VELUX Commercial

Les Bains des Docks Aquatic Centre is an emblematic building in Le Havre. It is the brainchild of architect Jean Nouvel and was built between 2004-2008. Its clear and calming design is embedded in its geometry featuring inset rectangular boxes that provide a special character inside and outside. The architecture is largely colour neutral, where the water and the bodies within it provide much of the organic character. The exception is a bright and vivid playroom for children on the side of the indoor section of the facility.
Large skylights and façade windows bring in natural light throughout.
The renovation of the complex lasted just over a year and included new features, improvement of certain equipment, replacement of glass roofs and tiles, painting, modernisation of the lockers and enhancement of the air treatment within the balneotherapy areas. The biggest challenge of swimming pool environments is coping with the excessive humidity.
An ideal solution preventing corrosion
Modular Skylights from VELUX Commercial meet the high demands of swimming pool areas. It is a tested solution with proven quality and functionality, for installation in such environments. The composite material under the exposed lacquer of Modular Skylights is non-corrosive, thus the material does not need additional protective coating, which also makes the installation process easier. Furthermore, we specially designed a vapour barrier connection strip, vapour barrier adhesive and inner ridge cover to effectively prevent condensation.