WaterNest 100 or Housing on the Water

After years of research the architect Giancarlo Zema, already famous for his water creations, has designed in exclusive for the British firm EcoFloLife, an ecofriendly floating housing unit the WaterNest 100. It is an enveloping of 100 sqm residential unit, 12 m in diameter and 4 m high, made entirely of recycled glued laminated timber and a recycled aluminium hull. Balconies are conveniently located on the sides and thanks to the large windows, permit enjoyment of fascinating views over the water.

Bathroom and kitchen skylights are located on the wooden roof, as well as 60sqm of amorphous photovoltaic panels capable of generating 4 kWp which are used for the internal needs of the residential unit. The interior of WaterNest 100 can include a living room, dining area, bedroom, kitchen and bathroom or have other configurations according to the different housing or working needs.

It is perfect like an ecological house, office, lounge bar, restaurant, shop or exhibition floating space. The selected furnishings in the EcoFloLife catalogue are top design, eco-friendly and elegant, and thus meet the most demanding contemporary needs.

WaterNest 100 can be positioned along river courses, lakes, bays, atolls and sea areas with calm waters. The use of materials and sustainable production systems make this unit recyclable up to as much as 98%. In addition, thanks to a sophisticated system of internal natural micro-ventilation and air conditioning, it is classified as a low-consumption residential habitat. WaterNest 100 is the ideal solution for those wishing to live independently, exclusively and in complete harmony with nature.

Interior
The interior of the WaterNest 100 are characterized by being warm and welcoming, contemporary style and innovative. The scent of wood structure invades the space. The large windows allow light to enter and illuminate all day the environments. The furnishings are of high design in recycled and recyclable material - the result of a rigorous selection of the most renown and established eco-friendly contemporary design companies, thus meeting the trendiest style requirements.

Natural materials, soothing colors, soft shapes, allow you to live in an exclusive environment in direct contact with nature. Read a good book illuminated by the rays of the sun coming through the large windows, listen to soft music in an acoustically designed environment, stay comfortably on a chaise-longue of design close to a window that overlooks a magical pond, with WaterNest 100 this is possible.

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