Former college, Ferlens

The Building

Building pre-intervention

Building post-intervention

In the centre of Ferlens, a small municipality of some 300 inhabitants merged since 2014 under the name of Jorat-Mézières, stands the former college. This magnificent building, with its old clock, its fish-scale bell tower and its green shutters, contributes to the picturesque character of the village. Built in 1823, this listed building belongs to the commune. The municipality has decided to renovate it in 2022.

The Solution

Solution post-intervention

Solution post-intervention: Collège Ferlens_Post_5_(C)Freesuns.jpg

What is the Solution?

In order to respect the architectural heritage of the building, the choice fell on Freesuns solar tiles, which reproduce the look of traditional Vaud terracotta tiles. Although only the southern side was covered with solar tiles, the most exposed to the sun, the new solar tiles blend in perfectly with the rest of the roof.

Why Does it work?

The solar tiles are perfect for such listed buildings, providing here 100% full coverage without altering the visual aspect of this heritage protected building.

PROS

Adaptable to site/building requirements (colour, texture, shape)
Resemblance to tiles (mimetic).
Preservation of the appearance of the listed building while producing energy in the roof.

CONS