As part of the project planning of the Porreres City Palace renovation project It became clear that the existing roof plays a central role in further planning and construction. The decision to completely remove the roof was therefore an essential step – both from a structural and a design perspective.
Especially in the Old building renovation in Mallorca A detailed inventory is crucial in order to preserve historical building fabric while simultaneously creating modern living standards.
Why the roof inspection was necessary during the renovation of the old building in Porreres
The building's original roof exhibited both structural and material defects. During the technical investigation, a Termite infestation in load-bearing wooden elements identified a risk to the long-term structural integrity of the building.
In order to eliminate risks and enable sustainable remediation, the following was decided:
- to completely remove the roof
- to remove damaged wooden beams
- to reassess and replan the structural engineering
This measure is a typical, but often underestimated, issue in the... Renovation of historic buildings in Mallorca.
More daylight thanks to a new roof structure and modern design
In addition to static safety, the Lighting design a central role. The original roof construction allowed very little natural light into the building's interior and did not meet either today's living standards or the architectural aspirations of the project.
The roof inspection creates the basis for:
- larger roof openings and targeted lighting
- Greater spatial effect and more open floor plans
- a modern, light-flooded living concept
The project thus combines traditional building fabric with contemporary architecture.
Ensuring load-bearing capacity: Termite infestation as a crucial factor
The determined Termite infestation in the roof structure This made a purely partial renovation impossible. Especially in older buildings in Mediterranean regions, wood is particularly susceptible to pest infestation.
The complete dismantling made it possible to:
- the actual condition of the supporting structure will be disclosed
- Infested material must be completely removed.
- a new, durable roof structure is planned
This ensures that the city palace is not only visually enhanced, but also has a long-term impact. statically stable and retains its value remains.
Roof inspection as a milestone in the project planning
The roof inspection marks a crucial milestone in the Planning and construction coordination of the city palace in PorreresIt creates clear conditions for:
- further trades and expansion phases
- Energy efficiency and indoor climate
- a sustainable and high-quality renovation
Especially in complex renovation projects, it becomes clear how important structured planning is in order to combine design visions and structural safety.