Ecological, Lightweight, and Slender: Energy-Efficient Architecture with Translucent Polycarbonate
In the contemporary context, global warming has marked a turning point in the way we think about architecture. We are witnessing record temperatures on our planet and a challenging panorama in many large cities, characterized by heatwaves and, in some cases, more severe winters. These circumstances have triggered a cycle in which the demand for heating and cooling systems increases, which, in turn, translates into higher energy and operating costs for buildings.
![Bradbury Works / [Y/N] Studio. Image Courtesy of [Y/N] Studio](https://images.adsttc.com/media/images/6543/3684/08e4/447e/e512/e9b6/medium_jpg/ecological-lightweight-and-slender-energy-efficient-architecture-with-translucent-polycarbonate_2.jpg?1698903702 "Bradbury Works / [Y/N] Studio. Image Courtesy of [Y/N] Studio")
Bradbury Works / [Y/N] Studio. Image Courtesy of [Y/N] Studio
In the contemporary context, global warming has marked a turning point in the way we think about architecture. We are witnessing record temperatures on our planet and a challenging panorama in many large cities, characterized by heatwaves and, in some cases, more severe winters. These circumstances have triggered a cycle in which the demand for heating and cooling systems increases, which, in turn, translates into higher energy and operating costs for buildings.
Given this situation, it becomes imperative to design energy-efficient buildings to reduce both the environmental impact and the associated costs. One of the strategies to achieve this is to properly plan the facade, which, serving a function similar to the building's skin, can help reduce the energy required for heating and cooling. In this context, the polycarbonate panels developed by Rodeca contribute to the energy efficiency of buildings, in addition to their lightweight, slender construction, and translucent aesthetics.
