Sustainability Report
Custom Certificates
Embodied carbon
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Wood-based construction: Structural and façade timber reduces the embodied carbon compared to conventional concrete and steel systems.
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Wood fiber insulation: Bio-based insulation supports thermal and hygrometric comfort while lowering carbon footprint.
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Material choices: Facades integrate timber and textured concrete in a lightweight, low-carbon approach.
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Carbon impact of materials: Timber-framed walls and extensive wood cladding contribute significantly to the reduction of embodied carbon.
Operational Emissions / Energy
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Bioclimatic design: Inverted L-shaped layout and landscaped courtyard facilitate passive heating/cooling and daylighting.
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Energy efficiency: Exceeds RE2020 Bbio standard by 10%, ensuring low operational energy demand.
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Renewable energy: 214 m² photovoltaic panels supply clean electricity.
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Rainwater harvesting: Reduces reliance on municipal water systems, lowering indirect operational energy use.
Service and maintenance emissions
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Durable, low-maintenance materials: Timber and concrete façades are chosen for longevity, reducing emissions associated with replacement and repair.
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System efficiency: Low-maintenance mechanical and electrical systems support reduced energy consumption over the building’s lifecycle.
Afterlife
The project was constructed on a new site, meaning that no existing materials could be reused. It features flexible spatial planning, as the housing units and communal areas are designed to allow for potential repurposing for future programs. Additionally, the use of timber-framed construction and modular facades enables disassemblable elements, making deconstruction easier and promoting potential recycling at the end of the building's life. This approach supports principles of circularity.
Key products in low carbon design
