Umdwebo The Boomerang Athens Indlu ngu-Vassilis Siafaricas ungumnqobi ohlonishwa kakhulu womklomelo odumile we-2025 Umklomelo Wensimbi we-A' Design Award Esigabeni Somncintiswano se-Ukudizayina Ezokwakha, Izakhiwo Nezinhlaka.
InsimbiEzokwakha· 2025
The Boomerang Athens Indlu
Iklayenti: Ecléde
Umnqobi we-Umklomelo Wensimbi we-A' Design Award Esigabeni se-Ezokwakha
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Mayelana ne-The Boomerang Athens Indlu
I-Boomerang Athens imela ukwakhiwa kabusha okuphelele kwendlu eyakhiwa ekuqaleni ngo-2010, manje iqhubeka ngokuya esiqinisekriseni se-Leed Gold. Inhloso yale phrojekthi ukuchaza kabusha ubukhazikhazi ngokubeka phambili ukusimama, ukusebenza kahle kwamandla, nobuchwepheshe besimanjemanje. Idizayini yayo ye-biophilic ihlanganisa izinto ezifana nokupholisa okuzenzakalelayo, ukuvikelwa okuthuthukisiwe, nezinhlelo zamandla avuselelekayo, ihlose ukufinyelela umthelela omncane emvelweni. Indawo yokuhlala ihlanganisa ukusungula okusha nobuhle, imisa isibonelo esiphezulu sokuphila kwasemadolobheni okusimeme e-Athens.
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Mayelana ne-Umklomelo Wensimbi we-A' Design Award
The Boomerang Athens Indlu iwinile uMklomelo Wensimbi we-A' Design Award, ukwaziswa okuhloniphekile okunikezwa imiklamo emihle ehlangabezana nezidingo zobungcweti nezemboni ezilindelekile ezimpahleni ezihlelwe kahle. Abawinile beNsimbi babonisa ikhono elikhulu, ubungcweti obuphezulu, ukuqonda kochwepheshe namandla okudala abadali babo. The Boomerang Athens Indlu ilindeleke ukuba ibe yinto exatshwa kakhulu, edunyiswayo nethandwayo esebenzayo nenezinto ezintsha. Lo mklamo owinile uMklomelo Wensimbi we-A' Design Award uhlanganisa izindlela ezinhle kakhulu zemboni futhi unezimfanelo zobuchwepheshe ezifanelekile ezihlanganiswe nolwazi nethalente. The Boomerang Athens Indlu iyahlonishwa ngenxa yokucophelela kwayo futhi ihlelelwe ukulethela izinguquko zomgangatho wempilo ezisiza ukwenza umhlaba ube yindawo engcono.
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Ama-credit, amalungu eqembu nemininingwane yobuchwepheshe ehlinzekwe ngumklami.
- Izici Ezihlukile
- This design is a Leed Gold to-be-certified, net-zero energy luxury residence that seamlessly integrates sustainability, smart technology, and contemporary aesthetics. Unlike conventional developments, it prioritizes energy efficiency, advanced automation, and biophilic design, ensuring minimal environmental impact without compromising elegance. Its smart home systems, innovative ventilation, and high-performance materials set a new benchmark for sustainable high-end real estate.
- Izilinganiso Nokupakisha
- The residence spans 425 sqm across four levels. Ceiling heights range from 2,800 mm to 3,200 mm, optimizing natural light and ventilation. Triple-glazed, thermally insulated aluminum windows enhance energy efficiency. Underfloor heating by Rehau, a vrv air-conditioning system by LG, and a knx automation network regulate indoor climate. The rooftop pool integrates a high-efficiency heat pump with dimensions 8 m x 3 mmm x 1,5 m.
- Amathegi
- Leed certified, Leed gold, smart home technology, sustainable architecture, luxury real estate, urban regeneration, biophilic design, energy-efficient materials, KNX automation, Double Regeneration Metropolitan Park, Athens luxury houses
- Ubuchwepheshe Bokukhiqiza
- The Boomerang design was developed using parametric modeling, energy simulations, and LEED-certified methodologies to achieve optimal efficiency. The structure was reinforced with high-performance insulation, thermally broken aluminum windows, and Rehau underfloor heating for passive energy savings. knx automation controls HVAC, lighting, and security, ensuring seamless operation. Sustainable materials, including low-voc finishes and photovoltaic-integrated pergolas, enhance both performance and aesthetics.
- Inselele Yokudweba
- The biggest challenge was balancing luxury with sustainability while retrofitting an existing structure. The historical challenge lay in preserving architectural integrity while modernizing the design. Socially, creating an eco-friendly yet high-end home required shifting perceptions of luxury. Externally, strict LEED regulations, energy laws, and material limitations demanded innovative solutions. Overcoming structural constraints and integrating smart, efficient systems was a key breakthrough.
- Ucwaningo
- This applied research transforms an existing property into a Leed Gold-certified smart home with net-zero energy. Using structural audits, energy tests, and Leed guidelines, a team of architects and engineers optimized insulation, smart systems, and ventilation. Results showed enhanced efficiency, luxury, and sustainability. The project sets a new standard for eco-friendly real estate, proving that design, business, and sustainability can coexist seamlessly.
- Ugqozi
- The Boomerang was inspired by the desire to harmonize sustainability with contemporary luxury while redefining urban living standards. It was motivated by the challenge of transforming an existing structure into an environmentally responsible, energy-efficient, and technologically advanced residence. Drawing from LEED principles, modern architectural trends, and the natural landscape, the design sought to create a seamless dialogue between innovation, functionality, and aesthetics.
- Ubude Bephrojekthi
- The project began in Athens in late 2023 and will be completed in May 2025 as Greece’s first Leed Gold certified residence. It integrates net zero energy solutions, smart technologies, and structural reinforcements. Adjacent to the future Double Regeneration Metropolitan Park, it offers unobstructed views, urban cooling, and green access. This benchmark in luxury sustainable architecture enhances air quality, biodiversity, and the connection between urban living and nature.
- Ukuhamba Kokusebenza
- The Boomerang Athens is designed for effortless, smart living. The home adapts to its residents, adjusting lighting, temperature, and energy use automatically for maximum comfort and efficiency. Large windows flood the space with natural light while insulating against heat and cold. The rooftop pool and outdoor spaces create a seamless indoor-outdoor experience. With sustainable materials and energy-saving technology, it offers luxury with a conscience, reducing environmental impact without compromising comfort.
- Amalungu Eqembu
- Designer: Vassilis Siafaricas
Developer: Vassilis Siafaricas
Mechanical Engineer: Vasilis Mastrogiannis - Amakhredithi Ezithombe
- Image #1: Photographer / Illustrator / Creator Kyriakos Trikaliotis, Ownership of ECLÉDE.
Image #2: Photographer / Illustrator / Creator Kyriakos Trikaliotis, Ownership of ECLÉDE.
Image #3: Photographer / Illustrator / Creator Kyriakos Trikaliotis, Ownership of ECLÉDE.
Image #4: Photographer / Illustrator / Creator Kyriakos Trikaliotis, Ownership of ECLÉDE.
Image #5: Photographer / Illustrator / Creator Kyriakos Trikaliotis, Ownership of ECLÉDE.
Video Credits: Video by ANGEL BLEND.
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