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Photovoltaic Panels and Green Roofs Enhancing Sustainable Winery Experience

Authors:
Andre Negri, Juan Pablo Cisternas Navarro, Jan Keymis
Photovoltaic Panels and Green Roofs Enhancing Sustainable Winery Experience

Project in-detail

The integration of photovoltaic panels and a green roof creates an energy-efficient environment for a winery that enhances visitor engagement with the surrounding vineyard.
5 key facts about this project
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Photovoltaic panels on the green roof provide renewable energy for winery operations.
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Central courtyards enhance natural ventilation and privacy within guest spaces.
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A feature wall reflects the vineyard's geometry while framing views of the landscape.
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Rainwater management system recycles water from the green roof for sustainable use.
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The triangular-shaped piazza encourages community interactions and outdoor events.

The Tili Vini organic winery is situated in a landscape that supports sustainable agriculture and winemaking. The design focuses on connecting the buildings with the natural surroundings while emphasizing energy efficiency. The layout features an east-west orientation that maximizes sunlight exposure and creates an inviting atmosphere within the space.

Site Orientation and Solar Integration

The orientation of the guest houses is crucial for harnessing sunlight. This strategic positioning allows for natural light to flood the interiors and improves energy efficiency. Solar photovoltaic panels are placed on the green roof to collect renewable energy. This energy powers essential operations such as lighting, kitchen appliances, and heating, reflecting a strong commitment to sustainability.

Spatial Arrangement and Landscape Integration

Central courtyards are designed to enhance airflow and provide privacy for bathroom areas. Guest units come with their own terraces and gardens, encouraging guests to enjoy views of the vineyard. The inclusion of linear shading devices helps reduce the impact of direct sunlight, creating comfortable outdoor spaces that can be used throughout the day.

Architectural Features and Water Management

A prominent feature wall mimics the shapes of the vineyard, offering visual appeal and privacy. The Tili Vini crest is located on the wall, culminating in a water feature that serves as a focal point at the entrance. The project includes a rainwater management system that captures runoff from the green roof. This stored water is reused in various functions, effectively supporting the ecological goals of the design.

Public Spaces and Community Engagement

At the center of the winery is a triangular-shaped piazza with patterned paving and benches that blend the natural landscape with the built environment. The swimming pool uses a low-energy system for heating and maintains cleanliness without chlorine. The restoration of the farmhouse features double-height spaces that serve as reception areas, a wine shop, and dining spaces, allowing panoramic views of the vineyards.

The upper deck is designed as a flexible outdoor area for various events, fostering community interaction and enhancing appreciation for the region's winemaking traditions. The careful arrangement of elements creates inviting spaces that encourage engagement with nature and highlight the winery’s agricultural context.

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MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

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Competition organisers

The MICROHOME 10 competition invites participants to submit visionary designs for off-grid, modular microhomes that push the limits of sustainable, small-scale living. Organised by Buildner in partnership with Kingspan and Hapi Homes, this tenth edition sets the challenge of designing a dwelling for two people within a maximum floor area of 25 m², encouraging bold solutions adaptable to any urban or rural location. The competition continues Buildner’s mission to foster innovative approaches to compact, energy-efficient housing that can address pressing global challenges.

This year’s edition offers a generous total prize fund of €100,000, including the Kingspan Award for designs that integrate high-performance Kingspan products and the Hapi Homes Award for a project selected for real-world construction. In addition to cash prizes, the winners gain international exposure through Buildner’s media partnerships, publications, and a dedicated MICROHOME magazine, further amplifying their ideas to the wider architectural community.

Key dates for MICROHOME 10 include the closing date for registration on 25 September 2025, the submission deadline on 29 October 2025 (11:59 p.m. London time), and the announcement of winners on 9 December 2025. These milestones ensure participants have clear timelines to develop and present their concepts, with early registration discounts available to support students and emerging designers worldwide.

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Design a new small-scale home concept in the 10th edition of MICROHOME — 100,000 € prize + construction

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Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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