The mission of Tinos Ecolodge is to achieve the self-sustaining status. From the initial design and research of the different environmental technologies the team went to the implementation through a fairly…
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Tinos Ecolodge is far away from centralised networks for power, water, waste and waste water. These circumstances combined with the owners’ philosophy for a better, ecological, economical and sustainable solution, has…
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Ventilated facades protect the building envelope from direct solar radiation and the elements of nature while improving its thermal performance, robustness and appearance. The ventilated facade, being on the outside of…
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Exterior wall cladding has evolved quite a bit over the past decade. Nowadays, you can opt for one of several types of cladding materials available, each of which serve different purposes…
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Until recently, most of the houses were so leaky that enough cold dry air seeped in to meet the needs of the occupants and ensured moisture free home. This is about…
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External Wall Insulation (EWI), which is also referred to as ETICS (External Thermal Insulation Composite Systems) are suitable for both new and old houses, and help significantly save money as well…
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If you are selecting windows for new construction or replacing existing windows, it’s important to choose the most efficient windows you can afford that work best in your climate. Energy efficient…