Smart Living Lab

rebuiLT recrute ! Vous voulez en savoir plus sur les systèmes de construction durable ? Vous êtes intéressé par les Low Techs et la participation ? Vous voulez acquérir des compétences transversales et interdisciplinaires ? Alors vous êtes au bon endroit ! Rejoignez notre équipe dans l'aventure du lancement d'un projet et apprenez des compétences précieuses ! Réunion de recrutement le mardi 25 février à 17h30 au Pavillon rebuiLT (5min du campus). Date limite d'inscription à l'association le 9 mars. . . . . . . . . . . . . . rebuiLT est une association dirigée par des étudiants qui expérimente les low techs, la réutilisation, les matériaux biosourcés et les processus participatifs afin de repenser la construction pour un avenir meilleur. Notre projet actuel touche à sa fin et nous aimerions lancer une nouvelle initiative. C'est le moment idéal pour nous rejoindre et nous aider à définir les prochaines étapes. Venez rencontrer l'équipe, découvrez les projets passés et futurs, et voyez comment vous pouvez participer à cette aventure passionnante ! Nous avons hâte de vous rencontrer ! - Idées de projets et postes de recrutement: https://lnkd.in/etiZZkcP - Website: https://lnkd.in/eS-yxNmE - Informations sur l'inauguration: https://lnkd.in/gZgB-Nkb - Addresse du pavillon: https://lnkd.in/eTVmb44h #reuse #biosourced #participation #lowtech #sobriété #ENAC #STI #epflmakeprojects #makeadifferencetogether

🔎 How can cutting-edge research in Switzerland dialogue with social housing production in Latin America? At the forefront of innovation, the “Social Concrete: Towards a New Paradigm of Construction” research project is reimagining sustainable construction through Textile Reinforced Concrete (#TRC) — a lightweight material with transformative potential. 🏠 Since 2019, Brazilian researchers have joined forces with EPFL to co-lead the development of TRC technologies, integrating more sustainable materials like LC3 cement, into designs for social housing in #LatinAmerica. These efforts, supported by researchers from EPFL (Switzerland) ENAC and FAUBA (Brazil), built upon work since 2016. 👷Their latest milestone? The 2024 Prototype Pavilion Workshop at EPFL Fribourg brought together students in civil engineering and architecture to collaboratively design and build 1:1 Textile Reinforced Concrete (TRC) LC3 elements. 🧱 Inspired by Brazilian architect Lelé’s pioneering ferrocement research and rooted in #Switzerland's excellence in research and development, the workshop focused on applying innovation to create social housing solutions, bridging cutting-edge technology with community impact. 🤝 In partnership with Swiss ONG Grupo Sofonias, students experimented with LC3 cement, a groundbreaking sustainable binder developed at LMC lab EPFL. This initiative tackles the global need for safe, affordable, and sustainable shelter. This project aims to develop new ideas for housing in low-income environments by merging prefabrication techniques with self-construction methods in vulnerable urban settings. By combining Swiss ingenuity with Latin American expertise, we’re shaping a future where architecture and engineering work together to empower communities worldwide. 🌎 Access the EPFL's website for further information regarding this project: https://lnkd.in/eUaaCxVK #SwissnexBrazil #InnovationWithoutBorders #SustainableConstruction #SocialHousing #EPFL #UFBA #TextileReinforcedConcrete #LatinAmerica Gabriela DevaudPortasVilaseca Patricia Guaita

📢 PhD Opportunity at EPFL – 10 Days Left to Apply!📢 The ICE Lab at EPFL is looking for passionate and motivated candidates interested in the smart operation of personalized environmental control systems. 📅 Application deadline: February 15 ℹ️ Details: https://lnkd.in/ew682yq7 #PhD #EPFL #ResearchOpportunity #SmartSystems #EnvironmentalControl

