wooden structure Not only does it prove to be more ecologically sustainable, it also offers safety comparable to concrete buildings. Now Sweden introduces what’s to come The world’s first completely wooden cityIn reality, it will be an integrated neighborhood within Stockholm, with an area of 250,000 square meters.
The ‘Stockholm Wood City’ project is just 7,000 offices and buildings in addition to 2,000 homes advert. Green will be the reference in the Swedish capital.
This zone will consist of homes, shops, restaurants, offices and public spaces. According to the project, architectural diversity will be one of the points of attraction. buildings of different shapes, heights and functionsbut it always has one common denominator: wood.
While wood will now be the main protagonist of this sustainable city, the project goes even further. With Solar panels have been installed on their roofs and batteries to reduce dependency on the electrical grid.Stockholm Wood City will strive to be a true reference point for urban sustainability. In addition, vegetation will decorate terraces and roofs, adding an extra green touch to the urban landscape.
Annica Ånäs, CEO of Atrium Ljungberg says: “Modern timber construction is a hot topic around the world, but Projects carried out so far are usually individual buildings or blocks. The new European Bauhaus has seen an increase in wood construction in recent years, but old traditions and beliefs have hindered development.
Multiple advantages and fire resistance
“Wood structures have many advantages in terms of both the environment and human health and well-being. As various research studies show, Wooden buildings provide better air quality, reduce stress, increase productivity and they capture carbon dioxide throughout their lives,” adds Annica Ånäs.
For those who associate wood with fire risk, technology has come a long way. Today, woods such as cross laminated and glue laminated used in such structures, proven to be fire resistant. An example of this is the Mjøstårnet tower, which is designed to be self-extinguishing even without human intervention in the event of a fire.
Stockholm Wood City work expected to continue start in 2025According to the company’s calendar, the first buildings are expected to be ready in 2027.
Annica Ånäs continues: “Stockholm Wood City demonstrates our commitment to the future. There is a strong demand for innovative and sustainable solutions and we are meeting that demand with this initiative.”
Supporters of the project say Stockholm Wood City is not only a demonstration of what wood architecture can achieve, but also a beacon of sustainability for the world.
Project information at this link.
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