Minergie
SUSTAINABLE ARCHITECTURE
Architecture becomes really good when it combines design and sustainability, serves the health and well-being of people and guarantees the future of our planet.
Link: Simple program to check the personal footprint
Link: A GREEN VITRUVIUS PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICE OF SUSTAINABLE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
Our creed is that the longer a construction lasts, the less environmental impact it causes. Sometimes we give priority to a less ecological solution, if it promises to extend life of the building.
Link: Test programmes and quality labels construction market
We are continually learning to follow the wisdom of nature, and we think about what happens to materials after the end of their life cycle.
We have made a building certified with Minergie and two buildings certified with the Passivhaus standard. We consider ourselves compliant with the nearly zero energy building requirements NZEB, and we can’t help but apply this wisdom to all of our projects.
We are interested in a deeper understanding of health-promoting architecture and know the most relevant criteria. For special requirements, we colaborate with specific specialists.
Link: Instituto Español de Baubiologie IEB
Link: Institut für Baubiologie + Nachhaltigkeit IBN, Deutschland
Link: Toxic and Dangerous Substances Database by spanish government
Link: Publication by official college of physicians about environment and health (Nr 30)
With experience, we have observed that the best solutions are achieved with passive measures, and we try to keep the installation part to the minimum necessary.
Link: Podcasts about simplicity in construction (only german)
Minergie Associate Specialist, 1 Minergie and 2 Passivhaus certified buildings in portfolio: Can Titella Barcelona, Can Mati Viladecans, Casa-P in Girona
Link: Official Minergie page Switzerland