VIVIUS develops

The BAUBAU party focused on personal interaction, strong networks, and sustainable visions for the future. At the same time, the evening provided an opportunity to showcase BAUBAU as a premium brand for high-quality construction projects designed to stand the test of time, as well as the VIVIUS innovation cluster and the flagship project “KIOSK Gand.”

From Need to Vision of the Future

Casa Milli in Ruffrè (TN) combines traditional timber frame construction techniques with innovative solutions for a fully recyclable building design. Regional wood, reused stones, and wooden floorboards form the basis, complemented by clay building boards and cellulose insulation. A carbon fiber heating system powered by electricity from the photovoltaic system provides radiant heat, while integrated humidity sensors ensure the longevity of the building.

When renovating an old farmhouse, VIVIUS opted for hemp bricks made from hemp, natural lime, and water—a construction method that combines ecological efficiency and regional value creation. Complemented by a wall heating system with reed mats and a photovoltaic system, the result is a residential building for three families that combines sustainability and innovation.

The municipality of Eppan commissioned VIVIUS to provide consulting services for the new Rastwiesen implementation plan. The focus was on aspects of sustainability: the preservation and reforestation of the park and recreation area, the creation of affordable housing, and the promotion of green mobility.

Together with over 30 experts from across South Tyrol, we have developed guidelines for radically sustainable construction for the NOI Tech Park. The 70-page document contains guidelines written specifically for specialist planners and addresses all three areas of sustainability (ecology, social issues, and economics). In addition, a new planning process has been defined to ensure the sustainable planning of the new NOI buildings.

The Gand kiosk is being created as a new meeting place for community, culture, and local amenities in the neighborhood. Developed in a participatory process with students and citizens, it combines multifunctionality with sustainable construction. This creates a flexible space that strengthens social life and serves as a model project for future-oriented neighborhood development.

On the path to greater sustainability in construction, VIVIUS has launched an initiative in collaboration with external partners to measure the direct and indirect environmental impact of its operations.

The project brief for class 3H at the Peter Anich Technical College for Construction in Bolzano was to design a small building that would become the future meeting place for the Obere Gand residential area in Appiano.