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Using mass timber in school architecture offers numerous advantages, especially for children and youths. Research shows that natural materials like wood can boost concentration and cognitive function, making them especially beneficial in educational settings. Our project, KF School in Stavanger, Norway, showcases these benefits with its four multi-story CLT buildings.  What challenges did Acetra face…

At Acetra, we're not just building structures; we're shaping the future of sustainable design. Each of our projects is a testament to expertise, precision, and a passion for craftsmanship. In the latest issue of m-Kvadrat magazine, discover the journey of Janko Maksimović, our Head of the Project team, who leads groundbreaking projects that push the…

The latest issue of Industrija Magazine highlights the key advantages of cross-laminated timber (CLT) through project examples from around the world. Acetra, a leader in timber structure design for over 16 years, showcased the environmental benefits of CLT through the example of the KF Skolen wooden school project in Stavanger, Norway. Why Is CLT…

Acetra - Dusan Milutinovic delivered an engaging presentation at the Eco Built event, focusing on the topic of developing structural designs for mass timber projects. One notable case study he discussed was the Kautokeino School. During his talk, Dusan Milutinovic highlighted the innovative approach taken in the structural design of the Kautokeino School. This project…

In light of the climate crisis and the desire to produce as little waste as possible, reduce CO 2 emissions and optimize production processes and circularity within construction, wood construction has proven to be an industry segment that is increasingly present globally. Currently, all over the world, more and more complex buildings are being built from wood, which is proof…

KF Skolen is located in Stavanger Norway, it consists of four CLT multi-story buildings. This school will have capacity for 364 pupils and 50 employees.  First three CLT buildings have three stories made of CLT and they are placed on concrete underground structures. Fourth building, where the terrain level is lower, is completely made of…

Kautokeino skole in northern Norway is a project that aims to do justice to the uniqueness of Sami culture and pedagogy. https://www.ubm-development.com/magazin/kautokeino-skole/  

Just above Stockholm is the municipality of Sollentuna where renovation of Turebergshuset is taking place. After  years, the building was due for a thorough renovation. Entrance building is made as an independent structure from the main building. Main structure of the building is a structure of GL columns and beams that supports CLT roof. View PDF

During the last ten years, a new green movement has appeared in construction throughout Europe, America and Asia. The leader of that movement is, of course, wood and mass timber construction. It is the material of the future, and some have even called it the "concrete of the future." https://www.grenef.com/drvene-konstrukcije-acetra-projektni-biro/

Private house in Honefoss, a few kilometers north of Oslo (Norway), was built entirely of wood, cross laminated timber panels and glulam beams. The house was designed, built and installed at the end of 2020. The architecture of this unusual weekend house is signed by the Norwegian architectural bureau Oslotre AS, while the structural design…

"The Lundberg Villa is an innovative and environmentally sustainable newly built villa in the green area of Margretelund in Stockholm, created by Serbian experts from Belgrade. The design is based on familiar Scandinavian forms and materials, but uses sharp, unusual details and clean lines to create a refined and modern architectural language. The project was…