Data Report 2024 Architecture and Renovation

Materials

1 out of 4

projects include Terrazzo somewhere in the house. It's one of the most interesting trends we've seen re-emerge due to its versatility and customization options.

80%

of the projects use microcement on the walls of the bathroom, clearly recessed to porcelain. It is resistant enough for vertical surfaces, minimalist and resolves edges.

In parallel, there is a setback in the installation of microcement for the floor due to its low resistance.

92%

of the projects include natural oak wood, whether in floors, furniture, doors or windows. It is still the material par excellence.

27% marble

51% porcelain

More than half of the countertops that were placed are made of porcelain, due to their resistance. But the authenticity of marble is increasingly taking center stage. To a lesser extent, stainless steel is also placed.

Distribution

64% special divisor

36% without divider

More than half of our renovations have integrated special dividing doors. The flexibility of housing is an essential requirement to be able to isolate oneself or to have a more fluid space.

52% sliders

48% foldable

The distribution of the type of door opening is still very even, it varies depending on the privacy needed in the space.

74% teleworking (2024)

26% teleworking (2020)

In recent years, especially since Covid, special spaces prepared for working from home have increased considerably.

61% kitchen island

It is still a widely used resource but the trend seems to have stalled.

Sustainability

35.9%

Reduction of carbon footprint

Before the reform, homes generated approximately 4.37 tons of CO₂ per year (9,000 kWh of electricity and 1,200 m³ of natural gas). After the reform, which included the installation of high-efficiency air conditioners, bioclimatic distribution and insulation improvements, it reduced energy consumption to 5,500 kWh of electricity and 800 m³ of natural gas. Lowering annual emissions to 2.80 tons of CO₂, 35.9% less.

The total carbon footprint to carry out a reform is 18.55 tons of CO₂.

* The values correspond only to two floors where we had the measurement before the renovation.

Indoor air quality

Indoor air quality and creating a safer and healthier environment for residents has become a priority. More and more products and suppliers are being selected taking into account that they use materials with a low content of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), such as ecological paints and sealants.

Thanks to the insulation of walls, windows and ceilings, the temperature of the renovated space is improved compared to the outside.

Impact on property value

34.8%

A new value that we have studied is the impact on the value of the property after a good renovation. Not only do renovations aesthetically transform a home, but they can also significantly increase its value the better they are designed and executed. In our recent projects, we have seen increases in property value of 34.8%.

For example, in a house in the center of Barcelona with an initial value of 600,000€, its value has increased by 210,000€, resulting in a total of 810,000€. This shows that an investment in quality and design improvements is not only an investment in comfort and style, but also in long-term financial value.

Conclusions

Driven by process analysis and innovation, we want to transform the way we do things in architecture. The projects are balanced by combining aesthetics, functionality and sustainability. Through creative solutions and innovative tools, we continue to move towards a future where spaces are not only beautiful, but also efficient and responsible to the environment.

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