Designing passive and energy-efficient houses requires taking into account several important issues that will help create a building that is not only functional, but also comfortable for its users. Here are five things to keep in mind when starting to design such a house.
1 - How to reduce thermal bridges?
Thermal bridges are places in the building structure through which heat "escapes". In passive houses, their elimination is absolutely crucial, since even small thermal leaks affect the energy efficiency of the entire building. Take care to select materials and technologies that effectively avoid these losses.
2 Building airtightness - why does it matter?
The tightness of a passive house is the basis of its thermal efficiency. With a high degree of airtightness, heat is retained inside, which means that the house requires minimal heating. Precise sealing of windows, doors, as well as foundations is crucial to ensure thermal comfort and energy efficiency.
3 The role of the sun in the project - sunlight planning
The proper location of a house in relation to the world's sides can have a huge impact on the energy efficiency of a building. When planning the layout and placement of glazing, it is worth taking into account the natural insolation - in winter it will allow the rooms to warm up, and in summer, thanks to the shadows and appropriate glazing, it will prevent overheating of interiors.
4. selection of highly insulating materials
Good thermal insulation is the basis of energy-efficient and passive houses. By choosing materials with high heat capacity, designers can significantly reduce heat loss. As a result, the building maintains a stable temperature with minimal energy input.
5 Does the need for energy-efficient and passive design force concessions in designs? Absolutely not!
On the contrary! Thanks to IZODOM technology, the design of passive and energy-efficient houses is not only simple, but gives architects full freedom to create unique designs. The IZODOM system, based on modular components, allows you to freely create different masses and complex shapes, while maintaining the highest insulation standards. For designers it means comfort in work, and for investors - the certainty of high quality and energy savings.
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