Two new thermal rehabilitation swimming pools - complete with a planted roof - are to be built in the spa town of Royat in central France.

Vincent Callebaut Architectures in association with Frederic Magnien Architect have revealed their plans for Green Wave, which focuses on the construction of a 'planted wave' covering the pool hall under its curve.

Situated in the heart of Royat, in the confluence of the Tiretaine and Liaboux rivers, the extension project in the thermal centre of Royat has been designed to create an atmosphere intended to be warm, intimate and relaxing.

At the eastern part the hall, there will be a fountain pool with a zenith cupola offering a view of the sky to swimmers. The bioclimatic planted roof is intended to absorb heat in winter and naturally ventilate the hall in summer.

Since Roman times, Royat's thermal springs have made it a popular destination for thermal 'cures'. Details: www.vincent.callebaut.org or www.thermes-de-royat.com

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