By Yann Bacquet | Architect DPLG | AD VITAM
At AD VITAM, we believe architecture should do more than minimise environmental impact. It should actively contribute to ecological regeneration. This approach goes beyond traditional sustainability. It involves integrating nature as a key partner in the architectural design process.
Studying and Respecting Existing Ecosystems
Every project begins with a thorough study of the natural environment — sun orientation, biodiversity, soil characteristics, and water cycles. These are not limitations but resources that help us create harmony between the building and its surroundings.
Choosing Eco-Friendly and Local Materials
Our material selections aim to reduce carbon footprint and support sustainable industries: responsibly sourced timber, local stone, and bio-based insulation. When possible, we also reuse existing materials.
Enhancing Biodiversity and Water Management
Beyond the building itself, we design outdoor spaces that promote biodiversity and natural water management:
- Naturalistic gardens and green roofs.
- Rainwater infiltration systems.
- Planting of local, climate-appropriate species.
Balancing Human Comfort with Ecological Health
A building that respects the living world also offers enhanced quality of life: improved indoor air, passive thermal comfort, optimised natural lighting, and reduced reliance on artificial energy.
Towards Responsible and Resilient Architecture
Our goal is to create spaces that not only serve their immediate function but also generate long-term ecological and human value, in harmony with future generations.
AD VITAM | Building, Revealing, Transmitting.
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