Tradition meets the future: The story of the house that has not ceased to be itself

When Marek Kowalski, the financial director of an international corporation, decided to modernize his house in Skawina, he had one basic condition — the house had to keep its unique character. “This house is part of our family's history,” he says, pointing to the distinctive brick facade. “I didn't want modernization to destroy his soul.”

The challenge: maintain character, gain independence

“Initially, I was considering a standard photovoltaic installation,” admits Marek. “But when I saw the visualizations of the traditional panels on our roof, I knew this was not the way to go. The black, glossy modules would completely disrupt the proportions of the building and contrast with the brick facade.”

The breakthrough came during a chance meeting with a representative of Electrotile at a construction fair. “They showed me the eTile Fusion system — a solution that allows photovoltaic panels to be mounted directly on an existing roof, while retaining its original geometry. It was exactly what I was looking for.”

From Vision to Realization

The process began with a detailed technical analysis. “The Electrotile team approached the project extremely professionally,” recalls Marek. “They performed an accurate 3D scan of the roof, analyzed the insolation and proposed the optimal placement of the photovoltaic modules.”

Particular attention was paid to maintaining visual consistency. The eTile Fusion system was chosen in a color that perfectly harmonizes with the existing roof. “What struck me the most was the attention to detail,” says Marek. “Even the plating and gutters have been chosen to create a harmonious whole.”

Technology hidden in tradition

The 12.5 kWp photovoltaic system is integrated into the roof virtually invisible to an outside observer. “Guests are often surprised when I tell them that our roof produces electricity,” Marek laughs. “From street level, the installation is practically invisible.”

Technical data of the project:

• Roof area: 180 m²
• Sistema: eTile Fusion
• Installation power: 12.5 kWp
• Annual energy production: about 11,800 kWh
• Coverage of demand: 85% of annual consumption
• Energy storage: Breeze 15 kWh

Living under a smart roof

“We feel the biggest difference in everyday functioning,” admits Marek. “The house is practically energy self-sufficient. The Breeze energy storage provides us with independence even during the periodic power outages that occur in the area.”

He especially appreciates the ability to monitor energy production through a mobile application. “It's fascinating to see how the house reacts to different weather conditions. On sunny days, we produce much more energy than we need — we store the surplus or sell it to the grid.”

Inspiration for others

Mark's project became an inspiration to other homeowners in the area. “I often get questions from neighbors interested in a similar solution,” he says. “I show them that you can combine modern technology with traditional architecture without compromising.”

Did you know that... The eTile Fusion system used in this project uses a special mounting technology that does not require interference with the roof structure. Thanks to this, it can be used on virtually any existing roofing, while maintaining full tightness and the manufacturer's warranty.

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