Uyilo olubizwa ngokuba yi-The Boomerang Athens Indlu olwenziwe ngu-Vassilis Siafaricas ngumwini obekekileyo webhaso elinobukhazikhazi le-2025 Ibhaso Lentsimbi le-A' Design Award Kudidi Lokhuphiswano lwe-Uyilo lweZakhiwo, Isakhiwo kunye neMilo.
IntsimbiUyilo lweZakhiwo· 2025
The Boomerang Athens Indlu
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Malunga ne-The Boomerang Athens Indlu
I-Boomerang Athens imele ukwakhiwa ngokutsha okupheleleyo kwendlu eyakhiwa ekuqaleni ngo-2010, ngoku iqhubela phambili ekufumaneni isiqinisekiso se-Leed Gold. Injongo yale projekthi kukuchaza ngokutsha ubunewunewu ngokubeka phambili uzinzo, ukusebenza kakuhle kwamandla, kunye neteknoloji ephucukileyo. Uyilo lwayo lwe-biophilic lubandakanya izinto ezifana nokupholisa okuzenzakalelayo, ugqumiselo oluphucukileyo, kunye neenkqubo zamandla ahlaziyekayo, kujoliswe ekufikeleleni kwimpembelelo encinci kwindalo. Indlu idibanisa intsha-ntsha kunye nobuhle, imisela umgangatho womzekelo wokuphila kwasezidolophini okuzinzileyo e-Athens.
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Malunga ne-Ibhaso Lentsimbi le-A' Design Award
The Boomerang Athens Indlu ngumphumeleli weIbhaso Lentsimbi le-A' Design Award, ukuqatshelwa okuhlonitshwayo okunikwa imiyilo elungileyo eyanelisa iimfuno zobungcali neemveliso ezilindelekileyo kwimveliso ezicwangciswe kakuhle. Abaphumeleleyo beNtsimbi babonisa ubuchule obukhulu, ubuchule obuphezulu, ukuqonda kwengcali namandla okuyila abayili babo. The Boomerang Athens Indlu iyathenjwa ukuba ibe yimveliso exatyiswa kakhulu, edunyiswayo nethandwayo esebenzayo neyinto entsha. Lo myilo uphumeleleyo weIbhaso Lentsimbi le-A' Design Award udibanisa iindlela ezilungileyo kakhulu zemboleko kwaye unezimpawu zobuchwephesha ezifanelekileyo ezidityaniswe nolwazi netalente. The Boomerang Athens Indlu iyahlonelwa ngenxa yenkcukacha yayo kwaye yacwangciselwa ukunika uphuculo lomgangatho wobomi olunceda ukwenza ihlabathi libe yindawo engcono.
Emva Koyilo
Ikhithi Yeendaba
Iziqinisekiso, amalungu eqela kunye neenkcukacha zobugcisa ezinikezelwe ngumyili.
- Iimpawu Ezizodwa
- 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.
- Imilinganiselo nePakishini
- 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.
- Iithegi
- 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 Bokuvelisa
- 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.
- Umngeni Woyilo
- 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.
- Uphando
- 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.
- Inkuthazo
- 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 Beprojekthi
- 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 Komsebenzi
- 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 Eqela
- Designer: Vassilis Siafaricas
Developer: Vassilis Siafaricas
Mechanical Engineer: Vasilis Mastrogiannis - Amagunya Emifanekiso
- 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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