SWIMMING POOLS & LEISURE
At the heart of the complex , a wooden tiered staircase offering a direct view of the pools becomes a place for meeting and socializing . On the second level , there is a multifunctional room , four classrooms , bleachers , and the upper foyer . Continuing from the reception hall , and enjoying the view of the pools , this foyer provides another space for relaxation , meetings , and study , as well as access to the 250-seat bleachers in the pool area , and the 100-seat bleachers in the gymnasium section .
Throughout the complex , the immense bay windows and skylights maximize the influx of natural light . In the gymnasium , skylights nearly 20 meters long allow zenithal light to penetrate . To control brightness , the fenestration is clear and unobstructed on the north facade , while it is filtered by a second skin of perforated aluminum on the south facade .
In the gymnasium , large openings generously allow natural light to enter from the north , while it is diffused by the perforations in the aluminum cladding on the south . The aquatic area , comprising a 10-lane , 25-meter sports pool with 1 and 3-meter diving boards , features an access ramp designed for people with reduced mobility , and a recreational pool with a beach entry and water games . The space is abundantly glazed , bathing it in natural light . On the south side , a curtain wall runs along the forecourt , and a canopy mitigates the direct sunlight into the pools .
Comfort , warmth , and energy efficiency Particular attention has been paid to the acoustic ambiance of these large glass spaces to maintain reverberation times below 1.5 seconds . Serving as both interior finish and envelope support , perforated acoustic panels filled with insulating wool to minimize echo have been installed on the walls of the pool and gymnasium . Fabric-covered acoustic panels cover the hard surfaces in the upper parts of the gymnasium , while cement-
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