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Sustainable Terracotta Facades and Barrel Vaults Shaping an Engaging Winery Experience

Authors:
Sandro Massaro jimenez, Javier Pérez Artés
Sustainable Terracotta Facades and Barrel Vaults Shaping an Engaging Winery Experience

Project in-detail

Utilizing locally sourced terracotta and barrel-vaulted ceilings, the winery blends sustainable materials with a design that invites an immersive experience in viticulture and community engagement.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes reclaimed terracotta tiles for environmentally conscious facades.
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Incorporates barrel-vaulted ceilings for enhanced natural ventilation and aesthetics.
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Features a circular garden that fosters community interaction and engagement.
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Employs local stone to ensure contextual harmony with the surrounding landscape.
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Integrates passive solar design techniques to optimize energy efficiency throughout the year.
The Tili Vini Winery, located amidst a scenic landscape of vineyards, illustrates a thoughtful approach to architectural design focused on functionality, sustainability, and contextual integration. This winery serves not only as a place for wine production but also as an educational and experiential venue for visitors, promoting wine culture within a natural setting.

The main architectural components include a wine tasting area, a restaurant, and guest accommodations. The spaces are designed to accommodate both production and customer interaction, enhancing the overall winery experience. Each area is organized around a central garden, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor environments, allowing guests to engage with the beauty of the vineyard.

Sustainability is a core principle in the architecture of Tili Vini Winery. The design leverages local materials such as terracotta and stone, ensuring compatibility with the local environment. Reclaimed materials are prominently featured, minimizing waste and promoting a circular economy. The use of natural ventilation and passive solar design strategies maximizes energy efficiency, reducing the building's carbon footprint significantly.

Unique design aspects include barrel-vaulted ceilings that not only provide aesthetic appeal but also contribute to climate control through thermal regulation. The incorporation of circular open spaces enhances social interaction, allowing for diverse experiences as visitors engage with both the architecture and the landscape. By harnessing natural light through strategically placed windows, the design elevates the sensory experience within the winery.

The Tili Vini Winery showcases a cohesive architectural language that emphasizes the importance of ecological considerations in contemporary building practices. To explore more about this architectural endeavor, including detailed architectural plans, sections, and designs, please delve further into the project presentation for a more comprehensive understanding of the architectural ideas and their impact on the winery’s functionality and aesthetic coherence.
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The 10th edition of the MICROHOME architecture competition invites architects and designers from around the world to explore the possibilities of compact, sustainable living. Hosted by Buildner in collaboration with Kingspan and Hapi Homes, this special edition challenges participants to design an off-grid, modular microhome for a young professional couple, with a maximum floor area of 25 m². Designs should prioritize innovation, efficiency, and real-world feasibility. 

A total prize fund of 100,000 € will be awarded, including three main prizes, the Kingspan Award, and the Hapi Homes Award, which will grant 15,000 € and lead to the construction of the selected design. The final registration deadline is September 25, 2025, and winners will be announced on Decebmer 9, 2025. For full competition details and submission guidelines, visit microhome.info.

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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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