Site & Skin

Description du service

The success of a construction project depends on a balanced consideration of two critical elements: the building envelope (facades, roofing, insulation) and its surrounding environment (climatic constraints, orientation, and natural site potential). Despite their key role in energy performance, occupant comfort, and overall sustainability, these aspects are often underutilised in current practices. This workshop invites you to explore actionable strategies for designing buildings that are better adapted to their context. It will focus on creating high-performing envelopes and leveraging the site’s unique characteristics. Why participate? * Optimise envelope performance
Learn design principles to enhance insulation, select appropriate cladding, and integrate solutions to protect buildings from climatic stresses. * Harness environmental potential
Discover how to use orientation, terrain, and vegetation to maximize solar gains, create resilient spaces, and regulate the microclimate. * Combine sustainability and adaptability
Explore solutions like green roofs and water retention systems that contribute to resource management and improve resilience against extreme climate events. What you’ll gain: * A comprehensive understanding of local climatic challenges and their impact on building design. * Practical tools to evaluate and enhance envelope performance in relation to the site. * A critical perspective on available materials and approaches to integrate adaptable and sustainable solutions into your projects. Who is it for? This workshop is designed for architects, engineers, and construction professionals looking to adopt more responsible and innovative practices. Join us for a practical and inspiring session to transform your projects into durable, resilient, and high-performing buildings or host the session at your place and invite your clients.