Innovative facade elements of wood

Purpose and goal

The project aims to produce wooden facades with a new expression, using modern woodworking and construction methods. The goal of this planning project was to investigate possible partners in the manufacturing and construction industries, and to develop a business plan. The business plan describes the project background, conditions and partners for further development and cost estimates and the need of development work. A patent on the method of production as well as several industrial designs have been submitted.

Results and expected effects

The project will provide a basis for further development and testing of the system, especially manufacturing and assembly methods need to be tested. Contacts with partners demonstrate a commitment and good opportunities for collaboration to develop and commercialize innovative wooden facade systems. There is interest among architects and builders to use wooden facade systems. Wood in construction increases which is positive from for example an environmental standpoint.

Approach and implementation

We have had personal meetings and telephone meetings with partners during the process of developing the business plan. Strengths and weaknesses of the wooden facade system have been assessed and some technical details have been investigated. Overview market analysis has been done for the wooden facade system with the help of partners, and other contacts.