Result description
Gumpp&Maier with the collaboration of Eurac research, developed a new concept of wooden prefabricated multi-functional façade. It represents a key result for the plug & play deep renovation since it allows for the integration of different components, both passive (windows and shadings), active (decentralised ventilation, HVAC components) and for energy harvesting (solar thermal and photovoltaic panels). Within the project, Gumpp&Maier developed two sample prototypes with a decentralised ventilation machine integrated into the window and a solar thermal panel installed. The tests developed in Eurac laboratories assessed the effectiveness of the integration, evaluating the thermal performance and the condensation risk. The results have been the basis for the definition of the technical guidelines for designing the multifunctional prefabricated façade as applied in the demo cases. The first application was made in a building in Oslo, Norway, owned by Boligbygg. The prefab façade was provided by the local manufacturer Lindal supported by Gumpp&Maier (here with the role of engineering consultant).
Addressing target audiences and expressing needs
- Help in technical expertise
- Collaboration
Reducing cost and time of building renovation, to reduce the impact on building users and investors
- Public or private funding institutions
- Research and Technology Organisations
R&D, Technology and Innovation aspects
Currently, the Prefabricated Multifunctiona Facade has been positively applied in three project demo cases. The knowledge developed will be used internally by G&M to further develop the product as well as by local constructurs who took part in the demo renovation. The renovating approach can now be applied to other buildings similar to the demo in the respective building owners’ building stocks.
