5 key facts about this project
### Overview
Located in Dubai, the Wind House is an architectural project that responds to the region's cultural heritage and the unique climatic challenges it presents. The design prioritizes sustainability and innovation while reinterpreting traditional architectural practices to meet the demands of contemporary living.
### Environmental Adaptation
The Wind House integrates traditional elements with modern sustainable practices, effectively addressing Dubai's harsh climate. It features wind catchers, courtyards, and shaded areas that enhance natural ventilation and thermal comfort. The design optimizes natural light and air circulation through careful orientation, maximizing energy efficiency and livability. A passive solar system captures prevailing winds, while spaces are thoughtfully divided to promote cross-ventilation and comfort.
### Materiality and Technological Integration
The material selection highlights sustainability and local tradition, utilizing concrete for durability, glass for natural light and thermal regulation, stone cladding for insulation, wood for aesthetic warmth, and metal for functional shading devices. The integration of advanced technologies enables real-time optimization of energy use and living conditions. Additionally, the landscape incorporates native vegetation that requires minimal irrigation, further aligning with environmental goals and enhancing biodiversity.
