PERFECT HOMES MAGAZINE Issue 14 | Page 26

The challenge in this design lies in construction and the involved climate technology. The construction of the building above ground is planned as a prefabricated timber structure finished with a white plaster, including the roof.   Because all surfaces are inclined and the temperature in that area does not go below zero degrees, this finishing is doubtlessly possible, which is proofed since many years in traditional old buildings close to that site. The lightweight construction was chosen because of the way it will be used and climatic circumstances. As the holiday home will be mainly used for spontaneous short-term visits, a quick cool down is necessary. Thus long time periods of cooling down and saving, as it occurs with massive construction, is not advantageous in that case. Through a mechanically controlled opening in the roof a wellknown chimney effect will be activated, which starts  at the massive base plate in the garage from where integrated cable ducts lead cooled air through the building. An additional cooling effect will be provided by the evaporation of the pool. The triangle-shaped photovoltaics on the roof provides the building with energy and enables a self-sufficient living. Areas, which are kept spatially open will profit from cantilevers, which keep these areas shaded. 88 26 THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com