Case studies

Schneider Electric’s IntenCity building in Grenoble achieves net‑zero operational carbon through high energy performance, renewable energy use and a reorganisation strategy that reduces emissions across multiple sites.

A housing project in Rotterdam demonstrates how pension fund capital can deliver adequate, sustainable and affordable homes, combining mixed‑tenure units with climate‑resilient and energy‑efficient features.

A cooperative housing development in Farum, Denmark, integrates resident ownership, shared facilities and low‑carbon design, combining social participation with resource‑efficient construction and climate‑resilient features.

Bergen has transformed a former school into an inclusion centre using the Dignity by Design framework, co‑locating services for refugees and the local community while prioritising reuse of materials and social outcomes.

EFdeN 4C shows how a solar‑powered, fully electric dwelling can achieve net‑zero operational carbon through high efficiency, onsite renewable production and integrated bioclimatic design.

The Herdweg 19 office building applies a mixed ventilation concept and thermal activation to support indoor comfort and operational efficiency within a flexible workspace.

A 1970s office building in Amsterdam has been refurbished to improve energy performance, integrate circular design measures and achieve an energy‑positive balance supported by renewable systems.

The project evaluates material choices for long‑term maintenance, repair and reuse, investigating how lower‑carbon housing can be achieved within urban development constraints.

A case study in Morangis shows how an attic conversion and whole‑house renovation improved indoor comfort and energy performance, transforming a class‑F dwelling into a class‑A home.

Habitat Lab transforms a former 1950s cafeteria into a training and innovation space that combines refurbishment and extension to demonstrate sustainable construction solutions under real operating conditions.