AETERNAM
PROJECT DESCRIPTION : Selection and development of a public building program. Unlock the narrative and structural potential of the Hôtel de Ragueneau through a contemporary intervention that weaves a sensitive dialogue between the classical heritage of the 17th century and the functional and inclusive requirements of a modern public building.
ROLE AND CONTRIBUTION : Research focusing on ancient thermal baths and wellness spaces, comparative research, space design, and exploration of architectural techniques. Modeling in SketchUp and Archicad, drawings in AutoCAD and Archicad, and renderings done on Twinmotion.
DATE : July 2026 – 3rd year of bachelor’s degree – final jury for diploma
Aeternam is a modern reinterpretation of ancient thermal baths located in the heart of the Hotel de Ragueneau in Bordeaux. Its architecture is divided into two parts-two buildings.
The first building is dedicated to pre-spa rituals. This transitional space allows visitors to prepare themselves for the calm and stillness of the spa, within a simple, raw aesthetic.
The entrance remains impressive, with a large terracotta wall marking the threshold between the transitional and immersive spaces. The reception area is designed to be simple and uncluttered, free of distractions.
On floors R1 and R2, there are changing rooms, lockers, and showers to help users prepare for their baths.
The large terracotta wall rises all the way to the roof, serving as a visual guide for visitors to understand where the boundaries of the spaces are.
As mentioned earlier, the second building houses the thermal baths. The entire immersive and sensory experience takes place here.
TEPIDARIUM day
TEPIDARIUM night
The courtyard, which opens onto the street, has been designed to be an intimate space hidden from passersby, allowing visitors to feel safe and enjoy their experience.
On Level 1, a perimeter platform has been installed around the building to create a space for strolling and contemplation. This echoes the design principles of ancient thermal baths, which served as spaces for living and socializing.
HAMMAM TEPIDARIUM night
HAMMAM TEPIDARIUM day
