HOW TO CREATE A GREEN INDUSTRY?
1. PRODUCTION IN A PARK-LIKE ENVIRONMENT
2. ZONING ALLOWING FOR FUTURE DEVELOPMENT
3. “NATURAL” WORKSPACE
4. ENVIRONMENT STIMULATING PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
5. HEATING, COOLING, AND VENTILATION FROM NATURE
Green Industrial Buildings
PRODUCTION IN A PARK-LIKE SETTING
Ceratizit's new production zone is a unique complex in Bulgaria, combining sustainable design with environmental restoration. It frees up riverside space, transforming it into a modern recreational area.
Production halls are adjacent to a green space for breaks and meetings. The eastern bank of the Yantra River is developed into a park for employees and residents. The former warehouse area is now a relaxation zone with landscaping, benches, and a cafe. The second level features an indoor park, playground, amphitheater, and sports complex.
Ceratizit's new production zone is a unique complex in Bulgaria, combining sustainable design with environmental restoration. It frees up riverside space, transforming it into a modern recreational area.
Production halls are adjacent to a green space for breaks and meetings. The eastern bank of the Yantra River is developed into a park for employees and residents. The former warehouse area is now a relaxation zone with landscaping, benches, and a cafe. The second level features an indoor park, playground, amphitheater, and sports complex.
ZONING ALLOWING FOR FUTURE DEVELOPMENT
The existing buildings block access to the river, so the new design creates an open spatial system integrated with the natural environment. New production buildings are arranged North-South, with a flexible design for future adaptation. A vertical installation space along the West facade houses all technical equipment. Installations within the production area will be distributed high up, allowing for future rearrangement of equipment.
DEMOLITION AND RECYCLING
Several existing buildings will be demolished. Sustainable practices will be employed, with much of the construction waste recycled on-site.
NEW ELEMENTS IN A GREEN ENVIRONMENT
Following demolition, the following will be built:
- New energy block
- Warehouse with additional functions
- Production buildings 1 and 2
- Sports fields with fire reservoir
- River amphitheater
- Water features for cooling used water
- Maneuvering area
- New visitor parking
- New pedestrian bridge
- Changing rooms and restaurant
- Waste and chip shed
ZONING
The main buildings are divided into three zones:
- Installation space with an accessible underground collector on the West side.
- Production and storage area in the middle.
- Office and amenity area on the East side, connected by a second-level walkway.
The existing buildings block access to the river, so the new design creates an open spatial system integrated with the natural environment. New production buildings are arranged North-South, with a flexible design for future adaptation. A vertical installation space along the West facade houses all technical equipment. Installations within the production area will be distributed high up, allowing for future rearrangement of equipment.
DEMOLITION AND RECYCLING
Several existing buildings will be demolished. Sustainable practices will be employed, with much of the construction waste recycled on-site.
NEW ELEMENTS IN A GREEN ENVIRONMENT
Following demolition, the following will be built:
- New energy block
- Warehouse with additional functions
- Production buildings 1 and 2
- Sports fields with fire reservoir
- River amphitheater
- Water features for cooling used water
- Maneuvering area
- New visitor parking
- New pedestrian bridge
- Changing rooms and restaurant
- Waste and chip shed
ZONING
The main buildings are divided into three zones:
- Installation space with an accessible underground collector on the West side.
- Production and storage area in the middle.
- Office and amenity area on the East side, connected by a second-level walkway.
"NATURAL" WORKSPACE
The Yantra River is key to the new production zone's energy efficiency and recreation strategy. The river acts as a natural ventilation corridor, utilizing prevailing southerly winds. Building placement allows for cross-ventilation between and through structures. Openness to the river and clear East-West passages facilitate natural ventilation throughout the zone. In essence, the design leverages the natural environment to create a comfortable and energy-efficient workspace.