The 2025 #ARCHEST Swiss-Korean winter school has started this week at the Blue Factory. Already, multi-disciplinary teams of students are collaborating to construct the prototypes they have designed last summer in Korea. This exchange program brings students from Université de Fribourg - Universität Freiburg, College of Engineering and Architecture of Fribourg, EPFL, Hanyang University, Sungkyunkwan University, Ewha Womans University with the precious support of Science & Technology Office Seoul Next Friday, the final #POCHAS will be presented to our expert panel

Une conférence-atelier animée par Sascha Nick, chercheur EPFL, sur la culture du bâti en Gruyère. C'est à Bulle, c'est gratuit et en français. EPFL ENAC

🚀 Exciting News from Building2050! 🏗️ We are thrilled to announce that the construction of the façade prototype for our future building (Smart Living Lab) within the Sustainable Technologies and Experimentation Pavilion (STEP) has officially started! 🎉 This prototype will allow us to: ✅ Test the future demountable façade module of the Smart Living Lab building (https://lnkd.in/eDY2X3vN). ✅ Validate innovative construction components under real conditions. ✅ Advance research on circular and low-carbon building systems. ✅ Support digitalization, renewable energy integration, and sustainable construction. Developed through a Living Lab approach, this initiative is also part of the SWEET SWICE project and involves key research groups in the field of sustainability in the built environment. This milestone would not be possible without the support of: 🏢 Cantonal Climate Plan of Etat de Fribourg - Staat Freiburg 🏢 EPFL & Smart Living Lab 🏢 BEHNISCH ARCHITEKTEN 🏢 Groupe JPF (Entreprise Generale + Ducret) 🏢 bluefactory Fribourg-Freiburg SA You can access the 3D model of the STEP pavilion via this link (https://lnkd.in/e3TqRAkS) The STEP pavilion will serve as a tool for integrating innovation and sustainability into building practices, supporting ongoing research and experimentation. Stay tuned for updates! 🔜 #Building2050 #SmartLivingLab #SustainableConstruction #Innovation #BIPV #CircularEconomy #EnergyTransition #Prefabrication #Digitalisation #SWEETSWICE

🏗️ Petite réunion de chantier 🦺 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗮𝗯: 𝗹𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝗮 𝗱𝗲́𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗲́ 👷♀️👷 Le bâtiment du Smart Living Lab entre dans sa phase de concrétisation. En effet, les travaux de terrassement ont commencé. Ce laboratoire vivant jouera un rôle pionnier dans l’utilisation efficace des ressources et dans les expérimentations qui y seront menés en conditions réelles, aussi bien dans sa construction que dans son exploitation. 🌍 En 2027, cet édifice de près de 5'000 mètres carrés abritera 10 chaires académiques, dont les activités de recherche et de développement porteront sur le futur de l'environnement bâti. Il verra aussi la création d'un Centre mondial pour la construction durable, dont les activités seront déployées à Fribourg et à Lausanne. 📢 Nous vous tiendrons régulièrement informés des étapes clés de cette construction qui marque une avancée importante pour notre écosystème. 📸 STEMUTZ.COM --------- 🏗️ Baubesprechung 🦺 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗮𝗯: 𝗗𝗶𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝘀𝘁 𝗲𝗿𝗼̈𝗳𝗳𝗻𝗲𝘁 👷♀️👷Die Bauarbeiten für das Smart Living Lab sind im Gang, die Aushubarbeiten haben begonnen. Das lebendige Labor wird im Hinblick auf eine effiziente Ressourcennutzung und Experimente unter realen Bedingungen eine Vorreiterrolle spielen – sowohl beim Bau als auch bei der Nutzung. 🌍 Im Jahr 2027 wird dieses rund 5’000 Quadratmeter grosse Gebäude zehn akademische Lehrstühle beherbergen, deren Forschungs- und Entwicklungsaktivitäten sich auf die Zukunft der gebauten Umwelt konzentrieren. Darüber hinaus wird ein «Centre for Worldwide Sustainable Construction» (CWSC) geschaffen werden, dessen Tätigkeiten sich auf Freiburg und Lausanne erstrecken werden. 📢 Wir werden Sie regelmässig über die wichtigsten Meilensteine dieses Bauprojekts informieren, das einen bedeutenden Fortschritt für unser Ökosystem darstellt. 📸 STEMUTZ.COM --------- 🏗️ Construction site meeting 🦺 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗮𝗯: 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗱 👷♀️👷Excavation work on the Smart Living Lab has started as the building enters its realization phase. This living laboratory will play a pioneering role in the efficient use of resources, conducting experiments under real-world conditions during both construction and operation. 🌍 In 2027, this nearly 5,000-square-meter building will accommodate 10 academic disciplines whose research and development activities focus on the future of the built environment. It will also see the creation of a Centre for Worldwide Sustainable Construction CWSC, whose activities will be deployed in Fribourg and Lausanne. 📢 We will keep you regularly informed about the key milestones of this construction, which represents a significant step forward for our ecosystem. 📸 STEMUTZ.COM #Fribourg #Freiburg #bluefactory #Innovation #Technology #Sustainibility #SmartLiving #SwissInnovation #switzerlandInnovationParkWestEPFL

