Metal Cladding at VPO 85 Social Housing in Cornellà | Europerfil

Europerfil develops and manufactures metal profiles, sandwich panels, and construction systems for building envelopes. The company offers a wide range of steel and metal cladding solutions designed for use across diverse building typologies, focusing on performance, durability, and architectural integration.

The Euromodul 44 metal profile from Europerfil was applied in the VPO 85 Social Housing project in Cornellà de Llobregat, a contemporary approach to collective residential architecture, where environmental performance, construction efficiency, and social criteria are integrated into a unified design strategy. Designed by Peris + Toral Arquitectes, the development comprises 85 public housing units and has gained international recognition, being selected as one of the five finalists for the Mies van der Rohe Award 2022 and later awarded the RIBA International Prize.

The building is conceived as a compact residential volume organized around shared spaces that promote social interaction while maintaining functional independence between dwellings. The layout prioritizes cross ventilation and optimal orientation, contributing to improved indoor environmental quality and reducing dependence on mechanical systems. Circulation areas, internal patios, and intermediate spaces structure the residential experience and reinforce the collective character of the project.

The external envelope plays a central role in both architectural identity and technical performance. The façade is resolved using the Euromodul 44 metal profile in color White 880 applied as a continuous architectural skin. The trapezoidal geometry of the profile enables large, uniform surfaces while providing structural rigidity and durability. Its modular system allows precise adaptation to the building’s proportions and repetition patterns across the housing block.

From an environmental perspective, the Euromodul 44 system contributes to the passive performance of the building. The façade operates in coordination with the window layout and building orientation, regulating solar exposure and supporting natural ventilation strategies. The metal envelope also provides a protective layer that enhances thermal stability and long-term resistance to weather conditions, which is essential in large-scale residential developments.

Technically, the lightweight nature of the profile simplifies installation and reduces structural loads, supporting construction efficiency and cost control. The prefabricated character of the system ensures consistency in execution, minimizes on-site complexity, and allows a high level of precision in the façade assembly. These characteristics are particularly relevant in social housing contexts, where budget constraints require reliable and repeatable construction solutions.

Beyond its technical and material attributes, the project is relevant for its social and urban impact. It is an example of an industrialized façade system being integrated into affordable housing without compromising architectural quality. The building establishes a clear identity within its urban context while addressing accessibility, environmental responsibility, and collective living.

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