The windows of Kløverbakken create comfort and reduce energy consumption
In Odder, Denmark, you’ll find the residential community Kløverbakken – proud winner of Sustainable Wood Construction of the Year, 2022. The community earned this recognition for its thoughtful approach, where residents played a big part in making
CO saving choices for the construction of their homes and the surrounding areas.
Kløverbakken is a noteworthy project because the stakeholders have collaboratively succeeded in constructing a small village in partnership with future residents, who have significantly influenced material choices, design, and landscaping. Thybo Ejendomsudvikling is the developer and contractor for the project, while Tegnestuen Arken has served as the architect and consulting engineer. The choice of materials has been crucial in this project. The homes are crafted from wood and are notably smaller than the national average. The choice of windows naturally plays an important role and contributes to reducing the project’s overall climate impact.
Rationel AURAPLUS windows have been installed in Kløverbakken’s total of 58 homes. The windows contribute to significant CO savings per resident. With its three layers of glass, AURAPLUS windows protect and insulate. Their strategic placement ensures both light and heat intake throughout the day. This provides a higher level of passive heat and means that the houses require only a minimum of heating energy. The windows also play a crucial role in residents’ indoor climate and ensure a comfortable indoor temperature both in summer and winter.
Outside the homes, residents have access to social meeting places in the form of a communal house and an orangery, while the landscaping contributes to promoting biodiversity.
