Projects / Charlesbourg Water Treatment Plant
Built within a natural setting
The mandate included the design of two 3,000 m² facilities, in Charlesbourg and Beauport, housing treatment basins, storage areas, and a control centre.
Designed for efficiency and longevity
Driven by the City of Québec’s commitment to sustainability and operational efficiency, the facilities were designed with durable systems and materials that minimize maintenance costs. The humid and corrosive environment shaped the design of the building envelope and the choice of finishes—paint, flooring, and steel elements—to ensure resilience and lasting performance.
Corten steel: material and landscape in dialogue
From the outside, the plant’s Corten steel cladding gives it a distinctive presence that blends seamlessly with its natural surroundings. The material’s self-protective patina resists corrosion while evoking the relationship between water and metal. Its warm, evolving tones lend the building a strong yet sensitive identity, firmly rooted in its environment.