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Residence A stands as a significant milestone in Luxembourg’s design landscape, notably raising consciousness about sustainability and environmental impact within a meticulously guarded zone.

Situated within the commune of Echternach, the house presents a façade that embodies a classic aesthetic, a deliberate concession to adhere to the stringent regulations of this historic city. However, its design ethos diverges significantly from traditional construction approaches.

Beyond navigating the confines of regulations, this project represents the culmination of extensive research aimed at materializing a zero-plastic, ecologically conscious design paradigm within a compact urban setting.

The edifice boasts custom-designed prefabricated wooden elements, the culmination of rigorous testing involving five distinct concepts in collaboration with experts across various domains. This collaborative effort birthed a wholly novel concept, featuring innovative elements meticulously tailored to optimize both energy efficiency and acoustic performance.

The achievement of energy efficiency and superior acoustics hinges on the selection of specific materials. Notably, the exterior walls integrate a dual-insulation system: wood fiber for interior insulation and quark for exterior insulation, with a revolutionary pressed texture interposed between them. This textured layer effectively mitigates external noise, elevating the acoustic standards of the structure.

In essence, this designed wall attains the performance benchmarks akin to a 50cm concrete wall while maintaining environmental integrity and occupying significantly less space.

Residence A stands tall as a multi-story edifice, fulfilling three primary functions: accommodating office spaces, commercial ventures, and residential units within its ambit.

Location:                Echternach, Luxembourg
Program:                Housing, apartments, private residence, house, commerce
Typology:               Multi-family house
Client:                    Private
Size:                       392,54 ㎡
Year:                      2021
Design Team:        ODA Architects
Status:                   Complete

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House D

Residential | 2022 | Luxembourg, LU

Situated within Luxembourg City, nestled in a highly protected zone of national interest, this project stands as a challenge: to embrace a new design ethos while honoring its historical identity.

Steeped in history, this building holds a unique narrative. Initially utilized as housing for 19th-century steel industry workers, it embodies a symbolic representation of dwelling in Luxembourg—a testament to its historical significance.
Passed down through generations, preserving its essence while infusing contemporary elements remains a focal point.

Strategically positioned amidst the burgeoning developments of Luxembourg City, near LUCA, this house epitomizes the convergence of old-world architecture with the contemporary. Bound by various constraints, the interior redesign meticulously balances functionality, materiality, and color palette.

The intricacies of this challenge extend to the interior space. In response to the commune's directive that the newly designed staircase remains concealed from exterior view, ODA embarked on creating a bespoke staircase solution. Comprising 16 landings with a height of 18 cm each, the design is notably bespoke—each step differing in shape and size—to meet user needs while complying with regulatory demands.Within the residence, a comfortable ambiance pervades typical living areas—kitchen, dining room, salon, and bedrooms located on the upper level. Design decisions were guided by the immutable requirement to preserve the outer walls untouched.

Interior interventions adhered to a philosophy of preserving original materials while incorporating innovative methods. By introducing insulation to the existing structure, the design achieved optimal performance in impact sound reduction and energy efficiency, seamlessly merging tradition with contemporary advancements.


Location

Luxembourg City, LU

Typology

Family House

Client

Private

Size ( Bruto )

327m²

Year

2022

Project Team

ODA Architects

Status

Complete

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