by admin | Nov 22, 2025 | Architects, Articles
Deadlines From 2030, homes in Spain must meet strict insulation and energy‑efficiency standards under the Technical Building Code (CTE) and new EU‑driven rules, with a minimum energy rating of “E” required for any property to be legally sold or rented, tightening to...
by admin | May 21, 2025 | Architects
Steico Insulation: What is it? Steico insulation products are an eco-friendly, high-performance building insulation, crafted primarily from natural wood fibres. Their range of materials is designed to provide comprehensive protection against cold, heat, noise, and...
by admin | Apr 28, 2025 | Architects, Articles
Spain’s recent power grid collapse exposed how fragile modern energy systems can become when technology overtakes resilience. The failure began with a single faulty solar inverter triggering voltage oscillations across an already weakened Iberian grid. With too little...
by admin | Mar 21, 2025 | Architects, Articles
Radon gas, the silent killer, is lurking in thousands of Spanish homes, schools, and workplaces. Invisible, odourless, and tasteless, this radioactive gas seeps up from the ground and accumulates indoors, often without any warning signs. In Spain, radon is now the...
by admin | Nov 4, 2024 | Architects, Articles, Power
Foundations on Clay Soil Building a strong foundation is crucial when constructing a structure on clay soil. Clay soil can be challenging due to its high water content and tendency to expand and contract with changes in moisture levels. However, with proper planning...
by admin | Jul 20, 2024 | Architects, Articles
The Hidden Battery in Your Walls and Floors: Thermal Mass and the Renewable Grid As the world races to decarbonise the energy grid, the spotlight often falls on “Long Duration Energy Storage” (LDES)—technologies like hydrogen, gravity storage, and flow...
