Sustainable design based on bioclimatic analysis – Villa GK in Portugal
Villa GK is located on a hill on the Algarve coast and has a breathtaking view of the ocean. For the one-story building, the architects developed a sustainable design based on bioclimatic analysis and green thinking. The aim was to take advantage of the Portuguese coastal climate and incorporate these features into a sophisticated and contemporary design.
The architects rely on sustainable design and modern living
This flat roof house has a floor area of 163 square meters. It is more compact on the north side and opens up on the south side with generous full glazing. The open living area is thus protected by the two rooms on the north facade, which serve as a thermal barrier. In addition, there is a possibility that one of these rooms could become independent, which increases the flexibility of the floor plan.
After a preliminary analysis, it was also possible to use sunlight and wind to optimize passive air conditioning and natural lighting through large windows. From the living room you have a view of the breathtaking landscape with blue sky and sea.
Well thought-out sun protection solutions are implemented not only to control solar radiation, but also in order not to impair the privacy of the house residents. On one side of the house there is a steel staircase that leads to a roof terrace.
Sustainable construction technology is an important feature with regard to efficiency analyzes and balancing of energy gains and losses. The house was planned using materials with a high degree of energy efficiency, in particular walls made of “Tabicesa” bricks in combination with high-performance insulation (on the outer facade) and triple-glazed windows. The interior plaster is made of clay and ensures good indoor air quality.
Sustainable design calls for the integration of eco-energies
Sustainable design also includes the use of renewable energy sources and the reduction of resource consumption. The house has a geothermal heat pump for heating and cooling and a system for reusing clean water. This connection between the environment and modern architecture creates an undeniably pleasant atmosphere in the villa.
Architects: CORE Architects
Location: Vila do Bispo, Portugal
Main architect: Anabela Macieira
Total area: 330.0 m²
Project year: 2018
Photography: Alexander Bogorodskij