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TIMBER CONSTRUCTION
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Timber construction is a cornerstone of our commitment to sustainability and innovation. Wood, as a renewable and versatile material, aligns perfectly with our approach to environmentally responsible design. For every project, we select materials that meet strict sustainability criteria, ensuring they are both durable and ecologically. Whenever possible, we source materials locally to reduce environmental impact and support regional economies. This thoughtful approach allows us to combine tradition and modernity, creating structures that are functional and future-ready.
PROVEN APPLICATIONS
Our expertise in timber construction is reflected in projects like the Hamburg Trade Fair, completed in 2009, where a remarkable wooden roof spans 160,000 sqm of gross floor area. This achievement showcases not only the aesthetic and structural potential of timber but also its capacity to meet the demands of large-scale, high-performance architecture. By integrating wood into our designs, we emphasize its versatility—whether as a primary structural element, a design feature, or an environmental asset.
A MATERIAL FOR THE FUTURE
At Lanserhof Sylt, timber construction is more than a nod to tradition. It is a forward-looking response to the pressing challenges of sustainable building. The sweeping thatched roof, seamlessly integrated into the surrounding dune landscape, is both architecturally ambitious and technically complex. Comprising around 2,000 timber elements, including approximately 1,350 uniquely shaped rafters, the roof’s fluid form was made possible through advanced 3D planning supported by AI. This digital precision minimized material waste while enabling a design that is both natural in appearance and highly engineered. The result is a roofscape that fuses craftsmanship, innovation, and environmental sensitivity.
The façades of Freiburg Town Hall are clad in locally sourced larch wood, a regionally proven material that embodies sustainability and architectural clarity. Sourced from nearby forests and processed within the domestic timber industry, the wood undergoes a natural aging process that enhances the building’s aesthetic over time. The vertically staggered, cantilevered façade modules combine larch wood with integrated photovoltaic panels and high-performance thermal insulation. Floor-to-ceiling glazed elements ensure optimal use of daylight, while the combination of traditional material and cutting-edge technology reflects a modern and regionally rooted approach to sustainable design.
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