Stone and Technology: Harmony of Tradition and Future

“Sometimes the best decisions are made at the last minute,” says Michał, owner of this unique house near Nałęczów. “When the architect showed us a sample of the eTile Flat system, we knew immediately that this was the solution we were looking for.”

The challenge: maintain character, gain modernity

The old stone house needed a thorough modernization. The Kowalski family, a young couple working in the IT industry, wanted to create a space combining the charm of traditional construction with modern technological solutions. “Initially, we planned a standard sheet for the hem and a traditional photovoltaic installation,” recalls Agata, Michał's wife. “However, we wanted to maintain a clean roofline that would not distort the character of the building.”

Breakthrough: the discovery of eTile Flat

“It was a coincidence,” laughs Michael. “We were already committed to the traditional solution when our architect returned from the construction fair with a sample of the eTile Flat system. The difference in price was only about 10% compared to the combination of a standard sheet metal with a photovoltaic installation, but the visual effect was incomparable.”

Realization process

The renovation included a thorough reconstruction of the house with the preservation of the original stone facade made of sandstone. The eTile Flat system perfectly complemented the modernist upper floor, creating a harmonious whole with large glazing and a black steel railing.

“The Electrotile supervisor was with us at every stage of the project,” recalls Agata. “We especially appreciated their attention to detail - the way the windows were finished, the precise sheet metal treatments, perfectly matched active and inactive panels.”

Living under a smart roof

“The house produces more energy than we need,” says Michał. “The 9.8 kWp eTile Flat system combined with the Breeze energy storage makes us practically energy self-sufficient. And the best part is that the technology remains invisible - guests are often surprised to learn that our roof is a solar power plant.”

Technical parameters:

• Usable area: 180 m²
• System: eTile Flat in anthracite
• Installation power: 9.8 kWp
• Annual energy production: about 9,300 kWh
• Energy storage: Breeze 10 kWh

Fun fact: The eTile Flat system on this house uses a special anti-reflective coating that not only optimizes energy production, but also minimizes light reflections while maintaining a matte roof finish at any time of the day.

Investor tip: When renovating historic buildings, it is worth considering the eTile Flat system instead of a traditional photovoltaic installation - the difference in price is small and the visual effect is incomparably better.

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