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Concrete revolution in Vienna: Sustainable living space for the future!
Two innovative construction projects in Vienna-Leopoldstadt are setting new standards for sustainable living space through the efficient use of concrete.
Concrete revolution in Vienna: Sustainable living space for the future!
Two exciting construction projects are currently being built in the heart of Leopoldstadt's Nordbahnviertel, which show how concrete can be used in an environmentally friendly and sustainable manner. The “Snow White” residential tower and the Nordbahnhof III residential complex are in focus and are setting new standards in residential construction.
The “Snow White” residential tower, with an impressive height of around 100 meters and 29 floors, is not only an architectural highlight, but also the highest rental residential building in Vienna. With 295 residential units, one or two tenants could find a charming new home here. The original plan was to build eight residential towers, but ultimately only five were built. This leaves room for consideration of how the remaining plans might be implemented in the future.
Sustainability through innovative technologies
In both projects, concrete is used as a stable and durable building material that works particularly well in multi-story residential buildings. Particular attention is paid to thermal component activation, which is used in the ceilings of the residential units. This system makes it possible to efficiently combine heating and cooling systems. With a flow temperature of just 38 degrees, this concept offers an environmentally friendly solution for regulating the room temperature.
This technology is not only particularly energy-saving, but also promotes the use of renewable energy. According to Zukunft Bau, the temperature in neighboring rooms is controlled by an integrated pipe system in large concrete parts such as floor ceilings, which contributes to the high energy efficiency of the building. A corresponding planning guide makes the application of this technology more accessible for planners and builders as well as for training centers that want to impart knowledge about sustainable construction.
Quality of life through open space
The Nordbahnhof III residential complex pursues an innovative concept entitled “Open space at the apartment level”. The focus here is on green terraces, which not only help to beautify the living space, but also promote natural greenery. The aim is to merge buildings and landscape and thus create sustainable landscape architecture.
It remains to be seen whether the projects mentioned will actually set new standards in sustainable construction. However, the combination of advanced technology and well-thought-out interior design offers promising approaches for future living space in Vienna. The construction projects in the Nordbahnviertel show that the city wants to actively address not only social but also ecological challenges.