Elegance and energy performance: Ehret sliding shutters for the Minergie P project in Fällanden

This prestigious Swiss label imposes rigorous requirements in terms of thermal comfort, air renewal, heat recovery and energy performance. Minergie-P® buildings are distinguished in particular by their advanced insulation and their low-loss envelope, making this label an essential reference in terms of energy performance.

Supporting the expertise of the Schenker Storen group (of which EHRET is a part) in solar protection, the Sunnehof project offers an inspiring example of sustainable and eco-responsible construction. Indeed, the distinctive contribution of EHRET shutters does not go unnoticed: aluminum sliding shutters elegantly integrated into the facade, as well as exterior curtains for balconies, add not only aesthetics but also functionality to the whole.

In addition to the sliding shutters, the clients chose exterior curtains for the recessed balconies. They allow residents to darken their interior spaces and above all offer them an additional insulating layer during cold winter days or hot summer days.

The completion of this work required careful planning and precise execution, with specific adaptation of orders to ensure the perfect fit of the architectural elements.

Wood and Minergie P at the heart of the project

In the heart of the peaceful rural setting of Fällanden in the canton of Zurich, an iconic new six-storey residential building is rising, the result of Fokus AG's vision for real estate development. This building, housing 42 apartments, harmoniously combines innovation and sustainability: it is entirely built with wooden elements and meets the strict requirements of the Minergie-P standard, as well as the principles of the 2000 watt society*.

The chosen timber frame construction method includes interior walls of cross-laminated timber. For the ceilings, a wood-concrete composite solution, with exposed cross-laminated timber ceilings, was used for the floors. The exterior appearance, characterized by a gray meadow facade, is also dominated by wood, ensuring harmonious integration into the natural environment.

*The 2.000 watt society is a project of the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich, Switzerland. Currently, in Switzerland (and in the West more generally), the power consumed per person is equivalent to an average of 6.000 watts. The idea of ​​the 2.000 watt company is to divide these needs by three.

Sliding shutter: perfect harmony between design and functionality

Aluminum sliding shutters represent a solution particularly suited to new constructions with large glazed surfaces. Their flexibility not only makes it possible to effectively regulate the entry of natural light and preserve the privacy of interior spaces, but also to integrate them harmoniously into the facade.

With their discreet and elegant design, these shutters can be adjusted to become a distinctive architectural element, adding a modern and functional touch to the overall aesthetic of the building. The choice of aluminum also offers advantages in terms of durability and ease of maintenance, ensuring lasting integration into the contemporary living environment.

In the case of Sunnehof, the 168 sliding shutters discreetly adopt the building's characteristic rectilinear design while providing effective protection against excessive glare and prying eyes. The selection of aluminum sliding shutters has several notable advantages, including their easy handling thanks to the hollow box profile.

This design allows not only harmonious integration into the facade, but also optimal functionality to easily adjust the entry of natural light into interior spaces. In addition, their maintenance is simplified thanks to their virtually maintenance-free structure, which helps to maintain the impeccable aesthetic appearance of Sunnehof over the long term.

To meet the strict insulation requirements of the Minergie-P standard, it was crucial to avoid thermal bridges when installing the sliding shutters at Sunnehof. Rather than drilling through the façade, an approach was taken where no wiring was required within the apartments for control.

Instead, a wireless solution based on radio technology was implemented. The motors of the 168 sliding shutters installed were equipped with this technology and carefully programmed individually to avoid any interference between the controls of the different apartments.

This strategy not only guarantees an installation without compromise on thermal insulation, but also offers efficient and modern management of the shutters, in accordance with Sunnehof's high standards of energy performance and comfort.

This sophisticated achievement is a great business card for the Schenker Storen and EHRET group, whose aluminum sliding shutters represent an essential solution in modern architecture, particularly for new constructions with large glazed surfaces, but also efficient in terms of comfort. thermal.

In addition, their ability to harmoniously integrate the facade, making it a predominant design element, makes them a first-rate aesthetic and functional choice.

Available in a variety of shapes and colors, they adapt perfectly to balconies, pergolas and loggias, providing maximum flexibility in architectural design. Easy to operate and virtually maintenance-free, these sliding shutters guarantee long-lasting performance and impeccable appearance for years to come.