Ekoelement, Mellby & Borås, Sweden.
LOCATION
Mellby & Borås
PHOTO
Ekoelement AB
YEAR
2025
ARCHITECT
Ekoelement AB
PRODUCT
Linax Brown Cladding
Ekoelement – the future of industrial buildings in timber
Ekoelement develops and constructs modern industrial buildings with timber at their core. By using prefabricated wall and roof elements, the building process becomes more efficient, with high precision, shorter construction times and a reduced climate impact.
Timber is not simply part of the structure. It forms the foundation of the entire building. The material stores carbon dioxide, weighs less than traditional alternatives and contributes to more resource-efficient construction.
The façades feature exterior cladding from Bitus, selected for its durability, natural aesthetics and low maintenance requirements. The wood protection treatment provides long-lasting protection while preserving the authentic character of the timber.
The warm timber surface creates a welcoming expression and gives the building a more human scale, contrasting with traditional industrial materials such as steel, sheet metal and concrete.
The result is modern industrial buildings that combine function, sustainability and architectural quality, buildings designed to stand the test of time both technically and visually.
By choosing timber for both the structure and the façade, buildings can be created with a lower climate impact, high quality and a long service life.
When timber is given a prominent role even in larger industrial buildings, it creates environments that feel more welcoming, carefully considered and suited to the future of construction.
With prefabricated building elements and sustainable material choices, the construction process becomes both resource-efficient and future-proof.
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