Maple syrup production is a practice that is strongly influenced by the seasons. As a result, the needs of a sugar bush are constantly changing. This project therefore seeks to adapt over time, accommodating agricultural equipment, maple syrup barrels, firewood storage, seasonal worker housing, workspaces, and a mechanical workshop as required throughout the year.

  Located in a sugar bush in Lac-Brome in Estrie, the proposed pavilion supports the main building dedicated to the production and consumption of maple syrup by housing a variety of complementary functions.

  An orthogonal structural grid and a series of movable partitions were developed to allow users to appropriate and reconfigure the space according to their evolving needs.

  To demonstrate the flexibility of the proposed building, a series of twelve plans was produced. Each plan represents the building adapted to the specific requirements of maple syrup production at a particular time of the year. The twelve scenarios were developed to ensure that the transitions between them remain plausible and realistic.

  For example, the month of March corresponds to the peak sap-flow season, a particularly intense period during which additional workers must be accommodated. July is a much quieter time, when occupants can enjoy outdoor activities and allow the building to remain open and ventilated. September is dedicated to preparing for winter and storing firewood, while November marks the arrival of the first workers who begin tapping the maple trees.

  A short film created from a stop-motion animation of the physical model further illustrates the project's adaptability.

  This project was presented at the CASA-ACÉA 2025 Student Showcase and was selected as a finalist in the 1st/2nd Year category.