As part of the outdoor landscaping project for the University of Arras, we contributed to enhancing the campus surroundings by designing an urban layout in corten steel that revitalises this relaxation area. The main objective was to create welcoming, shaded seating zones while reducing impervious surfaces to bring freshness and comfort to students and staff.
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OUTDOOR DESIGN AT THE UNIVERSITY OF ARRAS: THE KEY ROLE OF CORTEN STEEL
Design, manufacturing, delivery
CLIENT
Citévert
MATERIALS
ACTIVATED AND STABILISED CORTEN STEEL
UNTREATED EXOTIC WOOD
LOCATION
ARRAS (62), FRANCE
Modular and inviting seating areas
Beyond the corten steel edging, we also manufactured several urban furniture elements to complete the University of Arras’s outdoor layout:
– ORIGAMI benches in activated and stabilised corten steel, with seats made of exotic wood slats
– Bespoke islands with integrated seating areas combining wood and corten steel
– Raw corten steel borders
Exotic wood offers excellent durability and a warm aesthetic, while corten steel reinforces the contemporary character of the space.
Together, these materials blends in perfectly with the surrounding red-brick architecture typical of the region.
Thanks to our design expertise, we delivered a bespoke, robust solution adapted to the northern French climate. These installations create an atmosphere of conviviality, offering students and visitors a pleasant space to relax or work outdoors.
A successful project through close collaboration
We tailored our proposals to meet the functional constraints of the site, while maintaining architectural consistency with existing buildings.
The combination of corten steel and exotic wood blends seamlessly with the local brick façades, resulting in an outdoor space that is both resilient and visually appealing – ready to welcome students, faculty, and visitors in optimal conditions.
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ATECH SAS is proud to contribute to projects that transform urban spaces into functional, harmonious living environments. To explore more of our achievements and find inspiration for your next project, visit our “Inspiration” page.
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