W.A.V.E. Wood Added Value Enabler’s Post

🟢 A 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 that achieves a 30% reduction in building times, enhances safety, and prioritizes the use of environmentally sustainable materials. 🤝 This groundbreaking initiative is the result of a strategic collaboration among leading companies, enabled by the "𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗲" 𝗺𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗹 promoted by Federated Innovation @MIND within the MIND Milano Innovation District. ✅ It serves as a prime example of how modern construction standards can be redefined by integrating 𝗰𝘂𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴-𝗲𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 with a commitment to 𝗲𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆. 👉 The innovative construction system, developed through the close cooperation and synergy of Lendlease, Wood Beton S.p.a., Mapei, and Saint-Gobain Italia, is now ready for market introduction. 🔗 For further details, explore the article on La Repubblica in the "𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗙𝗨𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘" 𝗱𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗲𝗿 dedicated to Federated Innovation: https://lnkd.in/dbc9FiiC

The future of the construction industry is in our hands. Is the next generation ready to embrace change? Last week, we attended the Climate Festival – an inspiring event that brought together professionals, companies, associations, and students, all working toward a transformation in the construction sector. As a start-up specializing in earthen construction in Ghana, we found it incredibly rewarding to exchange ideas with other engineers and architects. In addition to engaging discussions, there were also presentations on the use of clay as a sustainable alternative to concrete in the German construction industry. “Yes, it’s possible – everything is possible!” emphasized Dr. Ipek Ölcüm, CEO and founder of Industrieverband Lehmbaustoffe e.V., during her talk. The room was packed with young people, and it became clear that the next generation of architects and engineers is highly motivated to tackle the challenges of an industry that is one of the largest contributors to environmental damage. The statistics don’t lie: approximately 40% of global CO₂ emissions come from the construction sector. We need to rethink our approach – moving away from resource-intensive materials and toward locally available, more sustainable alternatives like clay. At Isopterra, this is precisely our mission. By incorporating earthen construction techniques in Ghana, we design buildings that are both eco-friendly and healthy, blending modern design with traditional building methods. Our conversations at the festival reaffirmed our commitment to being part of this much-needed transformation. What do you think? Are we doing enough to reshape the construction industry, or do we need even more courage to innovate?

Medea Nocentini, Lana Azhari and Ramzy Osman share their thoughts on "Building the Future: Sustainable Practices for Efficient and Affordable Housing" in a recent article with Construction Week Middle East! Read more here: https://lnkd.in/d5MJVuDe

Granaria on Granary Island in Gdańsk is a remarkable project that combines modern urban development with the rich history of the city. The project, split into two phases, features residential units, commercial and retail spaces, an underground car park, a cutting-edge hotel, and public amenities like a city square and a new rotating pedestrian bridge, linking the banks of the Motława River with Granary Island. 🌉🏙️ Since 2017, cmT and GerPlan have been proud to be part of this transformative journey. As part of our #20Projectsfor20yearsofcmT series, we're especially highlighting the first phase, which has earned recognition in numerous prestigious industry competitions. 🏆 Notably, it was awarded the MIPIM Awards 2020, often referred to as the 'Oscar of Real Estate.’ 🎉 As Jakub Duriasz EMBA points out, Granaria faced tough competition in the ‘Urban Project’ category, going up against developments like Tivoli Green City in Brussels, the Moscow River waterfront redevelopment, and La Cité Fertile on the outskirts of Paris. The MIPIM jury reviewed 228 projects from 45 countries, narrowing the selection down to 44 finalists—just four in each of the 11 categories. The award was proudly accepted in Paris by representatives of the GRANARIA consortium, who executed the project alongside the city in a PPP agreement. 🌍🏅 cmT’s role in this project involved representing the majority shareholder, Immobel, on-site and providing support in managing the PPP project. The project posed several challenges, including the proximity of historic buildings, foundations on soil with remnants of wooden piles, and fluctuating groundwater levels. Yet, as always, with cmT involved, every challenge was expertly managed and the project was a resounding success! 💪🔧 #20Projectsfor20yearsofcmT #Granaria #PPP #RealEstate #cmT #GerPlan #Construction #Infrastructure #Engineering #AwardWinningProject #Immobel

Can we grow the building materials of the future? 🌱 The construction industry is responsible for one third of global CO2 emissions. Therefore, we need to rethink how we build and live. But what would using biomaterials mean for Denmark's land, construction industry, and homes? Could Danish agriculture play a direct role in new construction projects, and how crucial is it for architects and engineers to understand the CO2 emissions and value chains of these materials? Join us on Friday at Folkemødet, Realdania's tent at 15-16, for a discussion on the impact of construction on climate, nature, and resource scarcity crises, and explore how innovative building practices can integrate into new value chains. We will be joined by ecological economist Jacob Rask and Caroline White from Glarbo & White. The discussion will be moderated by Mikkel Andreas Thomassen, partner and PhD at Smith Innovation, who specializes in construction transformation across value chains.

