FIXING SYSTEMS FOR FAÇADES The rising decarbonization trend of the housing and building stock responds to a global strategy seeking urban sustainability. This necessity to reduce the demand of energy by any kind of building has translated into the proliferation of new architectural solutions that help to reach nearly zero energy buildings. Step by step, […]
WHAT DEFICIENCIES CAN A POORLY INSULATED FAÇADE HAVE?
WHAT DEFICIENCIES CAN A POORLY INSULATED FAÇADE HAVE? The poor conditions of our façades is becoming one of the main problems of our buildings today. Sometimes, we are not aware of what a poorly insulated façade implies, and there are a wide range of of reasons why this can happen (atmospheric agents, pollution, the construction […]
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE GUIDELINE FOR VENTILATED FAÇADES
Cleaning and maintenance guideline for ceramic ventilated façade END-OF-WORK DEEP CLEANING While the work is being carried out, the façade becomes dirty. It is therefore essential to perform an end-of-work deep cleaning. 1. Once the construction works which can produce dirt and projected residues on the façade are finished, we recommend to clean the façade […]
Bringing ceramc tiles into biophilic design
HOW CAN WE BRING CERAMIC TILES IN BIOPHILIC DESIGN? Biophilic design is an innovative concept that consists of connecting with nature the buildings where we live, work and learn in a direct or indirect way. This way of designing does not seek only aesthetics, but it aims to bring people and nature together in order […]
Developers and architects connected to sustainable buildings
DEVELOPERS AND ARCHITECTS CONNECTED TO SUSTAINABLE BUILDINGS Developers and architects connected to sustainable buildings Lately there is an increase in demand for green, sustainable and healthy products. A trend that has get into the building sector too. In addition to usual criteria when searching for a home such as location, price, space, distribution, services, fixed […]
CERAMICS, THE PERFECT PARTNER FOR EXTERIOR ARCHITECTURE
CERAMICS, THE PERFECT PARTNER FOR EXTERIOR ARCHITECTURE Throughout history, it has been proved that ceramic is a versatile material like few others. Together with the wide range of uses and applications ceramic has become one of the preferred materials for architects and interior designers either for private or public projects. For several years […]
Asepsis in architecture, biocide surfaces and post covid
Asepsis in architecture, biocide surfaces and post covid The anti-pathogenic attributes of surfaces or materials already captured the attention of some architectural and engineering projects long time ago. However, under the current circumstances caused by a global pandemic that has brought to light the weaknesses of our lifestyle, which affect us at all levels (social, […]