Cutting edge resources & infrastructure

The building itself was once the stables of the Château du Vivier. It has been entirely renovated with an emphasis on eco-friendly architecture that preserves energy and natural resources to contribute to the fight against global warming.

• Water: all systems are designed to save water, including flow limiters and recovery of rainwater to water vegetation.
• Energy: thermal insulation, renewable energy solutions like heat pumps and solar panels, low-consumption fluorescent lighting.

The Research Center spans 800 square meters, providing a remarkable environment for work by graduate students and resident researchers, as well as companies in the agrifoods, hotel, restaurant and institutional catering sectors. Flexible workspace is designed for a variety of activities: offices, meeting rooms, work areas, library and a laboratory. Classrooms and conference rooms (30 and 55 sq. meters) can accommodate from 12 to 40 people and are equipped with videoprojectors and audioconference systems. The Research Center also has a 100-square-meter work area used for brainstorming sessions, debriefings, exhibitions, breaks, etc. The library on the second floor is equipped with a database, specialized works and scientific reviews.

The experimental platform figures at the heart of the facility, equipped with a modular restaurant and kitchen and a laboratory.

The different facilities at the Research Center can be reserved by companies as part of a dedicated business services offer.