Guide to Quality Construction

Architectural design:

Particular emphasis is given to architectural planning and construction studies in accordance with the new building regulations.

Emphasis is also given to the bioclimatic design of indoor and outdoor spaces based on their best performance in relation to the microclimate of the area.

That happens in order to create the right conditions of heat and cooling in an absolutely natural way, ensuring energy savings of up to 30% compared to a conventional building and an 80% compared to an old building.

This way, we ensure that our buildings are classified in the highest scales of the Energy Efficiency Classification system.

These percentages include annual energy costs and reduced costs for electrical installations, and we must not forget the environmental benefit.

At the same time, the design of our compliance with the latest Energy Performance of Buildings Regulations. In this way we secure the classification of our houses in the higher categories of Energy Classification.

This way we achieve:

• Reduced energy consumption for heating, cooling and hot water, about 60% compared to conventional constructions.
• High thermal insulation, absence of thermal bridges and great air-tightness to protect the energy houses from moisture and temperature changes and give the construction an unlimited lifetime
• Constant temperature and great thermal comfort that ensure a healthy and comfortable living.
• Soundproofing
• Environmental benefit

Load Bearing structure

The construction of the load-bearing structure complies with the strictest standards of the Greek anti-earthquake regulation and ensures the highest levels of protection from earthquakes.

A thorough investigation and assessment of the ground conditions is performed in order to choose the most appropriate foundation type.

Particular attention is paid to the perpendicularity and precise alignment of the formwork, as well as the proper overlapping of the reinforcement.

Before starting the concreting works, the formwork and the steel reinforcements are inspected. During the concreting process, concrete quality samples are collected, which are tested in order to determine the concrete’s strength. Our company uses the highest quality concrete grade (for private residences) and high quality certified steel.

Energy-efficient building

Energy proofing of the buildings is achieved by the complete thermal insulation of the building shell, using certified materials by leading companies on the market and the application by specialized technical crews.

Specifically:

Thermal insulation of load-bearing body with heat-insulating material
Placing thermal insulation boards on the exterior surfaces of a building (Thermoprosopsis system).
Insulation of flat roofs or tiled roofs by applying certified waterproofing and heat proofing materials, ensuring waterproof and thermal insulation of the concrete surfaces.
Waterproofing of the foundations and the basements.
Installation of window frames. By installing aluminium thermal break window frames or pvc along with the energy efficient glazing, we achieve excellent thermal and sound insulation.

Engineering equipment

Particular emphasis is given to the engineering study and the building equipment. The heating/cooling systems with a heat pump that we choose are characterized by high efficiency and high energy savings of more than 60% compared to conventional heating systems.

Energy efficient fireplace heaters of fireplaces connected to radiators enhance energy savings.

The use of solar panels as an alternative form of energy ensures the heating of the water for domestic use or even for space heating, at zero energy cost and with environmental benefit.

Electrical – Hydraulic and Mechanical Automations

We conduct electromechanical studies and suggest home automations that make life easier, ensure better ergonomics, safety and energy savings.

For example:

• indoor-outdoor lighting infrastructure using LED lamps
• use of external security lightning with photocell sensors automatic lightning control for outdoor spaces for maximum energy savings.
• general home voltage stabilizers

Alarm systems – security cameras

Advanced alarm systems and CCTV, that can be connected to the internet and can be accessed and managed online.

Materials, technical crews

Our company uses certified materials supplied by internationally recognized companies, which are selected through demanding tests + trials. Engineers and technicians are regularly trained by the materials manufacturing companies, through series of seminars and presentations.

Our specialized technical crews have certified diplomas, experience and technical training by the materials manufacturing companies on the proper use and application of their materials.