Denvelops ComfortWall Successfully Validates a New Generation of Double Skin Facades for Building Renovation
A Successful Milestone for the ComfortWall Prototype
The ComfortWall project has been developed through a collaborative process involving DENVELOPS, ITeC (Institut de Tecnologia de la Construcció de Catalunya), the Catalan Housing Agency (Agència de l’Habitatge de Catalunya), IREC ( Fundació Institut de Recerca en Energia de Catalunya) and the architectural team Pich Architects. Together, the consortium has worked on the development of a new generation of industrialized double skin facade systems focused on sustainable renovation, energy efficiency, and scalable construction solutions for existing buildings.
The successful execution of the new Denvelops ComfortWall prototype marks an important milestone in the development of industrialized systems for the integral renovation of buildings. Presented at the Denvelops facilities in Igualada within the European PLURAL project, the prototype has demonstrated the technical feasibility, rapid installation capacity, and architectural integration potential of the new double skin facade system under real conditions.
An Innovative Double Skin Facade for Deep Building Renovation
The new ComfortWall double skin facade system has been designed as a lightweight prefabricated plug-and-use solution capable of integrating multiple building-performance technologies into a single industrialized envelope.
The prototype combines:
- Thermal insulation
- Intelligent ventilation systems
- Smart windows with integrated shading
- Photovoltaic energy generation
- Lightweight prefabricated facade technology
All these elements are integrated into a modular double skin facade system based on the patented Denvelops Hybrid TexTILES technology.
Lightweight Prefabricated Facade Technology
One of the key innovations of the ComfortWall system is its lightweight construction logic. The suspended prefabricated facade minimizes structural impact on existing buildings while facilitating transportation, installation, and maintenance.
The industrialized off-site fabrication strategy allows all facade components to be preassembled before arriving on site, significantly reducing construction complexity and installation times.
A Project Executed with Complete Success
The installation and assembly process of the prototype was completed successfully, validating months of research, engineering, and product development carried out together with the consortium partners of the PLURAL project.
One of the main achievements of the project has been the successful testing of the new modular assembly logic. Each frame was specifically designed to allow the preinstallation, transportation, and rapid on-site integration of all building components, simplifying construction processes while improving execution efficiency.
The project also demonstrated the excellent compatibility between industrialized construction methods and adaptive double skin facade technologies, reinforcing Denvelops’ vision of scalable and high-performance architectural skins.
Advantages of the Denvelops Double Skin Facade System
Fast and Efficient Installation
The industrialized prefabrication process reduces on-site labor, installation complexity, and overall renovation times.
Integrated Energy Performance
The incorporation of ventilation systems, photovoltaic panels, solar shading devices, and insulation within a single double skin facade solution improves energy efficiency and indoor comfort.
Full Accessibility and Maintenance
Thanks to the Denvelops “SNAP attachment” technology, the facade becomes fully accessible and maintainable without visible screws or invasive fixing systems.
Adaptable and Scalable Design
The modular logic of the ComfortWall system allows adaptation to different building typologies, renovation strategies, and architectural languages.
Sustainable Building Renovation
The lightweight and industrialized nature of the system contributes to more sustainable renovation processes by reducing waste, material consumption, and on-site construction impact.
Double Skin Facades Towards a New Generation of Living Architectural Envelopes
Beyond the technical validation of the prototype, the project demonstrates how Denvelops continues advancing toward a new generation of intelligent double skin facades capable of combining sustainability, industrialization, aesthetics, and energy performance within a single architectural system.
The successful realization of the ComfortWall prototype reinforces Denvelops’ position as a pioneer in adaptive architectural skins and double skin facade technologies for the renovation of existing buildings.