The V Tsev by Vassilis Siafaricas is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Hlau in Tsim Khoom Ruaj Khov, Hauj Lwm thiab Kev Tsim Ntsuab Competition Category.
HlauKhoom Ruaj Khov· 2025
The V Tsev
Client: EclÉde
A' Design Award Hlau Winner in Khoom Ruaj Khov Category
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About The V Tsev
V House yog lub tsev nyob niaj hnub uas sib txuas kev tsim qauv tam sim no nrog kev ruaj khov. Cov kab ncaj, qhov chaw qhib, thiab cov khoom siv ntuj tsim txhais nws cov lus tsim vaj tsev, thaum cov ntsiab lus biophilic txhim kho kev sib txuas rau xwm. Photovoltaics, KNX automation, thiab eco-tech raug sib koom ua ke zoo, qhia txog yuav ua li cas kev zoo nkauj qib siab tuaj yeem nyob ua ke nrog lub luag haujlwm rau ib puag ncig.
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award Hlau
The V Tsev yog tus yeej ntawm A' Design Award Hlau, ib qho kev lees paub muaj meej mom uas muab rau cov qauv tsim zoo uas ua tau raws li cov kev xav tau ntawm kev ua haujlwm thiab kev lag luam uas xav tau los ntawm cov khoom tsim zoo. Cov neeg yeej Hlau qhia txog kev txawj loj, kev paub tshwj xeeb siab, kev nkag siab ntawm cov kws tshaj lij thiab lub peev xwm tsim ntawm cov neeg tsim. The V Tsev xav tias yuav yog ib qho khoom tsim uas neeg hwm, qhuas thiab hlub uas siv tau thiab tsim tshiab. Cov qauv tsim yeej A' Design Award Hlau no sib xyaw cov kev coj ua zoo tshaj plaws ntawm kev lag luam thiab muaj cov yam ntxwv siv tshuab txawj ntse txuas nrog kev paub thiab txuj ci. The V Tsev tau txais kev hwm vim nws tag nrho thiab tsim los muab kev txhim kho rau lub neej uas pab ua rau lub ntiaj teb zoo dua.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- The V House is a groundbreaking future Leed Gold-certified, net-zero energy luxury residence that blends sustainability with modern design. It features advanced smart technologies, energy-efficient systems, and biophilic design elements that reduce environmental impact without compromising comfort. Integrating photovoltaic panels, smart home automation, and sustainable materials sets new standards for luxury real estate, offering a seamless connection between nature, technology, and elegance.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Spanning 425 sqm over four levels, the residence uses energy efficient insulation, triple glazed windows, and smart systems like knx automation to control climate and energy usage. The rooftop pool features an eco friendly heat pump, ensuring sustainability and luxury.
- Tags
- LEED Gold, smart home, sustainable architecture, luxury real estate, biophilic design, net-zero energy, urban regeneration, energy-efficient materials, KNX automation, Athens, green design
- Production Technology
- The design incorporates parametric modeling, energy simulations, and Leed-certified strategies to maximize sustainability. High-performance materials, smart automation, and integrated photovoltaic panels enhance energy efficiency, reducing the environmental impact of the development.
- Design Challenge
- The challenge was merging luxury with sustainability while retrofitting an older structure. Balancing architectural integrity with green technologies required innovative solutions to meet stringent Leed standards and modernize without compromising environmental goals.
- Research
- This project explores retrofitting an existing property into a Leed Gold certified, net-zero energy smart home. Through audits, energy tests, and Leed guidelines, the design team enhanced insulation and integrated efficient systems, setting a new benchmark for eco friendly luxury living.
- Inspiration
- The V House, or alternatively Boomerang, was driven by the goal of integrating sustainability with modern luxury, transforming an existing structure into an energy-efficient, environmentally responsible residence. Inspired by LEED principles, it balances cutting-edge architecture, green design, and nature to redefine luxury living while minimizing environmental impact.
- Project Duration
- Τhis sustainable and smart project will be completed in May 2025. It is set to become one of Greece’s first Leed Gold-certified residence. It promotes urban cooling, biodiversity, and enhanced green space, combining cutting-edge design with environmental stewardship.
- Operation Flow
- The V House embraces smart, energy efficient living. Automated systems adjust temperature, lighting, and energy use to optimize comfort and reduce consumption. Natural light floods the home, while sustainable materials and green technologies ensure a minimal environmental footprint, providing luxury with a focus on sustainability.
- Team Members
- Designer: Vassilis Siafaricas,
Developer: Vassilis Siafaricas,
Mechanical Engineer: Vasilis Mastrogiannis, - Image Credits
- 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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