Changing the type of material we use in the traditional construction is not always easy and more if We look for new materials that not only respect the environment environment, also the health of the occupants or that at the same time – constructively speaking – possess those proper properties to use them in works. The houses biological techniques are not new, but they do solve the equation to the question… How can we recycle materials leftovers from the agricultural industry as components of construction? And may the result be more than satisfactory.
It is that dwelling that is built and is composed normally from remains of agricultural products such as straw or grass . Instead of being burned for energy, these materials are transformed into building materials natural, in short, materials Biologicals for construction.
This not only provides most of the raw materials necessary in the construction of the biological housing , but it also prevents waste product is burned.
Do not confuse the term with houses ecological , where they are not always "healthy" (See more information on the concept of healthy homes) . Is say, we can practice a construction where the materials used - for example - are concrete, but we take advantage of the energy from the sun with solar panels to produce energy, here we would say that it is an ecological house, but the materials used in its structure are not natural, nor are they recycled.
In the same way build a house biological with natural matter is not synonymous with sustainability. If we build a house of natural stone it is It is possible that the extraction of it may not be sustainable or renewable, since we use a resource that is not possible to regenerate.
The biological housing example is designed with a circular economy in mind and is developed with a set of principles that ensure the separability of building and the possibility of preserving materials, elements and components in a closed loop over time. This way, the valuable raw materials that are used for the construction of the building do not end up as waste, but rather they can be introduced into new closed circuits.
The firm of architects Een til Een has gone beyond the limits of green construction when using materials that would normally be considered waste. Offering a new, efficient and affordable way to build homes in the future.
As part of BIOTOPE, an exhibition park and center of resources designed to show the latest in technologies of sustainable construction in Middelfart (Denmark). He studio of architects has converted waste agriculture in construction materials (Grass, tomato stems, seaweed or straw) .
For the processing and development of materials for construction in this new architecture biological , the project uses recycling and new digital production technologies. On this basis, the biological project will stimulate a new market for the ecological growth through the refinement of waste. Also demonstrates how to build homes healthy and ecological in the future that cost a price competitive.
The sophisticated cladding of the house was also chosen for its strong ecological profile. Kebony modifies the woods sustainably sourced softwoods by heating the wood with a biological fluid, basically polymerizing the cell wall of the wood.
This innovative process, developed in Norway, covers the softwood parts into durable hardwood panels, perfect for construction.
The biological home is based on a system of flexible and modular construction. The house is designed to ensure rapid construction and disassembly. The simplified production and its modular design make the future adaptation and change of the construction is less complicated and less expensive.
We remind you that we have an extensive and interesting article about the ecological prefabricated and modular houses where we break down the advantages, disadvantages or characteristics more interesting features of this constructive typology.
The biological housing can be moved of the site at any point without damaging its environment, since the foundation is on steel piles instead of a traditional concrete foundation (We can learn more in the extensive article on types of foundations).
All this saves the intensive use of carbon in the construction of foundations and also allows its recyclability, since the house can be dismantled and rebuilt in another place, either in its original form or designed as another fully owned.
The innovative project has the support of the Ministry for the Environment and is undoubtedly a revelation for the Construction Industry. With all the materials already commercially available, there is no reason why these sustainable technologies cannot be incorporated into future residential projects on a massive scale.
We can also see the article on how to build a house sustainable and ecological or the article about house plans where we find 28 examples of sustainable homes where we can also access them.
