Project Overview
The Nordic Glass Villa is a 180 m² modern family residence nestled in the forests of Sigulda, Latvia. Designed to maximize natural light and forest views, the home features wraparound floor-to-ceiling tempered glass walls, a warm European oak interior, and a high-performance steel frame engineered to withstand heavy Baltic snowfall.
This project blends minimalist Nordic aesthetics with advanced building technology — resulting in a home that is both breathtaking and incredibly energy efficient.
Materials Used
- Galvanized high-tensile steel frame
- Triple-glazed tempered safety glass with argon fill
- Solid European oak flooring and interior paneling
- Natural stone accent walls
- Aluminum-clad window mullions
Insulation Details
- U-value of 0.6 W/m²K on glazing
- Low-E thermal coating for heat retention
- Heat-recovery ventilation (HRV) system
- Underfloor radiant heating throughout
- Continuous vapor barrier and thermal break framing