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The 'L'arbrisseau' Neighborhood Centre Brings Communities Together

— November 9, 2011 — Art & Design
The 'L’arbrisseau' Neighborhood Centre is one-of-a-kind, as it brings together a close knit community in the French city of Lille. Designed by Colboc Franzen and Associates, the center takes into account several needs of the community.

The center accommodates a library, an aquarium and most importantly, a tree. The reason a tree was accommodated into the design was because "arbre" is French word for tree. Hence, a 12-meter tree stands high as part of this community center and is the life of the area.

The ground floor is used as a child’s care area, the first floor for kid’s recreation and the second floor incorporates adult areas. The L’arbrisseau Neighborhood Centre certainly binds the local people with amazing architecture.
Trend Themes
1. Community-centered Design - Opportunity for businesses to create spaces that bring together communities and meet their specific needs through thoughtful design.
2. Natural Integration - Opportunity for businesses to incorporate elements of nature into their designs, creating a more harmonious and sustainable environment.
3. Multifunctional Spaces - Opportunity for businesses to create versatile spaces that can be used by people of different ages and serve various purposes within a community.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture and Design - Opportunity for architects and designers to innovate in creating community-centered spaces that enhance the well-being and connectivity of local communities.
2. Education and Childcare - Opportunity for educational institutions and childcare centers to adopt a community-centric approach in their designs, providing environments that stimulate learning and promote community engagement.
3. Urban Development - Opportunity for urban planners and developers to prioritize the integration of nature and multifunctionality in their projects, fostering more sustainable and inclusive communities.
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