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This project near Kežmarok, currently under construction, proves that modern living can exist in full harmony with nature while remaining exceptionally energy-efficient.
The house, with a usable area of 221 m², a cellar, and a 116 m² terrace, combines natural materials, contemporary architecture, and the technical precision that defines Talpa House. Embedded into a gentle slope and oriented to the south with large glazed openings, the house is designed to naturally maintain a stable indoor temperature of 21–24 °C throughout the year, without the need for air conditioning.
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Located next to the ruins of a historic castle, the building becomes a quiet extension of the landscape rather than an intrusion into it.
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Energy performance beyond standards
With an energy consumption of just 9.1 kWh/m² per year (the A0 energy class limit is 54 kWh/m²), the house significantly exceeds the requirements for nearly zero-energy buildings. The surrounding soil, green roof, and monolithic concrete structure work together as a natural thermal mass, ensuring long-term comfort with minimal energy input.
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Architecture shaped by the landscape
A green roof, stone and wooden façades, and a spacious terrace form one cohesive whole that blends seamlessly into the surrounding terrain. Every line of the house follows the logic of the slope, the sun, and the existing environment.
This is a place where technology quietly supports life, not the other way around.
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