Sustainable Accommodations in Occitania: The Art of Building Locally
Sustainable Accommodations in Occitania: The Art of Building Local
In a world where consuming local has never been more essential, some companies are setting an example. This is the case in Saint-Martin-de-Londres, north of Montpellier, where wooden accommodations come to life in a craftsmanship setting, designed to last.
Here, Pods and Barrels suitable for both tourism professionals and individuals in search of authentic experiences are conceived, while promoting the Occitania region.
Genuinely Local Manufacturing
Everything starts in a workshop located in the heart of the Hérault countryside. From design to assembly, every step is centralized to ensure quality, limit transportation, and promote short supply chains.
The structures are based on robust metallic frames, supplied by a local manufacturer. Their design ensures stability, mobility, and durability, even on the most challenging terrains.
The interior equipment follows the same logic: kitchens certified NF, curtains made in France, double-glazed joinery meeting the requirements of the RE2020.
Everything is designed to be functional, solid, aesthetic, and environmentally friendly.
Occitania, an Inspiring Land
When we talk about local manufacturing, we are also talking about valuing the territory. By investing in this type of accommodation, one supports a regional economic activity rooted in reality, which showcases Occitan know-how.
The outdoor showroom and the production unit in Saint-Martin-de-Londres are accessible all year round, whether you're a project bearer or just curious. And it's the perfect excuse to explore the surroundings.
Some ideas if you're passing through:
Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert: ranked among the most beautiful villages in France, less than an hour away.
Pic Saint-Loup: an essential hike with a 360° view of the region.
The Gorges of the Hérault: ideal for a nature break or a picnic by the water.
Montpellier: only 35 km away, for an urban getaway between heritage, beaches, and gastronomy.
Visitors regularly go there to discover life-size accommodations, observe the materials, ask their questions, and interact with the team. A concrete way to validate a project before getting started.
Ecology and Sustainability: A Global Approach
What sets these accommodations apart is also their eco-friendly dimension. The wood used (Scots pine) is certified FSC or PEFC, which guarantees sustainable forest management. This natural material has many qualities: insulating, breathable, healthy, durable.
The insulating materials used are also high-end, produced in France, with excellent thermal performance (lambda 0.036 or 0.035). They contribute to a minimal energy consumption while ensuring optimal comfort in summer and winter.
The production aims for a reduced impact: waste sorting, recycling, energy optimization of buildings. Sustainability is considered from the design stage, with technical choices that combine comfort, energy sobriety, and durability.
This approach is in line with the major ambitions of the Occitanie Region: local development, circular economy, sustainable tourism.