Aerial architectural visualisation of Double Deck © Atchain / Dominique Perrault Architecte, ADAGP, 2023
The Double Deck project includes the transformation of the Esplanade and the renovation of the Coupole. Located at the heart of the campus, this project will be a central element in the future of education at EPFL. It will also bring about some changes for campus users during the four years of construction, from 2025 to 2029.
This page provides practical information and will be regularly updated during the construction period.
Next steps
| April 2025 | Relocation of the AGEPoly office |
| April 3, 2025 | Double Deck information session for the EPFL community |
| April 30, 2025 | Permanent closure of the Esplanade car park |
| May 19, 2025 | Start of preparatory construction work |
| July 7, 2025 | After the exam period, start of excavation and demolition |
| 2025 – 2027 | Construction of Double Deck |
| 2027 – 2029 | Renovation of the Coupole |
Project-Related Developments
Car Park Closures
The Esplanade car park will be permanently closed to the public starting from April 30, 2025. The construction site perimeter (orange zone on the plans) will be inaccessible from July 7, 2025.
Mobility
Cycling services (bike racks, EPFL Cargobikes, pumps and charging stations) will remain available outside this perimeter. Information about mobility services and infrastructure on campus is available on the Commuting Mobility pages.
For questions about bike infrastructure and electric charging stations, please contact mobilite@epfl.ch
Rubbish Disposal Relocation
A temporary rubbish disposal area will be set up between April 22 and May 19, 2025 (Jean Tschumi Street). During this period, every effort will be made to maintain services. Please plan accordingly.
Specific information will be available on the waste management page. For questions, contact dechets@epfl.ch.
Restaurants
The Coupole-Esplanade restaurant will close on December 31, 2025, and will reopen after the Coupole renovations.
The food trucks will be relocated to the Place Cosandey during the construction work.
Pictures of the project
Ask Your Questions
You can send your questions, comments to doubledeck-info@epfl.ch