Today we will talk about the main advantages of the bioclimatic pergola. An architectural solution that is currently becoming popular.
The bioclimatic pergola is that structure that takes advantage of the natural resources offered by the context to generate interior comfort. The prefix “bio” is added because it links the biology of the environment with people’s health.
This consists of a structure that integrates a roof with adjustable slats that take advantage of the natural resources around it, such as air currents, to provide maximum climate comfort inside.
1 SOLAR PROTECTION
The bioclimatic pergola protects 100% from solar radiation and UV rays when the slats are closed. So it creates a safe environment to live outside. In addition, different elements such as vertical awnings can be integrated around the perimeter of the pergola, so that these help to regulate the light flow that enters the interior.
2 VENTILATION
To improve the quality of the indoor air or to refresh it, the roof slats can be oriented to generate air currents. If the pergola is attached to the facade, it will help to better ventilate the temperature inside. Since the pergola creates a space with shade and therefore cooler, and at the same time it allows the warm air to flow outside whenever there is cross ventilation.
We have different roof systems, such as the retractable bioclimatic that allows you to open the roof completely so that the environment can be cooled more quickly.
3 MAXIMUM CUSTOMIZATION
For the bioclimatic pergola to be well integrated with the environment where it is to be located, or to create a point of attention, we have a wide variety of lacquers ranging from gray to sand, green, or ivory colors that now they are also a trend. It can also be lacquered in the desired color within the RAL chart. We can play with a single-colored or two-colored pergola, which means that the structure has one tone while the slats can be another color. The finish of the paint can be either glossy or matte textured.
It allows the inclusion of low-consumption LED lighting, both on the slats and around the entire perimeter of the cover. And thus being able to enjoy the pergola at any time of the day.
4 NEW USEFUL SPACE
Installing a bioclimatic pergola at home, or in public facilities, will allow you to create a new environment outside that can be used for different purposes. It is a pergola that, thanks to its functions, is used throughout the year. In the hottest months we will get a cooler space, and in the coldest months, if we have perimeter awnings or glass curtains, we will have an air-conditioned environment.
5 REDUCTION OF AIR CONDITIONING EXPENDITURE
If we have the pergola attached to the facade, it will provide a space with shade and therefore cooler during the hottest months of the year as it will prevent the incidence of light and heat towards the interior. When it is the coolest hours of the day, it is recommended to orient the slats so that they can generate a current of air and improve the ventilation of the house, at the same time that it will help to renew the indoor air.
In colder months, we will open the pergola to allow more light and solar heat to enter the house.
If you have any doubts about the bioclimatic pergola, from Mallol we will advise you and advise you on the system that best suits your needs. You can contact us from here.