Prefabricated timber construction combines unique architecture with a precise, efficient construction method. Prefabricated timber structures form the load-bearing system of the constructions. Well-conceived planning and production processes and prefabrication in the factory guarantee reliable scheduling and maximum cost transparency. Timber element construction allows complete design freedom and, moreover, creates pleasant indoor working and living spaces.

Precision timber element construction

Clients and all others involved in construction projects appreciate the precision of planning and production as well as reliable processes with scheduling and cost certainty in timber element construction. The impressive benefits of prefabricated construction are due to the high degree of prefabrication of the construction parts.

This shortens the construction phase on site. Noise nuisance or interruptions to rent when properties cannot be leased – such as with a conversion – only last a short time. And by the way: timber’s light weight makes extensions and the addition of storeys possible even in situations where statics requirements leave no scope for other materials.

Portrait Markus Rutz Division Manager Timber Construction Excellence Blumer Lehmann

Markus Rutz

Division Manager Timber and Modular Construction | CH
Member of the Executive Board

+41 71 388 58 40
markus.rutz@blumer-lehmann.com
Portrait Alexander Holl Sales Project development Germany Blumer Lehmann

Alexander Holl

Head of Sales | Planning | Timber and Modular Construction | Germany
Grafschaft Location Manager

+49 2225 91130-10
alexander.holl@blumer-lehmann.com

Advantages of timber construction in prefabricated elements

In timber element construction, serial prefabrication under controlled conditions produces high-quality components that can be assembled quickly and efficiently on site. The key advantages of this construction method are:

  • Production in the factory goes ahead independent of weather conditions, at consistently high quality and exactly according to schedule.
  • Building components are planned and produced with complete precision from start to finish.
  • The components can be erected quickly at the construction site and do not require any drying time.
  • The building components are already set up with provision for electricity, water and heating, or with elements such as balconies or windows.
  • Timber as a construction material is inherently lightweight and boasts excellent insulating properties.
The photograph shows the timber art bridge somewhat hidden behind a large tree in fine weather

HORTUS

Rethinking sustainability and ecology

The Hortus office building in Allschwil, designed by Herzog & de Meuron Architects and the engineers of ZPF, is implemented by Blumer Lehmann in timber element construction using natural materials. As a pioneer in ecological construction projects, the owner SENN strives to set new standards. The building is expected to generate a surplus energy on 10,000 m2 of usable space and to compensate for the grey energy of the building after thirty years. By using local materials such as wood and soil for wood-clay composite ceilings, as well as recycled paper for the facade and maximising the use of photovoltaics, the aim is to create a climate-friendly building. 

HORTUS office building with solar facade in Basel.