Residential

Lechuza Beach Residence

  • Year

    2022

  • Area

    5,000 sqft

  • Architect

    Burdge Architect

  • Engineer

    Monterey Energy Group

  • Mechanical Contractor

    Custom Air Systems

Radiant Ceiling
Radiant Ceiling
Heat Pump
Heat Pump

Nestled in the scenic beauty of Malibu, California, the Lechuza Beach Residence, completed in 2022, showcases a blend of architectural finesse and sustainable living. This 5,000 sqft residence embodies a forward-thinking approach to modern comfort and eco-conscious design.

At the core of the residence’s heating and cooling strategy are Messana Ray Magic® NK radiant ceiling panels, installed by Custom Air Systems. These panels, integrated with Messana Controls, offer an efficient solution for maintaining optimal indoor comfort. The hydronic system is powered by an air-to-water heat pump, utilizing ambient air to generate heated and chilled water. This technology not only enhances comfort but aligns seamlessly with sustainable living practices.

The collaboration between the architectural vision, engineering ingenuity, and mechanical execution results in a home that not only meets immediate comfort needs but also sets a standard for responsible and contemporary residential design in the heart of Malibu.

 

Yard and pool at our hydronic heating and cooling project in Malibu, CA.
Backyard at one of our Malibu radiant cooling and heating projects. Interior of our hydronic heating and cooling project that utilizes a Ray Magic® radiant ceiling.
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What is a Radiant Floor?

A radiant floor is a type of heating and cooling system that uses the surface area of the floor to transfer thermal energy to or from the objects in a room through radiation. Radiant floors can be electric (heating only) or hydronic (heating and cooling). mControls can manage both types of radiant floors to maximize occupant comfort.
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What is a Hydronic Fan Coil?

A hydronic fan coil is a type of heating and cooling system that uses hot or chilled water to control the temperature of a room. It consists of a heat exchanger, a fan, and a coil, and is typically installed within the wall, ceiling, or floor. The heat exchanger is connected to a water source, which can be an air-to-water heat pump, boiler, or a chiller, and circulates the water through the coil to provide heating or cooling to the room. The fan within the unit distributes the air that passes over the coil, introducing either warm or cool air to the room.
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What is Radiant Heating?

Radiant heating is an energy-efficient heating technology that, unlike traditional forced-air systems that heat the air, employs warm radiant surfaces like ceilings or floors to deliver infrared heat directly to objects and people within a space. Radiant heating creates a comfortable, even distribution of warmth, without the need for visible and noisy equipment.

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What is Condensation?

Condensation forms on cold surfaces when the air surrounding the surface is humid and the surface temperature drops below the dew point temperature of the air. mSense room comfort sensors continuously monitor the dew point in each room and Messana Controls ensure that the radiant ceiling or floor surface temperature never falls below the dew point to avoid condensation.

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What is Radiant Cooling?

Radiant cooling is an energy-efficient cooling technology that, unlike traditional forced-air systems that cool the air, employs chilled radiant surfaces like ceilings or floors to directly absorb the heat radiated by objects and people within a space. Radiant cooling creates a comfortable, even distribution of coolness, without the need for visible and noisy equipment.

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What is a Radiant Ceiling?

A radiant ceiling is a type of heating and cooling hydronic terminal that uses the large unobstructed surface area of the ceiling to transfer thermal energy to or from the objects in a room through thermal radiation. Radiant ceilings can be used as a standalone terminal or in conjunction with other heating and cooling systems to provide an energy-efficient and effective indoor climate solution.

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