esepe&CO is a Barcelona-area construction and development company that has operated since 1987, focusing on energy-efficient residential buildings. The firm has established itself in the Badalona and Barcelona region, developing multi-family apartment complexes with what it describes as significantly lower energy consumption than typical new construction.
The company claims its buildings achieve A energy ratings and consume 45% less energy than the average Class A-rated homes in Catalonia, based on data from its Atalaia and El Viver developments. Its first building with an A energy rating in Badalona was completed in 2013. The construction method emphasizes thermal insulation, airtight building envelopes, high-performance windows, and mechanical ventilation systems.
Recent projects include the Santa Barbara development in Badalona, completed in February 2021, which consisted of 23 apartments ranging from 91 to 205 square meters, along with parking, storage rooms, and commercial space. The building featured a communal pool and was located near Pompeu Fabra square.
The company has initiated what it calls a "Filantropic" program, aimed at developing a construction methodology for social or affordable housing. This initiative, including a project in Camelies, represents an attempt to make low-consumption housing accessible at reduced costs.
Xavier Pérez serves as partner and CEO. The company maintains an engineering department that handles the technical aspects of its energy-efficient construction approach, selecting materials based on environmental impact criteria and implementing ventilation systems as standard features across developments.