Ventilated walls

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Le ventilated walls, ventilated facades, are an innovative construction system to improve the energy performance and comfort of a building. It is an architectural solution that involves the creation of a cavity between the external wall of the building and the external cladding, which allows the passage of air. This system is designed to promote natural ventilation of the facade, reducing the influence of climatic conditions on internal structures and improving the energy efficiency of the building.

Ventilated walls are generally composed of:

- bearing structure which supports the outer covering and creates space for ventilation;

- ventilation cavity, empty space between the external cladding and the load-bearing wall that allows airflow;

- external coating which can be made of different materials, such as stone, ceramic, wood, metal or composite material, and has an aesthetic and protective function;

- thermal and/or waterproof barrier, It is sometimes placed between the load-bearing wall and the cavity to provide additional insulation benefits.

The benefits of ventilated walls are many.

- Thermal insulation: Natural ventilation helps regulate internal temperatures, reducing the need for heating and cooling. During the summer, air circulating in the cavity removes heat from the exterior façade, improving energy efficiency and maintaining cooler internal temperatures.

- Soundproofing: The air in the cavity can also help reduce noise from outside, improving acoustic comfort inside buildings.

- Moisture protection: the ventilated facade reduces the risk of condensation forming, as ventilation prevents humidity from accumulating in the walls, reducing the risk of structural damage and mould formation.

- Durability and reduced maintenance: the system helps protect the load-bearing structures of the building, reducing deterioration caused by atmospheric agents. In addition, the external cladding can be easily replaced without having to intervene on the internal structures.

- Aesthetics and versatility: thanks to the possibility of choosing different materials for the cladding, the ventilated facade can be designed to adapt to different architectural styles, improving the aesthetic appearance of the building.