Innovative energy concept ⬛ Heating with hydrogen ⬛ Hydrogen-based energy storage system ⬛ Pioneering heating technology ♻️ Environmentally friendly, sustainable ⬛ Research, development ⬛ Pioneer in green energy

The Karadeniz family's modern home is located in the middle of an idyllic green environment. At first glance it seems to be an ordinary house, but what makes it special is its ultra-modern and environmentally friendly heating technology. This city villa is part of a pilot project for the hydrogen-based energy storage system "Picea".

For Nejla and Fatih Karadeniz, the desire to own their own house was always present. They finally realized their dream house with the prefabricated house manufacturer WeberHaus. The architecture of the house is characterized by a square structure with two full floors and symmetrically arranged windows, crowned by an elegant tent roof. By a lucky coincidence, the couple found the right plot of land in Fatih Karadeniz's hometown, a few minutes away from the builder's parents. "The plot of land matched our ideas perfectly and the proximity to my parents was another big advantage," says Fatih Karadeniz. Thanks to the uncomplicated and speedy planning together with WeberHaus, their dream house quickly became a reality. With his experience as a construction manager, Fatih knew exactly what he wanted and what he didn't want, which accelerated the planning phase considerably. ► Energy self-sufficiency through green hydrogen The couple not only had clear ideas in terms of architecture, but also determined action was required in the area of heating technology. They quickly decided on the innovative solar hydrogen system from HPS Home Power Solutions. "My employer WeberHaus asked me if I would be interested in taking part in an innovative pilot project," recalls Fatih Karadeniz. After a visit to the production facility in Berlin, the decision to use the Picea power storage system was an easy one. This system consists of several components: On sunny days, solar energy is stored in a battery. Excess solar power is preserved in the form of hydrogen using electrolysis, which can be used over the long term. The heat generated is temporarily stored in a hot water tank. In winter, the stored hydrogen is used again to generate electricity using a fuel cell. "In the sunny months, we can cover our entire electricity needs ourselves. The hydrogen storage tanks are full by the end of May. In winter, we use the long-term hydrogen storage and generate our own electricity," explains Fatih Karadeniz proudly. The feeling of being self-sufficient and independent of large electricity providers gives the family great joy. ► Living experience: Open, bright and cozy Another important concern for the family was the design and layout of the ground floor. Thanks to WeberHaus's flexibility, they were able to implement their individual wishes here. A large, open and light-flooded living area was at the top of the priority list. With an area of around 50 square meters for the kitchen, dining room and living room, the family has achieved this goal. Large window elements let plenty of daylight into the house and create a connection to the garden. It's no wonder that Fatih Karadeniz's favorite place is in the open kitchen, from where he can see everything and the family comes together at the dining table. The furnishings are in Scandinavian style - simple, timeless and inspired by natural elements. A warm parquet floor that Fatih laid himself perfectly complements the Nordic living feeling. "We did a lot of things ourselves: filling and painting work, all the floors, the interior doors and the entire outdoor area," says the proud builder. The ground floor also has an office, a guest toilet and a utility room that is directly connected to the garage. The folding staircase with glass railing that leads to the upper floor adds a particularly elegant touch. There, in the light-flooded gallery, additional light falls into the entrance area. Nejla and Fatih have adapted the room layout on the upper floor to their needs: instead of three children's rooms, there are two, and the parents' bedroom has an adjoining dressing room. The bathroom is more spacious and instead of an additional shower room, there is a practical storage room. "We feel really comfortable in our home," says Nejla Karadeniz happily. When asked whether they would do anything differently in retrospect, she can only think of two things: "The window in the kitchen could be wider and we would like a larger side panel at the front door." ► Sustainability and healthy living The basis for the energy efficiency of this modern city villa is the excellently insulated building shell called ÖvoNatur Therm. This is made of the renewable building material wood, which binds CO2 and releases oxygen, thereby making an active contribution to climate protection. In addition, all materials used at WeberHaus are free of dangerous pollutants, which also promotes healthy living. All of the prefabricated house manufacturer's houses have been certified by independent institutes for their excellent healthy living. The innovative heating concept with the Picea hydrogen storage system is groundbreaking in many ways. It shows how renewable energies can be used and stored efficiently to ensure self-sufficiency and at the same time make a significant contribution to environmental protection. The Karadeniz family has managed to create not only an architecturally appealing and comfortable home, but also an energetically self-sufficient system that sets pioneering impulses in the energy industry. This pilot project could set the trend for many future construction projects that also want to take the path to a more sustainable and environmentally friendly future.

An Innovative Energy Concept: Heating With Hydrogen – Pilot Project for the Hydrogen-Based Energy Storage System ‘Picea'