The ecological house: design and build your eco-sustainable house
In recent years a delicate sensitivity has developed regarding the issues of eco- sustainability and respect for the environment . Also with regard to homes, paying attention to the environment is of fundamental importance. Designing and building an eco-sustainable house means giving a hand in helping the planet, at the same time improving the quality of one’s life. In this type of project, the focus is on natural materials , better energy efficiency , the reduction of energy consumption and the use of renewable energy andsmart technologies . All this allows to reach very high levels of living comfort, constantly respecting our beloved planet. In this article we will show you all the characteristics of an ecological house, also addressing the design and construction dynamics:
- Your ecological home: for less pollution
- How to build an ecological house
- Photovoltaic panels
- Air curtains on doors and windows
- Thermal insulation: reduce energy waste
- The heat pump
- Mechanical ventilation
- Underfloor heating
- Home composting plant
- Ecological materials
- Home automation
- Ecological house price: a long-term savings
- Ecobonus 110
Your ecological home: for less pollution
By now, the concept of eco -sustainability is embraced by more and more architects, interior designers and engineers, who decide to work in full respect of the environment during the design and construction processes of new living contexts. But what is meant by the term “ ecological house ”
It is a house built with carefully selected materials, with low environmental impact , therefore non-polluting and which lead to a minimum energy expenditure. The ecological houses are built with high efficiency energy systems and systems, suitable for exploiting the various renewable resources: wind, sun, biomass and geothermal energy. Respect for the environment and sustainable development go hand in hand, since both have ecological, environmental and social improvement as their goal. In green building , respect for the environment implies the use of materials such as wood, clay, mineral wools, etc. As far as wood is concerned, we are talking about woods for timber use, within which a targeted cutting criterion is applied, according to forest management regulations. How to build an ecological house
You have decided to build a modern ecological house
We recommend that you first have a feasibility study carried out, with appropriate research on the territory (rainfall, solar radiation, etc.). Remember that a house can be defined as ecological if it addresses the problem of environmental pollution and energy saving in a relevant way. There are some components that certainly cannot be missing. Let’s see which ones. Photovoltaic panels
Among the most effective strategies that allow energy saving , one of the best known is certainly the use of photovoltaic panels . What they are
Photovoltaic systems are structures made up of panels that use solar energy to convert it into electricity, by means of materials sensitive to sunlight (such as silicon). How do they work
The panels are made up of photovoltaic cells, which transform the sunlight hitting them into electric current; the latter is channeled into the electric cables and flows towards all the other system components. Photovoltaic panels are undoubtedly important allies of environmental sustainability: the sun is a renewable and non-polluting natural resource. They also allow you to increase the value of the property itself. Air curtains on doors and windows
The air curtainand a device usually installed above a window or door: by means of very powerful electric fans, a real veil of air is created on the threshold of the window or door concerned. The barrier not only creates an invisible sheath that allows warm air to be retained inside the house and to repel cold air, but also serves as a filter for bad odors and pollution. Thermal insulation: reducing energy waste
The thermal insulation of a house is a fundamental aspect that allows to improve living comfort and avoid energy waste . One of the techniques used for thermal insulation is that of blowing: it is a sort of insulating panel created by filling the cavities between walls and walls. Insufflation allows the use of green materials in perfect eco- sustainable style : we are talking, for example, of wood fiber (obtained from the recycling of wood itself), of cellulose fiber (which allows to recover paper waste) and of wool fiber ( rolls composed on one side of pure wool and on the other of recycled wool, optimal for a minimum environmental impact). The heat pump
The heat pumpit extracts thermal energy from the external environment (air, water or earth) and releases it in the form of heat inside the house. Heat pump systems can be used for heating and air conditioning, for the production of domestic hot water or for both functions at the same time. To work, the heat pump only needs electricity , which is why it is cheaper than the classic fossil fuel boiler. This leads to significant savings on the bill of up to 70%. In addition, heat pumps make it possible to achieve a higher energy class and increase the value of the home. Mechanical ventilation Mechanical ventilation
allows thecontinuous air exchange : this favors the evacuation of polluting particles that could have negative effects on health, thus ensuring healthier air inside the house. Underfloor heating Underfloor
heating is an increasingly popular choice in new homes because it allows you to optimize energy performance and improve environmental sustainability. But what are the advantages?
A floor heating system, also called a radiant floor system, it consists of panels that are positioned under the screed and the cladding; in the panels there are serpentine pipes in which hot water circulates which spreads homogeneous heat throughout the house. As the whole floor turns into a large heated surface, lower water temperatures are required. Precisely for this reason, the radiant panels are installed in combination with heat generators such as heat pumps, which operate with temperatures between 30 and 35 ° C. This allows you to save 30% on consumption , thanks to the lower temperature required by the water. Of course, the savings also translate into greater environmental sustainability. Home composting plant
Home compostingand a method that, taking inspiration and imitating the cycle of nature (in a controlled and speeded up way), allows to obtain compost from the decomposition of some types of waste, that is an excellent soil for gardening. Ecological materials
An ecological house must be built and furnished in such a way as to guarantee eco-sustainability. Fundamental is the use of natural materials and renewable energy. It is necessary to prefer FSC or PEFC certified raw material, that is, of quality and produced by qualified companies. Furthermore, to insulate the house it will be excellent to prefer materials of natural origin such as rock wool, mineral wool or cork. Other eco-sustainable materials are clay, teak, hemp, lime, etc. Home automation
Home automation is essential for controlling and measuring real domestic consumption . This allows us to be guided towards conscious energy saving. Managing the use of energy in a thoughtful way allows you to obtain significant savings on your bills. Home automation keeps all parameters under control, so it can be considered an excellent ally for a truly eco-sustainable home.Ecological house price: long-term savings
Of course, building an ecological eco-sustainable house initially has very high costs , but the initial investment is amortized over the years thanks to the optimization of energy efficiency. Ecobonus 110
As regards the redevelopment of an old house, there are tax concessions made available with the primary objective of promoting environmental sustainability : we are talking, for example, of the Ecobonus 110 . It is about the possibility of carrying out restructuring interventionsof a building capable of guaranteeing its energy requalification, gaining in exchange a tax relief equal to 110% of the budgeted expenditure. Among the various interventions there is the installation of photovoltaic solar systems and the construction of infrastructures for charging electric vehicles . To obtain more specific information, please consult the official website https://www.agenziaentrate.gov.it/portale/web/guest/superbonus-110%25. What is important to underline is that it is not simply an opportunity to rebuild your home while saving money, but it is a real way to contribute to the achievement of the objectives that our country sets itself by the year 2030:
- achievement of high energy efficiency;
- increase in the use of renewable sources ;
- drastic reduction of Co2 emissions .
Taking advantage of tax breaks such as Ecobonus 110 allows you to redesign the house according to real needs and respecting an environment neglected by man.
Now you have all the information you need to start your eco- friendly home project . Love the environment, live the planet in a conscious way!
