Villa Ayantam, a 1,800 square metre zero-carbon residence located in the Cascada de Camoján area of Marbella, has achieved an exceptional BREEAM rating, positioning itself as a benchmark in sustainability, energy efficiency, and residential comfort. The project integrates advanced strategies for energy self-sufficiency, responsible water management, and high indoor environmental quality.

Developed by OÖD Architects, with ZEROCEM acting as sustainability consultants and BREEAM advisors, and promoted by S&H Sun Coast Real Estate, the villa became the highest-scoring family residence in the BREEAM Awards 2024, setting a new record in Spain. Its design features native landscaping and an innovative rainwater storage system beneath the pool to support irrigation.

This strong environmental focus has made Villa Ayantam a reference for future sustainable high-end residential developments.

To meet the project’s ambitious sustainability objectives and support its BREEAM assessment, Villa Ayantam implemented a fully integrated indoor environmental monitoring solution adapted to the technical requirements of a high-performance residential building.

• Four MICA Plus devices with WiFi connectivity and Modbus communication

• Modbus integration with the Schneider Electric system and supervisory platform

• Direct connection with the Building Management System (BMS) to enable real-time IAQ insights

• Continuous monitoring of key indoor parameters to support design choices and operational optimisation

Meeting the project’s ambition to achieve the highest BREEAM score in Spain required a rigorous approach from the outset. The remote, low-connectivity location added complexity, necessitating a robust setup to ensure reliable data and accurate environmental assessment. The solution also supported full alignment with the BREEAM ES Vivienda 2020 requirements. This integrated approach provided the environmental insights needed to validate key sustainability decisions and reinforce the villa’s zero-carbon ambition.

“The integration of the MICA Plus monitoring devices has allowed us to advance our indoor air quality research while meeting all the BREEAM health and wellbeing requirements.”