceiling and urban building categories.

The timber structure now serve as a focal point in Lac-Mégantic and provide an explanation of the microgrid pilot project. The roof is adorned with Stace Électrique solar panels.

Location

Contractor

Équipe A

Engineer

CIMA+, Art Massif

Installation

Transelec Common Inc, Duchesne Lac-Mégantic

Photo credit

Art Massif, Structure AM and 1Px

Product Feature

Beams and Columns

Our beams and columns are architectural-grade glued-laminated timber elements crafted from premium Black Spruce SPF for strength, stability, and refined aesthetics. In this project, they form the primary structural framework while contributing to the warm, natural interior character.

Product Feature

Curved beams

Our curved beams are made from high-grade timber, offering the same strength and stability as straight beams with added architectural flexibility. In this project, they create elegant, flowing lines that enhance the overall design while supporting the structure.

Product Feature

Mass timber decking

Our mass timber decking is engineered from Black Spruce SPF to Douglas fir, to deliver both structural performance and a finished surface in one solution. In this project, it serves as the main roof deck, adding natural warmth while meeting fire and residential building standards.

Product Feature

Invisible connection system

Our invisible connection system conceals connectors within the timber, producing clean, uninterrupted surfaces while ensuring strength and durability. In this project, it allows for seamless wood-to-wood connections, enhancing both aesthetics and performance.

Product Feature

3D Curved beam

Our curved beams are made from high-grade timber, offering the same strength and stability as straight beams with added architectural flexibility. In this project, they create elegant, flowing lines that enhance the overall design while supporting the structure.

Product Feature

Round columns

Our round columns offer a great structural performance with added freedom for creative expression. In this project, the round columns echo the form of surrounding trees, helping the building blend naturally into its environment.

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Creative form profiles

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Product Feature

Prestige composite glulam

Our Prestige composite glulam combines a spruce core for strength with fine wood veneers for a distinctive architectural finish. In this project, it was used for prominent exposed beams, adding visual richness and highlighting the unique grain of the selected veneer species.

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