ECOLE FONDAMENTALE ET MAISON RELAIS CYCLE 1 à HOWALD
XXA architecture
Description
Pilot project for sustainable construction, structured around three pillars: architecture, materials and systems. Bioclimatic design optimizes orientation, daylight, solar shading and natural ventilation, with a central atrium enhancing comfort and energy performance. First school in Luxembourg built with local timber, combined with bio-based and recycled materials (cork façade, textile insulation), ensuring an excellent carbon footprint. Positive-energy building using an ice storage heating system, hybrid solar panels and natural ventilation. Awarded the Eurosolar Prize 2023 and DGNB Platinum certification with the highest score worldwide for a school building.
Category
Building for sustainability
LAA Edition
2026
Author(s)
XXA architectureWITH
Client
Administration Communale de Hesperange
Surface area
2479 m²
Year of completion
2022
Location (city)
Howald