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The load bearing structure is made of steel reinforced concrete with super insulation. This complies with the highest levels of aseismic design and Greek building code. Is suitable for all the areas of Greece.
The dwellings are positioned with north to south orientation to take advantages of Greece weather conditions.
Solar heating panels are installed on the top for heating, and domestic hot water, purposes.
External sliding panels forms a second skin to allow summer shading and promote cross ventilation strategies for natural cooling. Blinds are made of recycled wood with extreme durability in exterior use.
Geothermal strategies are incorporated for heating and cooling purposes as well.
The dwellings are positioned with north to south orientation to take advantages of Greece weather conditions.
Solar heating panels are installed on the top for heating, and domestic hot water, purposes.
External sliding panels forms a second skin to allow summer shading and promote cross ventilation strategies for natural cooling. Blinds are made of recycled wood with extreme durability in exterior use.
Geothermal strategies are incorporated for heating and cooling purposes as well.
The semi hypaethral verandas , with deep overhanging terraces 4.5 meters width are placed facing south. An ideal multifunctional space is generated. A space that hostess various activities during seasonal changes.
Therefore an external cooking bench is positioned so that family can cook and dine to the outside.
The deep overhangs provides adequate protection from incident and reflective solar radiation during summer period. During the winter period the low angle of sun beams allows the direct sunlight to penetrate deep into the interior supplying the living room with all the beneficiary thermal energy needed.
Therefore an external cooking bench is positioned so that family can cook and dine to the outside.
The deep overhangs provides adequate protection from incident and reflective solar radiation during summer period. During the winter period the low angle of sun beams allows the direct sunlight to penetrate deep into the interior supplying the living room with all the beneficiary thermal energy needed.
Living room and kitchen area are placed facing south where the large glazing area is positioned. Window mullions are of high thermal insulation profiles with triple glazing.
Interior view of the living room with fire place. Dwelling type Γ130.
Wall Furniture in polished Corian, designed by Phaethon Psichis.
Wall Furniture in polished Corian, designed by Phaethon Psichis.
Interior view of the kitchen. ECO HOME Γ150.
Floor with polished concrete screed in beige color, and custom lighting designed by Phaethon Psichis.
Kitchen countertop with CORIAN.
Floor with polished concrete screed in beige color, and custom lighting designed by Phaethon Psichis.
Kitchen countertop with CORIAN.
View of the exterior veranda. Deck with recycled wood-celulose material with extreme durability in harsh weather conditions. Curtain from recycled fabric for sun protection.
Roof openings to let the hot summer air escape and to promote cross ventilation in semi close space. Part of the alternative passive cooling strategy.
Roof openings to let the hot summer air escape and to promote cross ventilation in semi close space. Part of the alternative passive cooling strategy.
View of the interior courtyard.
Courtyards are arranged according to site orientation and local microclimatic considerations. They form the continuation of the inner space to the building site. An outdoor private space to accommodate daily activities. Landscape is formed as an interwoven texture of recycled wood, local vegetation and exposed concrete pergolas.
Play, reading, dining and socializing can take place under the sun.
Courtyards are arranged according to site orientation and local microclimatic considerations. They form the continuation of the inner space to the building site. An outdoor private space to accommodate daily activities. Landscape is formed as an interwoven texture of recycled wood, local vegetation and exposed concrete pergolas.
Play, reading, dining and socializing can take place under the sun.
Perspective view of north courtyard at dwelling Γ130.
External shower facility from treated black concrete. By Phaethon Psichis
External shower facility from treated black concrete. By Phaethon Psichis
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