Conservation of the building heritage of Villa Fortuna

The project

The intervention on the buildings is based on principles of bio-architecture and energy autonomy, with zero occupation of new land.

The building complex, consisting of a villa and a historic farmstead protected by the Fine Arts, as well as two farmsteads and an accommodation facility, will be restored following criteria of philological conservation and performance improvement. The intervention includes the use of materials compatible with the original structure, static consolidation and implementation of thermal insulation systems with natural materials including clay to reduce energy loss. Work has begun and will be completed at the end of 2027.

Energy production

The energy production system is based on a mix of renewable sources to ensure self-sufficiency and reduce CO₂ emissions. Technologies adopted include:

• low-enthalpy geothermal energy, for heating buildings;
• photovoltaic panels, for electricity generation with storage through high-efficiency batteries;
• wood biomass boilers, with advanced combustion systems and very low particulate emissions, used as a supplement during the winter months. During the summer season, the surplus energy generated by photovoltaics will be stored and/or released to the grid; in winter, the scarce photovoltaic production will be allocated to electricity and the latest generation of wood boilers will be used for heating. Geothermal energy and heat pumps will optimize consumption for heating and cooling.