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Comporta, Portugal
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Kōzō partners with architects to develop future-proofed projects

Kōzō partners with architects to develop future-proofed projects

At Kōzōwood, we work closely with forward-thinking architects to craft solutions that place wood’s beauty and character at the heart of architectural innovation.

Mass timber is our forte

Cross-Laminated-Timber (CLT) and Wood-frame construction methods each have their own unique advantages. Choosing the best approach will depend on factors such as project requirements, budget, design optimisation, and local environmental considerations. Get in touch and we will help you reach the right decision.

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Executed by a team of experts
Executed by a team of experts
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Highest construction standards
Cutting edge technology
Cutting edge technology
Guaranteed excellence
Guaranteed excellence

Mass timber products are more sustainable than other common building materials. Wood is a renewable resource that absorbs carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, which often results in these materials having a negative (meaning good) carbon footprint.

What is Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT)?

CLT is an excellent material for constructing high buildings due to its strength and structural performance. The cross-laminated layers in CLT panels provide superior stability and rigidity compared to traditional timber framing, allowing for taller and more complex structures to be built.

CLT is also much lighter than traditional building materials like steel and concrete, making it easier and faster to construct high buildings. The panels can be prefabricated off-site and transported to the construction site, where they can be quickly and easily assembled.

What is Wood-frame?

Wood-frame construction is a common method used for residential buildings, particularly single-family homes and low-rise multi-family buildings.

Wood-frame construction is preferred for its ease of construction, versatility, and affordability. It is a lightweight and durable material that is readily available and easy to work with. It also offers good insulation properties, which can help reduce energy consumption and costs associated with heating and cooling a building.

Key Factors

Strength

Fire Resistance

Acoustic Insulation

Construction Speed

Design Flexibility

Eco Friendly

Energy Efficiency

Durability

Seismic resistance

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CLT is a very strong and stiff material, making it suitable for use in load-bearing structures. It is even stronger and stiffer than traditional wood frame construction, which can result in buildings with longer spans and fewer columns.

CLT has excellent fire resistance properties due to the charring of its surface layer in case flames do erupt. This creates a natural protective layer that slows down combustion and the spread of fire, allowing the building to maintain its structural integrity. Wood has lower thermal conductivity — and therefore stands for longer - than even steel.

Wood provides great acoustic insulation, reducing noise transmission and creating quiet and appeasing indoor environments.

Most of our building components can be prefabricated off-site, which reduces construction time and labour costs. This also leads to a higher level of quality, as every panel is manufactured in a meticulously controlled environment.

CTL panels and Woodframe techniques can be used to create complex shapes and extensive structures, allowing for a high degree of design flexibility. This leads to unique and highly aesthetic buildings, typically marked by their warmth and brightness.

Wood has a smaller carbon footprint than other traditional building materials, such as concrete or steel. Additionally, the use of wood in construction can help offset emissions by storing carbon dioxide.

Wood has great insulation properties, which can help reduce energy consumption and other costs associated with heating or cooling living spaces.

Modern Woodframe construction is optimised for longevity and durability. Wood is a strong and reliable material, made even more resistant by today’s engineering capabilities, which combine timeless knowledge with leading-edge treatments and techniques.

Wood's elasticity and lightness provide significant benefits for the resilience of buildings during earthquakes. These properties are further enhanced by modern wood frame construction techniques, resulting in structures with high ductility.

Volume of manufactured CLT in Europe (m³)

Data source The CLT Handbook CLT structures, facts and planning — 2019 by Swedish Wood
Data source The CLT Handbook CLT structures, facts and planning — 2019 by Swedish Wood

Mass timber products can reduce building costs as they are frequently less expensive than their counterparts. Wood can also be adapted on-site, allowing for quick solutions if changes become necessary.

Safe

CLT is a safe and robust building material. It is fire resistant and can distribute seismic forces throughout the structures. It reduces the risks associated with on-site construction because it can be prefabricated off-site. In a fire, CLT's surface charrs, slowing the spread of fire.

Durable

Strong, durable and resistant to seismic activity, fire and heavy loads. Its cross-laminated layers distribute loads evenly, making it strong enough for the construction of tall buildings. It can also withstand high winds and severe weather conditions.

Versatile

Versatile and easy to install for wall, floor and roof construction. Can be customised and prefabricated off-site, reducing on-site labour time and waste. Lightweight, easy to handle and featuring accurately cut edges to create airtight joints, improving energy efficiency and indoor air quality.

Cost-efficient

Cost effective due to the prefabrication process, reducing on-site labour and waste. Its strength and durability allow for longer spans, reducing the need for additional materials. Its energy efficiency can also result in lower long-term running costs.

Sustainable

Mass timber products are sustainable because they use renewable wood resources and have a smaller carbon footprint. Their precision engineering means less waste and faster construction times. They are also energy efficient, improving the overall environmental impact of any building.

Experience the warmth and natural beauty of a wood home.
Experience the warmth and natural beauty of a wood home.

Experience the warmth and natural beauty of a wood home.

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