Innovations in Modular Construction Justin Murray, a key figure in sustainable building innovation and the driving force behind Bio-SIP Building Tomorrow™, joined the ‘Waste to Wealth’ panel at the London Build Expo held at Olympia London. The session, part of the BUILDOFFSITE stage focusing on sustainability, gathered industry experts to discuss cutting-edge strategies for decarbonisation and sustainable construction practices. In a 50-minute discussion, Justin explored the transformative role of sustainable materials and modular design in achieving environmental and economic goals https://zurl.co/LRI9

“Industry wide frameworks” 🤝 “Sharing knowledge and experiences” 🧠 “Better relationships with our supply chain partners” 🌱 “Expanded material databases and marketplaces” 🏗️ Just a few of the ideas shared this morning in response to Steve Gilchrist’s question: what do we need to do in 2024 to push the material reuse agenda forward? It was a pleasure to host a circular materials roundtable at our London Studio, along with Willmott Dixon and FORE Partnership, followed by a tour of FORE's development, TBC. London. We took a deep dive into the successes, setbacks, challenges and opportunities around material reuse, after Gareth Atkinson showcased the 318 Oxford Street and TBC. London projects which have been at the heart of a deal that saw 20 tonnes of steel reused, brokered on the back of a bike. With rising temperatures and countries worldwide overshooting their carbon targets, reducing the embodied carbon of our structures is more important than ever. Thanks to all who joined us! Amandeep Singh Kalra Basil Demeroutis Sally Downey Joe Cutler FRICS Nick W. Josephine Neill Andy Tugby Mat Trewin Paul Prince Nicky Mahood MRICS CBIFM Be First Regeneration Limited Stiff + Trevillion Architects Propetual Circle Development Landsec Human Nature University of Oxford Transport for London Arcadis #Retrofit #reuse #London #sustainability #circulareconomy #construction #climateresilience #collaboration

In Saint Wolfgang im Salzkammergut, Gmuden, Austria, a contemporary railway station debuted in 2023. A series of canopies rooves allow for an abundance of natural like to illuminate the interior spaces and reduce the need for lighting throughout the day. The state of the art station, utilizes heat pumps for its heating and cooling systems and solar photovoltaics to power a majority of the station. Minimal material usage and locally sourced timber further reduces the projects carbon footprint, and creates a connection between the indoor and outdoor spaces. An inspirational sustainable addition to the world of public transportation, hopefully more projects just like this will take shape in our cities. We’re all in this together #sustainabledesign #sustainability #architecture #architecturaldesign #sustainablecities #renewables #renewableenergy #heatpump #heatpumptechnology #solar #solarpower #publictransportation #urbandesign #urbanplanning

🚀 Exciting Developments in Sustainable Construction! 🌿🏗️ We are thrilled to announce the construction of the Build-in-Wood Demonstrator at the Danish Technological Institute near Copenhagen! This unique timber building is a result of European collaboration and innovation through the EU-supported Build-in-Wood project, involving 21 partners from the wood construction value chain. Here are some Highlights: Two-Storey Timber Building: 340 m² with glulam columns, beams, CLT floor slabs, and lightweight wooden façades. Modular System: A flexible 'kit of parts' for residential or commercial buildings, promoting reuse, retrofitting, and extensions. Performance Testing: Tackles challenges in fire safety, moisture, and acoustics with sustainable, low-carbon solutions. The Build-in-Wood Demonstrator is a real-life testing ground for innovative building materials and systems. It features a digital twin that collects live data from sensors, predicts maintenance needs, and simulates technical changes to optimize performance. Future Impacts: Director Niels Morsing from the Danish Technological Institute notes the significant interest from companies to use the demonstrator for material and construction solution documentation. This building is set to play a crucial role in future research and innovation projects, driving the adoption of wood and bio-based materials to reduce carbon emissions. 🔗 Learn more about this groundbreaking project! #SustainableConstruction #Innovation #WoodConstruction #BuildInWood #GreenBuilding #ConstructionInnovation #TimberConstruction #Sustainability #EUProjects #Cltech https://lnkd.in/dRw4tedh

The construction of our built environment is a truly destructive activity. Ecosystems, bodies of water, topography, geology, climate, humans and nonhumans are affected every day. The construction industry is consuming HALF of all the raw materials extracted annually by humanity. Urbanization devours hectare after hectare of unbuilt land as cities are expected to triple by 2050. Producing, transporting, installing and dismantling constructions use immense amounts of energy and release CO2 emissions at a tectonic scale. At Aalto University, we’re calling TIME OUT! 🚫 How do we want to care for our buildings, how much built environment do we actually need and what do we find beautiful? Stay tuned and take a time out to reflect. As a start, visit the Time Out! Rethinking Construction exhibition online. Time Out highlights solutions that could help change our mindset towards the built environment and keep construction within our planetary boundaries. Check out how we can make use of materials and resources that already exist and how nature can be a source of inspiration. Time Out is curated by Matti Kuittinen, Professor of Sustainable Construction.