Lunawood Thermowood battens are highly regarded in modern architecture for their durability, sustainability, enhanced stability, and aesthetic appeal. These Thermowood battens are utilized in various projects to elevate both the visual and functional aspects of buildings. The low moisture content of Lunawood Thermowood battens ensures exceptional stability, allowing them to maintain their original shape over time. This feature enables greater creativity in design.
Below, we explore five exemplary projects that showcase the innovative use of Lunawood Thermowood battens in creating beautiful and sustainable architectural designs.
Hotel Umani, Bulgaria
Hotel Umani in Bulgaria uses Lunawood Thermowood battens to seamlessly blend the building with its natural surroundings. These battens provide a warm, inviting appearance, enhancing the hotel’s elegant charm while also offering durability and resistance to weather conditions.
In recognition of its outstanding architecture, Hotel Umani received the First Prize in the prestigious national competition “Building of the Year” in 2022, in the category of Holiday and Spa Hotels. Additionally, the hotel won the Architizer A+Awards Popular Choice in the Architecture + Environment category.
Architect: STARH
Products: Luna SHP 1×4 and Luna SHP 2×3
Housing in Garralda, Spain
The Housing in Garralda showcases the use of Lunawood Thermowood battens in a residential setting. Drawing inspiration from traditional Basque-Navarrean “Caserío” architecture, the design cleverly divides the structure into two volumes, each featuring pitched roofs covered with Lunawood battens. This approach creates a harmonious dialogue with the rural surroundings while adding texture and warmth to the buildings.
The project received an honorable mention in the prestigious Premios COAM 2023 competition and won the Green GOOD DESIGN 2024 Award in the category of Sustainable Architecture.
Architect: Nazareth Gutierrez Franco, Rodrigo Nuñez Arquitectos
Product: Luna SHP 2×2
Maxx Royal Kemer Resort, Turkey
At the Maxx Royal Kemer Resort, Lunawood Thermowood battens are used extensively to create luxurious outdoor spaces. The natural beauty of the battens complements the resort’s landscape, providing a seamless transition from indoor to outdoor environments.
Architect: Baraka Architects
Products: Luna SHP battens
Beloura House, Portugal
A creatively designed Beloura House in Portugal, showcases the architectural ingenuity of Alain Gameiro. Dimensionally stable and weather-resistant Lunawood Thermowood Battens were selected as solar shades, effectively reducing heat intake while maintaining stunning views.
The house features a striking 3D effect, achieved through innovative structural solutions. In this remarkable residence, Luna Half Parallelogram HSS was carefully planned and installed to enhance the visual appeal.
Architect: Alain Gameiro
Product: Luna Half Parallelogram HSS 28/42×42
FRI’s House, France
The combination of concrete and wood is modern yet timeless. FRI’s House in France features a unique use of Lunawood Thermowood battens to create a distinctive façade. These battens combine traditional and modern design elements, offering an aesthetically pleasing solution that blends well with the surrounding environment.
Architect: Brengues Le Pavec architects
Product: Luna SHP 2×2
Each of these projects exemplifies the benefits of using Lunawood Thermowood battens in architectural designs, providing both aesthetic appeal and functional benefits. As the demand for sustainable building materials grows, Lunawood Thermowood battens continue to be a preferred choice for architects and designers seeking eco-friendly and visually striking solutions.
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