🌿🏛️ Rigaud City Hall: Small Town, Big Democracy Vibes! 🗳️🏞️

Nestled 50km west of Montreal, Rigaud sits between the Rigaud and Ottawa Rivers—a tiny gem known for nature and history dating back to New France. 🍁🏞️ 🖼️✨As part of a revitalization plan, Affleck de la Riva Architects designed a new city hall to "redefine public life." Connected via a walkway to existing facilities, it bridges the village core to the riverbank. 🌉👣 Despite its size, this hall screams democracy. 🌉🗣️Accessible paths invite dialogue, showcasing civic pride. Its temple-like form nods to democracy's roots. 🏛️🤝 White walls and columns symbolize integrity, honesty, and free expression—cornerstones of a healthy society. 🗳️🏞️ The minimalist look blends with Ottawa Valley landscapes. 🖼️✨ 🍁🍁The council chamber hovers above the square, glass walls emphasizing transparency. Below, a sheltered space invites gatherings. ☀️🗣️ White aluminum columns frame the east and north facades, revealing brick walls stamped with Rigaud's logo—a pop of color and purpose. 🔖🏛️ Pass through the colonnade to a skylit lobby connecting floors and corridors. This "stoa" (think Nordic-style) links landscape and people, fostering dialogue. 🌉🗣️ 🍁🏞️#ExploreMontreal #SmallTownGems #CityHallGoals