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Publication Restricted Energy efficient refurbishment strategies in 100 years-old single family houses(2025) Margaux Metzen; Martin, Javier; Interior Architecture/Interior Design (MA) (Two-Year); Berlin International University of Applied SciencesThis master thesis examines whether and to what extent interior design can contribute to the energy-efficient refurbishment of existing single-family homes. The focus is on developing and elaborating strategies that demonstrate the extent to which interior architecture can act as a bridge between the preservation of architectural identity and technical modernisation. How can spaces be created that meet both parts, the historical character of a building and the ecological requirements? The basis for this is the issue of climate change and, in this context, the increasing urgency for sustainable construction. Ambitious climate goals in Germany, such as climate neutrality by 2045, advocate the relevance of renovating existing buildings. In Germany in particular, a large proportion of the building stock consists of old buildings, which is why energy optimisation can serve as a central lever for CO2 savings and more climate-friendly living. In the course of this master thesis, it emerges that interior architecture can be used as a mediating bridge between history and the demands of the present. Furthermore, this thesis also refers to theoretical concepts such as adaptive reuse and the palimpsest approach, as well as to technical knowledge such as embodied energy to show strategies how interior design can contribute to old buildings. Spaces are seen here as a projection surface for the future and also serve as preservers and carriers of historical narratives. An example of an energy modernisation in a detached house in Darmstadt shows how successfully old houses can work with new technologies. This shows that an energy-efficient refurbishment does not have to compromise comfort or destroy the character of the building. On the contrary, through targeted planning and design sensitivity and technical innovation, both requirements can be achieved. This master thesis comes to the conclusion that interior design can serve as a bridge in today's world as well as in this important area of interaction. It plays a key role in the design of spaces and at the same time conveys values. Interior design is the link between functionality and atmosphere, between what has been and what is yet to come.Item Restricted Wood Constructions as a Perspective for Future Building : the Natural Product as an Opportunity for Sustainable Interior Architecture(2022) Margaux Metzen; Fischer, Jeanne-Françoise; Starck, Adrian von; Faculty of Architecture and Design; Berlin International University of Applied SciencesAI-GENERATED ABSTRACT: Abstract: Wood has been valued as a building material for thousands of years due to its workability and protective properties. In the context of sustainable strategies and the increasing importance of environmentally friendly materials, wood is experiencing a renewed surge in the construction industry. However, the construction sector significantly impacts the environment, with large amounts of land being converted into residential and transportation areas daily. The German government aims to limit the use of new land for these purposes by 2030. Additionally, the construction industry generates substantial waste, with material flows exceeding the amount of waste returning from construction, refurbishment, and demolition. This thesis explores the advantages, disadvantages, and potential opportunities associated with wood as a sustainable commodity for modern building methods. It also investigates the potential for reducing emissions in contemporary construction through the use of wood. Germany's high resource consumption, surpassing its natural resources for the year by May, raises concerns about climate change and the need for solutions to ensure a sustainable future for generations to come. By examining the environmental impact and resource efficiency of wood in construction, this research contributes to understanding the potential of wood as a sustainable alternative and its role in mitigating climate change. The findings aim to inform decision-making processes in the construction industry and contribute to the development of sustainable building practices. Keywords: wood, building material, sustainability, construction industry, emissions reduction, resource efficiency, climate change