an excellent foothold for living the natural environment
that we love most with respect
completely self-sufficient, it doesn't alter
the places where it is installed in any way
designed to resist the extreme
stress of high altitudes
a modular, comfortable, technologically sophisticated shelter. Entirely prefabricated and assembled off-site
The picture displays the functional units and the level of interior fittings. 5 module version plus sanitary compartment.
Living/dining unit with pantry and cooker (electric induction hob).
Entrance unit with thermally isolated inner door, storage/drying rack and rescue equipment compartment. 
Sleeping unit with adjustable bunks for maximum comfort, according to the number of users.
The photovoltaic film incorporated in the outer shell provides the energy necessary to run the installed equipment.
The living unit in the panoramic version opens onto the surrounding landscape.
Transparent-end version. All transparent surfaces are made of anti-scratch acrylic sheets of the latest generation.
The New Gervasutti Bivouac installed on the Mont Blanc.
The main phases of the adventure, from the meetings to the realisation.
Next generation of products.
The interior fitting of the functional units is carefully thought-out to provide optimal quality.
Even if limited, the interior space is furnished for a pleasing and rewarding stay under all aspects. The selected materials guarantee durability, hygiene and safety (class A1 fire-reaction) while providing a warm and welcoming interior of refined design. The proposed solutions are fully customisable both for the functional layout and the finish of the materials used. LEAP can be equipped with technological systems for the production of energy and a unit to measure local conditions (self-diagnosis, weather conditions, web-cam, emergency rescue communication) connected with logistic and rescue headquarters. A sanitary module is available, equipped with a biological toilet that disposes of all sewage without polluting the environment.
The basic concept of LEAPfactory is a strong consideration for environmental impact.
The aesthetic features of LEAPfactory don't try to mimic or resemble any traditional alpine structure. On the contrary, the intention is to effectively declare its unrelated look in the surroundings through the expression of its high-tech features. The ecology of LEAPfactory lies in its transitional nature and total reversibility. At the end of its "life cycle" the pod can be lifted away by helicopter without leaving any permanent trace of its presence in the natural environment. The industrial off-site construction makes use of ecologically certified materials and processes and leaves no production waste.
LEAPfactory introduces an innovative strategy for the construction of unattended fixed bivouacs.
This type of installation represents an interesting form of support to trekking and mountaineering activities with a much lower environmental impact than the traditional mountain shelters. LEAPfactory solves all the problems of existing types of bivouac. It is entirely built off-site, suitable for transport by helicopter and easily installed on location at high altitude requiring a limited number of operations. It is built using state-of-the-art technology for durability and to withstand all kinds of mechanical and atmospheric stress. It offers comfort beyond any present proven standard.
The modular design makes it possible to set up different sizes of bivouac according to different requirements.
Each module is identified by a specific function. It is possible to organise the best layout for each location in terms of sleeping accommodation, living room space, number of entrances. Different accessories allow the choice of the outside view, including impressive scenic solutions. This kind of layout also gives the opportunity to change the layout of the bivouac over time: increasing the size or swapping around the functional units. In the case of serious damage it is very simple to remove modules to be taken off-site for repairs or replacement.
The construction technologies are derived from the nautical and aeronautical industry. The remotely controlled diagnosis equipment reduces running costs for higher effectiveness.
The overall cost of LEAPfactory is highly competitive with the traditional solutions thanks to a fully industrialised production and its high-end engineering process.
All materials used throughout production are rated with a certificate of ecological origin and recyclability.
The LEAPfactory team is capable of following the
entire production process of any desired
bivouac, from the best site localisation
to the opening ceremony: surveys and
geological investigations; authorisation and
testing paperwork; counselling for public
and private funding; installation operation
management; opening event communication
and advertising.
Do not hesitate to contact us. Together we
will find the winning solutions to fulfil your
best ideas!
via alessandria 51
10152 torino, italy
tel. +39.011.2308042
fax. +39.011.2308019
info@leapfactory.it
All the main information about LEAPfactory
and its projects.
Marco Destefanis - marcodestefanis.com
Gughi Fassino - gughifassino.it
Michelangelo Filippi - m.filippi@repnet.it
Damiano Levati - damianolevati.com
Francesco Matuzzi - francescomatuzzi.com
Massimo Teghille & Undesign - undesign.it
LEAPfactory è un progetto di Luca Gentilcore e Stefano Testa tutti i diritti riservati LEAP è un marchio di Fuoriserie s.a.s, P. Iva: IT03106560968