timber
Combating Deforestation in Building and Design
Deforestation has had a devastating impact on the planet. Companies worldwide tear down forests, ruining the habitats of (...)
Why mass timber is having a moment in construction
Humans have discovered new and sustainable ways to manipulate wood for higher-efficiency buildings. Mass timber – made of (...)
Forging sustainable timber construction in Europe
EIT Climate-KIC and Built by Nature, announce an initiative to support a one-million-square meter prototype demonstration (...)
Prefabricated wooden-based façade systems to save energy
The “La Vall 9” building in Bellpuig, Spain, was renovated with cutting-edge technology for deep energy renovation The reside (...)
Building renovation with multifunctional prefabricated timber-frame façade elements (PMTF)
A two-day free online course for planners and manufacturing companies organised by Gumpp & Maier – 20 and 21 May 2021 Prefabr (...)
Futuristic hotel features space and energy-efficient pods
INNOVATION IMPERATIVE’s Tetra Hotel design is comprised of energy-efficient timber pods, and cuts an otherworldly silhouette (...)
Could bio-based materials help earthquake-proof buildings?
Italy is no stranger to earthquakes, suffering deadly seismic events which have shattered communities. Sixty percent of the (...)
Homes storing CO2, just like trees
Houses built with bio-based materials, such as timber, straw and hemp, act as CO2 banks. Experts explain how citizens can (...)