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| Project | Renovation of monuments, Kandern |
| Client | Eden Homes GmbH, Kandern |
Architect | Stammler Architectural Office, Kandern |
| Roofers | Installation Gabriel Tscherter, Steinen |
| Interior fittings | Clint Taylor, Kandern |
| Ground work | Bächle GmbH, Schliengen |
| Wood fibre insulation | Gutex Multiplex-top, Gutex Thermofibre, Gutex Thermoflex, Gutex Thermosafe-wd |
| Photos | Martin Granacher/Thomas Stocker |
The listed main house and barn complex is set back from the main street, within sight of the River Kander from which it takes its name, and is an exemplary example of the region's building tradition. The barn adjoins the main house at right angles; it too has recently been extended. When completed, it will also provide affordable rented accommodation, which has been subsidised by the Rural Development Programme (ELR). A total of nine modern residential units with living space ranging from 40 to 140 square metres will be available in the historic old building from early summer 2024.
The roofs were renovated using Gutex Thermofibre blown-in wood-fibre insulation in the space between the rafters, and the 35-mm thick pressure-resistant Gutex Multiplex-top under-roof panel as additional insulation on the rafters. The latter forms a stable top layer thanks to its tongue-and-groove joints, and is easy to fit. Gutex insulation panels, which have been proven to be rainproof and windproof, also have excellent heat-storing capacity, providing effective protection against both heat and cold. Like all Gutex insulation materials, they are made from the sustainable raw material wood, are recyclable and have been awarded the "natureplus" eco-label for their harmlessness to construction.
The interior was also completely refurbished and refitted with new lightweight partitions. Here, Gutex Thermoflex flexible insulation batts were clamped without any gaps in the framework. Gutex Thermosafe-wd compression-resistant insulation board was also used for the insulation under the new screed.
