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The Resonance music and dance conservatory, located in the Andromède district of Blagnac, covers 3,411 m² and is positioned at the southern edge of a large park, facing the local high school. Designed by PPA Architectures, the project creates an open, welcoming facility that reorganizes the surrounding neighborhood. The design features a large traversing hall, wrapped in GEODE aluminum curtain walls, with 3-meter-high glass facades ensuring fluid continuity with the public space.

The conservatory is metaphorically compared to both a cello and a synthesizer, combining precision with adaptability. The layout allows for independence between the music and dance departments, while providing opportunities for collaboration in the shared, double-height central space. The auditorium features a retractable seating area and a movable rear stage wall, enabling various performance configurations. A wide staircase connects the main floor to the upper levels, further enhancing the building’s flexibility for different types of events.

Acoustic performance is critical, both internally—between rooms—and externally, to protect the tranquility of the neighborhood. Aluminium products, including SOLEAL tilt-and-turn and French windows, SOLEAL doors, and GEODE curtain walls, integrate high-performance acoustic glazing to reduce noise. In the percussion and orchestra rooms, double SOLEAL frames were installed to further reduce sound transmission and ensure optimal comfort for all users.

Natural light fills the spaces through large, fixed aluminum windows, paired with a metal mesh screen that ensures privacy for students while maintaining views of the park. This screen also filters sunlight, enhancing the building’s energy efficiency and creating a comfortable indoor climate. The black aluminum frames contrast with the white mesh and raw concrete exterior, while blending into the wood-and-black interior design, creating a modern and cohesive aesthetic.

The Resonance music and dance conservatory combines modern architectural principles with functionality, offering an adaptable, inspiring space for artistic education. Its design supports both individual learning and collaborative performance, making it a vital cultural hub for the city of Blagnac.