A world where design and sustainability live side-by-side in a building project with respect for the environment and for those living in it is not only possible, but nowadays is a reality and one of the most sought-after prerequisites by architects and end customers.The careful selection of materials is a key moment in the planning […]
All the choices we make have an effect on the well-being of the entire planet. So, how do you choose an eco-friendly design for your materials and for the performance that it offers, while also considering technology, energy and looks? All this is possible with eco-friendly porcelain stoneware! Eco-sustainable architecture and design refer to the […]
The façade is one of the most important elements on a building, not just for its internal aspect, but also because its quality and installation determine the well-being of its visitors. Over the years, its thickness has been considerably reduced and its cladding has been improved to the point that techniques have been achieved that […]
When deciding between the two main kinds of internal and external insulation for a building, i.e. a ventilated façade or cladding, it is essential to be aware of the advantages and disadvantages of both. One of the questions most frequently asked by people thinking of renewing the façade of a property is: which is better, […]
The matter of heat insulation in buildings is relatively new. If you are interested in the historical data, you should know that, as early as 1974, the so called battle against waste was launched in some European countries. In Italy, the first energy related legislation was introduced with Law 373/1976 that established the maximum levels […]
Having to deal with poorly insulated houses is not at all unusual, especially if we are talking about buildings that date back a number of years. Over the course of your professional life, you will undoubtedly have heard lines uttered like: “Living in our house is becoming unbearable: it’s freezing in winter and we spend […]
Façades play a fundamental part of building structures because they define the internal and external environment, influencing the architecture of their outside surroundings and determining the heat-acoustic comfort of the interiors. A wide range of materials can be used for ventilated façade cladding – porcelain stoneware, marble, granite and natural stone, terracotta etc. – combined […]
As you know, the comfort of a building depends on both structural and systems aspects: acoustic comfort falls under the former category, and is not a factor to be ignored. The acoustic conditions of an environment, meaning whether or not there are sounds and/or noises that can disturb or harm occupants during their stay, can […]
Been commissioned to design a conference hall and trying to decide how to heat and cool the interiors? Raised floors with a radiating heating system could be the perfect solution for your project. Imola Tecnica produces and installs raised floors with radiating systems employing modular panels installed below the surface of the floor, forming a […]
