{"id":820,"date":"2020-07-31T19:12:28","date_gmt":"2020-07-31T15:12:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/biophile.ca\/?page_id=820"},"modified":"2025-12-08T11:43:12","modified_gmt":"2025-12-08T16:43:12","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/biophile.ca\/en\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"About"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Biophile<\/strong><\/h1>\n

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[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_column_text css=””]Biophile implements an architecture in the heart of nature, in harmony with the environment, in order to offer a bright living space open to the outside. The projects, under the custom formula, integrate the principles of passive solar design while offering a simple and authentic architecture reflecting the particular climate of Quebec.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”70px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”grid” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern” z_index=””][vc_column width=”1\/2″ el_class=”custom_implantation”]

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WOVEN INTO THE TERRITORY<\/strong><\/h3>
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The architectural approach blends naturally into the environment, in continuity with the landscape, the local fabric, and the community. Each intervention reinforces the territory's coherence and highlights its identity.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″ el_class=”custom_enveloppe”]

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IMPLEMENTATION<\/strong><\/h3>
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The implementation of a project aims to respect the ecosystem in place, namely sensitive environments, existing trees, and vegetation. The project is deposited on the site according to its topography, allowing the natural flow of rainwater. The orientation of the project is determined according to the principles of passive solar design.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”grid” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern” z_index=””][vc_column width=”1\/2″ el_class=”custom_materiaux”]

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CONTEMPORARY ARCHITECTURE<\/strong><\/h3>
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The architecture with streamlined design and volumes meets the expectations of the current era where space, flexibility and brightness promote an inspiring living space and well-being at home.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″ el_class=”custom_efficacite”]

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ON A HUMAN SCALE<\/strong><\/h3>
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Sensitive architecture focuses on well-being and comfort, prioritizing an intimate relationship with space while encouraging residents to make the living space their own.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”grid” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern” z_index=””][vc_column width=”1\/2″ el_class=”custom_lien”]

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LINK WITH NATURE<\/strong><\/h3>
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Contact with nature is prioritized by the extension of interior spaces to the exterior, abundant light, spectacular views of the landscape as well as noble and authentic materiality.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=”30px”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″ el_class=”custom_architecture”]

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ENVELOPE<\/strong><\/h3>
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The harsh climate requires efficient insulation of the interior and exterior interfaces, namely the slab on the ground, the exterior walls and the roof. The principles of passive solar design maximize the openings on the southern facade to take advantage of solar energy in order to make thermal gains in winter.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=”65px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”grid” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern” z_index=””][vc_column width=”1\/2″ el_class=”custom_lien”]

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ENERGY EFFICIENCY<\/strong><\/h3>
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The reduction at source is the easiest way to build ecologically. The volume of a project offers a reasonable usable area and the mechanical systems are reduced thanks to the passive solar design, a high-performance envelope and efficient natural ventilation.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=”30px”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″ el_class=”custom_architecture”]

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MATERIALS<\/strong><\/h3>
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The materials prioritized in the construction of a project are made from natural components, are local and contain recycled materials with the aim of creating an eco-responsible and healthy living space.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_column][\/vc_column]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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