Architects

Sì Ceramica!, a project for middle school students

An innovative educational initiative aims to encourage middle school students in the Emilia-Romagna region to discover more about the Italian ceramic industry

Decarbonisation of building materials

The CA4BM study of building material decarbonisation was presented at Cersaie with a focus on ceramic products. The Italian ceramic industry is already investing heavily in improving its environmental performance

Italian clay products: a material that is friendly to humans and the environment

The construction industry is devoting increasing attention to human health and the environment. Today, the performance of construction products must take into account not only supply, installation and maintenance issues but also the impact of products on the natural environment and the healthiness of the building.

Creating healthy environments with Italian heavy clay products

In recent years, the European Commission has issued a series of directives aimed at reducing the environmental impact of buildings. nZEBs (Nearly Zero Energy Buildings) are buildings with almost zero energy consumption based on construction models typical of northern Europe.

Building culture and sustainability in the Mediterranean region

The Mediterranean region has a unique architectural heritage. To address the challenges posed by climate change and construct increasingly sustainable buildings, we need to revisit traditional methods. Solid brick masonry and well-ventilated interiors guarantee optimal comfort in all seasons while minimising environmental impact. In-depth knowledge of Mediterranean climatic conditions has made it possible to develop even more effective solutions that optimise resources and improve living standards by blending time-honoured traditions with innovative technologies.

The sustainable life cycle of Italian structural clay products

A natural material Structural clay products are sustainable materials that contain clay, a material of natural origin which is extracted using methods that are friendly to the environment and the...

Recycling Italian clay roof tiles

In keeping with the growing awareness of environmental issues such as energy and raw materials savings and emissions reductions, in 2018 Italy appointed EPD Italy as its national Program Operator responsible for issuing environmental product declarations.

Italian clay roof tiles: for innovative and sustainable roofs

By 2050, more than 80% of the EU’s population will live in cities. Within the same timeframe, the International Energy Agency (IEA) has estimated that demand for indoor air conditioning will triple.

High energy performance buildings with Italian heavy clay products

The revised Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) proposed by the European Commission emphasises the significant contribution of clay building products to more sustainable construction. Thanks to their characteristics, materials such as clay bricks and roof tiles reduce consumption and ensure high energy performance throughout the life cycle of buildings. They are also highly durable and can be easily recycled.

Following traces

Attention to the context, a mindful approach to the location and a thoughtful selection of materials are the guiding principles behind Westway Architects’ design choices. These are particularly evident in a project in Ethiopia where they made extensive use of Italian ceramic tiles