H2 Residence is a contemporary three-apartment building in the suburbs of Athens, designed by 314 Architecture Studio. The three floors of the building each house one apartment with 250 square meters (2,690 square feet) of space. This condominium was built in a very nature-conscious manner, with all construction materials featuring a low-carbon footprint, and all interior materials being natural instead of industrial.
For an efficient bioclimatic design, the building features an atrium that channels light towards the secondary areas of the apartments, and which works as “a funnel exit for warm air energy consumption in the summer months”. An intelligently designed building-water connection ensures natural cooling, thus reducing the need for energy-consuming air conditioning systems.
Each apartment features one master bedroom and two smaller ones, and is tastefully appointed to ooze a sense of luxury and elegance. Sculptures of Gianni Asprason decorate the living rooms for a plus of style. Completing the project is a roof garden, from where the Argosaronic Sea can be admired in all its splendor.
I’m fascinated by how H2 Residence integrates sustainability with luxury. How do the natural materials and bioclimatic design impact daily living comfort? Also, I’d love to know more about the roof garden’s role in the building’s ecosystem!
Thank you! Natural materials enhance indoor air quality and warmth, while bioclimatic design optimizes natural light and ventilation, boosting comfort. The roof garden supports biodiversity, reduces heat, and provides a relaxing communal space, enriching both the environment and residents’ well-being.