The Yantra River is key to the new production zone's energy efficiency and recreation strategy. The river acts as a natural ventilation corridor, utilizing prevailing southerly winds. Building placement allows for cross-ventilation between and through structures. Openness to the river and clear East-West passages facilitate natural ventilation throughout the zone. In essence, the design leverages the natural environment to create a comfortable and energy-efficient workspace.
WATER
The river amphitheater reconnects people with the river, creating an accessible recreational space for employees and residents.
LIGHT AND VENTILATION
Office spaces are located on two levels near the river, maximizing natural light. Light tunnels provide natural illumination deep into office and production areas. Ventilation is achieved through facade flaps in the office zone and roof vents in the production area.
GREENERY
The vertical installation space is enclosed by louvers for ventilation and a green wall to reduce overheating. Irrigation is drip-fed, using water captured from the Yantra River. In essence, the design prioritizes natural elements like water, light, and greenery to create a sustainable and pleasant working environment.
The river amphitheater reconnects people with the river, creating an accessible recreational space for employees and residents.
LIGHT AND VENTILATION
Office spaces are located on two levels near the river, maximizing natural light. Light tunnels provide natural illumination deep into office and production areas. Ventilation is achieved through facade flaps in the office zone and roof vents in the production area.
GREENERY
The vertical installation space is enclosed by louvers for ventilation and a green wall to reduce overheating. Irrigation is drip-fed, using water captured from the Yantra River. In essence, the design prioritizes natural elements like water, light, and greenery to create a sustainable and pleasant working environment.
ENVIRONMENT STIMULATING PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
The indoor recreational area connects all the main new buildings. It serves as both a transport hub and a space for rest, meetings, and work in an "open office" style.
- The area achieves a near-natural climate through facade flaps for ventilation, extensive glazing, and light tunnels.
- It is "open," with movable glass walls towards offices and break areas.
- The Yantra River and outdoor recreational zones provide a natural backdrop.
This area is a flexible space for employees to meet, work, and exchange ideas in a relaxed setting. It will also host interns, managers, consultants, and visitors to the Ceratizit facility.
In essence, this space fosters collaboration and personal development by providing a comfortable and inspiring environment connected to nature.
The indoor recreational area connects all the main new buildings. It serves as both a transport hub and a space for rest, meetings, and work in an "open office" style.
- The area achieves a near-natural climate through facade flaps for ventilation, extensive glazing, and light tunnels.
- It is "open," with movable glass walls towards offices and break areas.
- The Yantra River and outdoor recreational zones provide a natural backdrop.
This area is a flexible space for employees to meet, work, and exchange ideas in a relaxed setting. It will also host interns, managers, consultants, and visitors to the Ceratizit facility.
In essence, this space fosters collaboration and personal development by providing a comfortable and inspiring environment connected to nature.
HEATING, COOLING, AND VENTILATION FROM NATURE
Two strategies ensure energy efficiency in the new buildings:
WARM MONTHS
Cooling is achieved using water-to-water heat pumps drawing water from the Yantra River. Warmed water is then discharged into a fire reservoir and cooling pond before returning to the river.Electricity for the system is generated entirely by 1,585 rooftop photovoltaic panels.
COLD MONTHS
Warm air from production processes is captured, filtered, mixed with fresh air, and recirculated to work areas. Electricity for this system comes from the photovoltaic panels and the power grid. In essence, the system leverages the river for cooling and waste heat recovery, supplemented by solar power, to minimize energy consumption and environmental impact.
Two strategies ensure energy efficiency in the new buildings:
WARM MONTHS
Cooling is achieved using water-to-water heat pumps drawing water from the Yantra River. Warmed water is then discharged into a fire reservoir and cooling pond before returning to the river.Electricity for the system is generated entirely by 1,585 rooftop photovoltaic panels.
COLD MONTHS
Warm air from production processes is captured, filtered, mixed with fresh air, and recirculated to work areas. Electricity for this system comes from the photovoltaic panels and the power grid. In essence, the system leverages the river for cooling and waste heat recovery, supplemented by solar power, to minimize energy consumption and environmental impact.
