Wooden Skyscraper

Designed for the city of Stockholm, Sweden, by the architects C.F. Møller and Dinell Johansson and the consultant Tyréns, this 34-storey building will be the largest structure in the world to be constructed in wood.

The architects ensure that this solution is more sustainable, durable and more resistant to fire than a traditional steel and concrete construction.

In the Swedish context, this is also an economical alternative for materials such as steel and concrete due to the abundance of wood, and since wood is a lighter material, transportation costs are reduced. Sustainability is another major advantage of using wood because the amount of waste is greatly reduced and production emits less CO2.

This creative concept was developed under the architectural competition "HSB Stockholm" starting from a series of characteristics that contribute to a better environment.

The building relies on several solar panels and landscaped roofs. The wooden structure will be visible through the glass facade protecting the balconies of each apartment.

According to the architects, the great advantage wood structure is that it may be treated to increase its resistance to fire, compared to steel or concrete. Contrary to what is typically considered, wood isn’t necessarily an element that increases the risk of fire. In fact, the wood mass consists of 15% water, which in a fire situation will evaporate before wood burns effectively, thus functioning as a delay element.

Besides its excellent fire resistance, wood is known for its mechanical properties, good acoustic and thermal insulation, allowing energy conservation and maintenance of indoor temperature.

Find out more at: www.cfmoller.com