A big congratulations to my PhD student, and now Dr. Joan Rey, on the successful defense of his thesis! Joan's research tackles one of the most pressing environmental health challenges: accurate assessment of indoor radon, a radioactive noble gas that has been recognized as a carcinogen. His thesis, titled “Assessment of methods for radon detection in buildings” addresses the complexities of measuring radon in buildings through which he delivered several important insights: - He evaluated the performance of passive dosimeters and real-time radon devices under lab and real-world conditions, offering much-needed clarity on measurement reliability. - He explored predictive models for radon levels, shedding light on their potential and limitations, while paving the way for future advancements. This achievement is the result of a collaborative effort between EPFL ENAC and College of Engineering and Architecture of Fribourg at the Smart Living Lab and was co-supervised by Prof. Joëlle Goyette Pernot and myself. Thank you, Joan, for your hard work, dedication, and fantastic team spirit. Your research excellence has been truly inspiring, and I’m excited to see the impact you’ll make as you embark on your next chapter together with HEIA Fribourg.

Indoor air quality is of primary concern for public health and radon gas is one of the most deadly pollutants, causing hundreds of deaths from lung cancer every year in Switzerland alone - yet we can't smell nor see it. Joan Rey dedicated four years of research to improve our knowledge on how to detect radon in the buildings we live in. He successfully defended his doctoral thesis that was co-supervised by Joëlle Goyette Pernot and Dusan Licina. Congrats Dr. Rey ! This is the result of a scientific collaboration between EPFL and College of Engineering and Architecture of Fribourg at the Smart Living Lab. Read all about it here https://lnkd.in/evcFYtZ7 EPFL ENAC #IAQ #radon

🎉 New Website Release! 🎉 I'm thrilled to announce the launch of our new website, www.buildinglowcarbon.com, dedicated to promoting research on building carbon budgets and whole life cycle assessments. You will find projects, 50+ research papers, tools, databases... This platform is a testament to the incredible work of my team at the Institut ENERGY , who have tirelessly contributed their expertise and passion to this project. 💪🌟 Our website aims to provide valuable resources and insights into low-carbon building strategies, aiming to reduce the environmental impact of construction and promote sustainable development. 🌍🏗️ By sharing knowledge and innovative solutions, we can make a significant difference in the fight against climate change. As an example, I take this opportunity to highlight the Light Budget Project, which focuses on optimizing the balance between natural light and carbon emissions in building design. A key feature of this project is the Facade Design Explorer Tool, which allows users to explore hundreds of thousands of building archetypes and their respective carbon footprints and daylight performance. This tool is an invaluable resource for architects and engineers striving to create sustainable and efficient building designs. 🛠️📐 Yasmine Priore Lucile Schulthess Dr. Zuhaib Batra Sandro Trevisani Nazanin Rezaei Oghazi Lucas Hajiro Neves Mosquini #Sustainability #LowCarbonBuilding #ClimateAction #Innovation