A new creative campus, named "Campus créatif 5," is set to open in Rennes by the fall of 2027. Located in the EuroRennes development zone, the campus will host students from the École supérieure des métiers artistiques (ESMA). The project is led by the architecture firm Agence Philippe Dubus, which previously built the Campus créatif in the Baud-Chardonnet district in 2019 for the same developer, Icônes. The estimated budget is €33 million, entirely financed by Icônes, a private art education group based in Montpellier.
This development underscores the growing investment in private art education infrastructure in France, particularly in regional hubs like Rennes. By creating a dedicated space for artistic training, the campus aims to support the next generation of creative professionals and reinforce the city's cultural and educational landscape. The project also highlights the role of private funding in expanding access to specialized arts education outside of Paris.