COMMON BANQUET

Faced with the invasion of Phragmites australis, which threatens Quebec’s biodiversity, this project transforms the plant into durable furniture.

Harvested along roadsides, crushed, and blended with gypsum cement or resin, the reed becomes a robust biomaterial. The table, expandable via a rail system, can be infinitely adapted by adding new segments.

By redirecting this ecological waste into a local circular economy, the project reduces resource extraction and raises awareness through action: each piece embodies the reclamation of ecosystems, one stem at a time.

Mission

Our project aims to eradicate the common reed by harvesting it massively to create a constructive resource for furniture shaped by excess. The Common Banquet transforms the reed into a complicit material: a final feast with the invader, where furniture becomes a tool for repair, and each table set brings us closer to its eradication.

Created over the span of 12 weeks

Awards & Recognition

  • Archi- Prize | [2025]
    Awarded for clarity of concept, simplicity, and quality of execution.

  • ADIQ Prize | [2025]
    Membership to the Quebec Association of Industrial Designers

DES663A I Spring 2025

Part of the Object Design and Systems Design workshop under the direction of Guillaume Sasseville

YIELD.

Yield. is a chair from the 6000 series, a project that redefines the potential of industrial aluminum extrusions. Designed using extrusions from the 6000 series, each piece is carefully selected for its intrinsic qualities and potential.

Process
Aluminum recovered from Montreal's industrial environments is transformed using bending techniques on a 30-ton press with a solid maplewood mould. This bending process creates integrated joints that hold each component in place, without the need for hardware or mechanical assembly.

Concept
Inspired by the concept of the "yield point," the point at which a material transitions from elastic flexibility to permanent deformation, the proposed joint embodies this notion of plasticity. Yield. doesn't just challenge traditional manufacturing methods; it proposes a creative, modular approach to material reuse, where each intervention highlights the authenticity of the material and its potential for transformation into a minimalist yet functional form.

Created over the span of 7 weeks

Awards & Recognition

  • ICFF LaunchPad | [2025]

DES5640 l Fall 2024

Part of the Object Design and Systems Design workshop under the direction of Guillaume Sasseville

Project realized in collaboration with Sara Barry

Vaudreuil-Soulanges Hospital

I had the privilege of contributing to the HVS Project over the course of two years. This large-scale project involved significant planning and collaboration across multiple disciplines. Key project highlights include:

- Investment: $2.6 billion

- Planned Capacity: 404 beds

- Emergency Department: 41 stretchers

- Operating Block: 11 operating rooms

- Staffing: 3,500 employees, 250 doctors, and 250 volunteers

During my time on the project, I contributed to the refinement of floor plans for architectural designs, ensuring that layouts were both functional and visually appealing. I facilitated coordination between engineers and architects, ensuring seamless integration of design concepts and technical requirements. Additionally, I assisted in the selection of interior finishes, helping shape the overall design vision and material choices.

MSDL l Spring 2023 - Fall 2024

“Ker Plunk!”

Inspired by the classic tension-and-suspense game of Ker Plunk, this eco-conscious packaging design reimagines structural ingenuity for two wine glasses. Developed over three weeks, the solution uses only two interlocking sheets of precision-cut cardboard and bent rectangular sticks to create a secure, glue-free assembly. The design’s playful yet functional approach mirrors the game’s iconic lattice of sticks, offering a visually engaging and sustainable alternative to traditional packaging.

Over three weeks, rapid prototyping and iterative drop-testing refined the lattice density, curvature of the bent sticks, and handle ergonomics. The final prototype balances minimalist aesthetics with engineered resilience, proving that sustainable materials can outperform conventional packaging.

Created over the span of 3 weeks


DES2630 I Spring 2023

Part of the 1:1 workshop under the direction of Steve Vézeau

Summer internship

Supported institutional building renovations, aiding in technical design development and integration of specialized machinery/systems. Co-led site assessments to identify structural and logistical challenges, proposing solutions to align functionality with design goals. Strengthened skills in technical drafting, code compliance, and collaborative problem-solving, ensuring efficient project execution.

LLA l Spring 2022 - Fall 2022

221-C65-VM l Spring 2022

Synthesis Project

we had the opportunity to design and develop a building of our choice. This steel-structured building includes two separate units, each with its own individual access.

Project realized in collaboration with Laurianne Fontaine