Architecture and Design

Articles, reports, and interviews showcasing case studies relevant to the world of current architecture and design.

Natural Wood in Affordable Housing at the Puente de Vallecas Eco-neighborhood, Madrid

The SFJ6 project in the Puente de Vallecas eco-neighborhood is known for its sustainable approach to affordable housing. Wood in ceilings and facades, combined with responsible materials, creates warm spaces and promotes social interaction, enhancing the quality of life in this groundbreaking urban development.

How to install faceted wood panels on a ventilated facade

The faceted facade of the Tianjin Juilliard School provides a perfect example of how natural wood panels can be integrated into facades with complex geometries. Expansion joints and other key factors are essential for achieving precision that accounts for material expansion and contraction.

The future of affordable housing and its connection to public space

We interviewed Marina del Mármol and Mauro Bravo about their SFJ6 project, which reimagines the construction of affordable housing in response to the pandemic. The design emphasizes well-being in both indoor and outdoor spaces, encouraging social interaction and strengthening the connection between the homes and the city.

102 social rental homes in the eco-neighbourhood of Puente de Vallecas, Madrid

The SFJ6 project in Puente de Vallecas, Madrid, envisions social housing designed to optimize small spaces without compromising quality of life. Featuring cross ventilation and access to balconies, the common areas encourage social interaction, incorporating warm materials like Parklex Prodema timber panels.

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Panels with natural timber

Parklex Prodema panels feature a surface layer with natural timber as opposed to printed paper, bringing a high-quality feel to facades and interiors.