Bioclimatic architecture consists of the design and construction of buildings in harmony with the climatology of their location. Its objective is to take advantage of environmental heat sources to provide thermal comfort inside, as well as its aesthetic and urban integration in the environment.
Amusement Logic is currently immersed in the first design phases of an indoor bioclimatic swimming pool. So, from the beginning of the architectural project, we consider the bioclimatic specifications that we must implement in it, so that we can reduce its energy consumption and its environmental impact.
Among these specifications for bioclimatic architecture, we have the following:
-The solar orientation must take into account the shadows cast by the building itself and by the surrounding elements. The aim is to maximise natural light inside the building.
-It is necessary to consider the thermal inertia of the surrounding.
-Natural and forced ventilation systems must be studied for heat recovery.
-Water management should be oriented towards the reuse of rainwater and water from filter washing.
-The use of native vegetation is desirable to provide solar protection in summer and allow sunshine in winter.
-Finally, renewable energy sources such as solar or geothermal energy, based on the local environment and climate, should be used as much as possible.
By Juan Guardiola Cutillas, senior architect in the Architecture Department of Amusement Logic
