The self-sufficient Sun House project by architect Luca Donner is a good example of hi-end architecture, designed for smart energy living. The concept lies on the variation of sunlight during the day and in different seasons. Each apartment has integrated photovoltaic panels that can virtually produce enough electricity to cover the building’s needs, and the glass facades provide additional light and warmth. Plus, Sun House can gather not only sun, but also water– rain water is collected through its core to a tank at the base of the tower, so it can be used for everyday necessities. Sun House’s construction consists of prefabricated modules, assembled on top of each other (by a crane or by a helicopter) around a central core, which bears the building. Viewed from above, the particular modules look like flower petals, lit up by the sun.

//About The Architect:
D&SA is an international know architectural design office based in Italy, dedicated to create innovative projects Founded by Prof. Arch. Luca Donner and Arch. Francesca Sorcinelli, the firm pays particular attention to the theme of sustainable architecture, based on experimentation and research in various fields like Architecture, Planning, Landscape and Interiors The research into new architecture typologies and solutions, applied to this themes is represented through various projects developed by the D&SA around the world. Their projects have been awarded various prizes in internat. competitions.