Educational project for the new-build IES Muskiz

The IES Muskiz project starts from a clear idea: to create an efficient and flexible building capable of adapting to new learning methods. Its architecture is organized into two longitudinal volumes connected by a central communal space dominated by a large open staircase. This layout encourages interaction and movement, while also maximizing natural light and cross ventilation. Covering a total area of 4,191 m², the building combines natural materials with cutting-edge technology. The CLT timber structure reduces the carbon footprint and provides high thermal and acoustic comfort.

The exterior envelope is clad with a Faveker GA16 ventilated façade, but in this case, the system has been taken a step further. In collaboration with the technical team at BAT Architecture, Faveker developed a custom extruded ceramic panel tailored to the project’s design language, transforming the façade into a vibrant and tactile surface.

The new GA16 MUSKIZ panel retains the technical properties of the system—lightweight, durable, tongue-and-groove protection for the air cavity, and concealed mechanical fixing (FTS 502B)—while introducing an undulating form that enhances its architectural character. The neutral and luminous ceramic tone amplifies natural light, contributes to comfort, and reinforces the sense of serenity and balance that defines the project. Beyond its visual impact, the façade functions as a climatic skin: it regulates temperature, protects the cavity from moisture, and improves the building’s energy performance, contributing to compliance with the stringent Passivhaus standards.