How much does it cost to build a wooden house in Veneto?
How much does it cost to build a wooden house in Veneto today? That’s probably the first question I’m asked by anyone who’s thinking about buying a new home. And it’s a perfectly legitimate question. Today, for the energy-efficient X-Lam homes we design and build —complete with all systems and finishes—we can estimate a cost […]
Before the project comes the location
One morning in the Venetian countryside How is a wooden house built? Many people imagine that it all starts in front of a computer, with a floor plan or design software. In reality, the design of a wooden house begins much earlier: with a walk around the site, observing the landscape, the sun, and the […]
Pragmatic green building: building with natural materials and modern technology
An ancient concept we now call green building When we talk about green building we are not talking about a fad or an advertising slogan.We are talking about a very simple principle: green building sustainable wooden houses represents a responsible and innovative approach to building. Reduce the use of materials that do not belong to […]
Energy efficiency and zero consumption goal
High Energy Efficient Homes: The Zero Energy Building (ZEB) Zero-consumption houses are no longer an unattainable dream, but an established building practice, as enshrined in the European Community’s 20-20-20 directive. This ambitious goal promotes energy efficiency and sustainability for all member states. To learn more, you can visit the official website: 20-20-20 Directive. An Evolution […]
A disaster that must give us pause
The disaster that has struck the forests of northeastern Italy in recent days has filled all nature and wood lovers’ hearts with dismay however, it is a disaster that should give us pause. It is a disaster that gives pause for thought to all operators and users of the wood product in our region and […]
Earthquake prevention day
October 20, 2019 has been declared to be Earthquake Prevention Day. It will be a Sunday when technical professionals will take to the streets to talk about prevention. https://www.giornataprevenzionesismica.it/ For our part as wood designers possimao say that we are very interested in seismic prevention and that building with wood is the best seismic prevention […]
The delamination test, an important information on the strength and durability of wood structure
In each supply of X Lam panels, the delamination test is performed to check the strength of the glue joining the cross planks forming the panels. The durability of the wood is virtually unlimited with the delamination test the strength of the glue that joins the components is checked in order to assisure that the […]
In France, 50% of the structure of public buildings will have to be made of wood
President Macron has announced ato a very advanced sustainability law that will ensure that all new public buildings are constructed with at least 50 percent wood or other natural materials. An interesting lesson for all The measure will be implemented by 2022 and will affect all public buildings financed by the French state, according […]
X Lam and construction wood can actively contribute to the fight against global warming
The Carbon Cycle and Sustainable Management of Woodland Heritage. In recent years, the increasing concentration of carbon in the atmosphere has generated devastating effects, such as global warming, pole melting and a series of extreme weather events. These phenomena are mostly the result of CO2 emissions from human activities, mainly from the burning of fossil […]
The foundation of a wooden house
Slab Foundations for Wooden Houses: Foundations for a Sustainable Future. The foundation of a wooden house is a crucial element that deserves careful and detailed planning from the earliest stages of the project. Although foundations may seem an unglamorous topic, their importance cannot be underestimated, as they not only support the entire structure but also […]