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When Traditional style meets modern benefits
Traditional architecture and modern building materials don't have to be in conflict. With products like Ytong, Silka, and Multipor, it’s possible to create energy-efficient and sustainable buildings that maintain a timeless aesthetic. Find out how traditional construction methods can benefit from
Grain silo is turned into a modern museum in Norway
The grain silo in Kristiansand, Norway, was considered a symbol of modernity when it was built in 1935. Now the listed building has been converted into one of the most modern art museums and fulfils criteria such as energy efficiency and sustainability.
Multipor used to insulate the buildings of one of the oldest mines in Poland
Currently being carried out in Ruda Śląska is a revitalisation of the complex of buildings of the Franciszek shaft, which are a material reminder of the Brandenburg mine – the first one in Upper Silesia. Internal insulation with Multipor will bring the mine's historic buildings up to modern ther
How we conduct long-term monitoring of insulated buildings
Xella does not only pay lip service to ensuring that Multipor is a safe system for internal insulation. By using special probes, buildings are monitored for their moisture and temperature levels on the long term. Our Polish team recently implemented the monitoring system in two museums, ensuring an
Xella Hungary Energy renovation: Insulation mission accomplished by students
The Hild József Construction Technical College in Győr has been successfully educating students for 78 years. Currently there are about 600 students who are taught in traditional and modern architectural and construction techniques – and not just in theory, but in practice: much of the tradition
From Foundation to Masterpiece: Xella Products in the World of Arts
What do our products have to do with the arts? Four stories that showcase the aesthetic and functional properties of our versatile materials in very different ways. Find out how they are used in museums as more than just a simple building material.
Withstands to 1,000 degrees of heat
Preventing fire protection saves lives. Mineral building materials such as Ytong, Hebel and Multipor are inherently non-combustible. They meet fire safety requirements without the need for additional measures. This not only benefits the building owner.
Renovation is good, monitoring with moisture meters is better
When a historic barn was renovated with Multipor, moisture meters were installed in the walls to monitor over a period of many years whether the autoclaved aerated concrete was creating a healthy indoor climate. Why the project is now attracting many craftsmen from outside the region.
Renovation and new construction with interior insulation at Papieri Areal in Cham in Switzerland
At the Papieri Areal in Cham in Switzerland, several former factory buildings are shining in new splendor - alongside striking new buildings, they are preserving the historic site sustainably. This is how Multipor interior insulation has supported the extensive construction project so far.
How an old bakery building becomes a modern residential project with a historic facade
The shortage of living space in cities often means that historic buildings have to make way for new construction projects. The Rezidencia Kesselbauer housing project in Slovakia shows that this can be done differently: the facade of a bakery was preserved for the cityscape with Multipor insulation b
When brick meets Multipor: the restoration of Unesco Malbork Castle in Poland
When it comes to insulating historic buildings, contractors like to use Xella's Multipor mineral insulation boards. They are currently being used in the restoration of the largest brick castle in the world.
How to renovate and insulate a listed paper factory
An almost hundred years old paper factory in Switzerland is being transformed into a new living and working space with an industrial flair. The former warehouse is already finished: Careful preparation, targeted use of sustainable building materials, and bright ideas have not only preserved the old
Insulation and renovation: How to keep buildings worthy for decades
Insulation and renovation in one single step: The building material Multipor has many advantages for building owners. At the same time, it reduces energy costs and improves the indoor climate for the occupants.
Multipor preserves the historic facades of the City Campus Antwerp
The University of Antwerp is investing 12.5 million euros in the renovation of its City Campus, including the historic Knechtjeshuis. In order to preserve the historic facades, Multipor is used as insulation material.
How historic facades can be preserved
A former slaughterhouse becomes a gallery for contemporary art. Thanks to interior insulation with Xella’s Multipor system, it was possible to preserve the battered historic facades of the PLATO Gallery in Ostrava in the Czech Republic. The material ensures modernization and preservation of the ex
How a grain silo is turned into a modern museum in Norway
The grain silo in Kristiansand, Norway, was considered a symbol of modernity when it was built in 1935. Now the listed building is being converted into one of the most modern art museums and must meet criteria such as energy efficiency and sustainability.
Green and modern living in Padua
A new residential complex in the Italian municipality of Padua links sustainable and nature-friendly living through autoclaved aerated concrete from Xella.
Mission accomplished
Converting a moist basement into dry living space is one of the biggest challenges of a renovation. With ExSal Therm from Multipor, a solution is available that dries out salt-contaminated walls and insulates at the same time.
How a heritage-protected farmhouse can become a residential house
Renovating heritage-protected houses is often complex and costly. But there are solutions that even make it possible to solve repair and insulation in one step. This saves building owners time and money while protecting health and the environment.
Renovating for storms, snow and ice
A team of scientists and Xella Italy modernized a mountain hut in the Dolomites - using natural materials, without altering the historic façade, and under extreme climatic conditions.
How Xella's Multipor insulation brand becomes climate-neutral
As part of our commitment to fighting climate change, we are giving our customers the opportunity to make a measurable contribution to climate protection. Starting this year, for example, we are offsetting the CO2 emissions of our Multipor insulation brand.
Multipor for historic water tower in Zabrze
Built in 1909, the water tower in Zabrze is no ordinary structure, combining a technical building with residential and office space. As a historically protected building, comprehensive insulation can only be carried out from the inside. Therefore, in its new function as a museum, insulation with Mul
Xella products as part of the first skyscraper in Slovakia
With 45 floors, the Eurovea Tower is Bratislava's first real skyscraper. As part of the Eurovea venture, it is one of the largest construction projects in Slovakia's history. The second stage of the project, which is currently underway, has big goals - a full-fledged new city district.
Green roof and photovoltaics for the National Library in Luxembourg
Luxembourg's imposing National Library is located in the immediate vicinity of important EU institutions. The building is the largest roof insulation project in Multipor's history to date.
Historic Heating Plant gets insulated with Multipor
With an extensive renovation, the Jurkovič Heating Plant also needed new insulating properties. As external insulation is mostly not an option for historic buildings, the Multipor mineral thermal insulation boards saved the day for the renovation team in Bratislava, Slovakia.
When tradition meets modernity
The “Church of Christ the Savior” in Prague's Barrandov district is a new landmark in the Czech capital. Xella CZ was able to meet the requirements for interior insulation with Multipor as the ideal solution.
Providing housing where it is needed
In 2020, the construction of one of the largest housing projects in Slovenia began. More than 4,000 m3 of Xella products are to be used for the creation of the “Pod Pekrsko gorco” neighborhood in Maribor.
Reconstruction of Bundesliga stadium with Xella building materials
Ytong, Multipor and Hebel products are used in the reconstruction of the home of Karlsruher SC, a German 2. Bundesliga team.
Xella at BAU 2019 in Munich
Xella presented itself and the strong brands under its roof as an innovation leader at the BAU 2019 in Munich
Finnish living style SUOMI in Czech Republic
Modern living that makes life pleasant: A total of ten new buildings will be built on more than nine hectares of land in the well-known Hloubìtín district in Prague.
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Xella Polska shows the way: how to keep employees happy in the long term
From health workshops to psychological support and programs for employees' children: there is much to learn from our Polish colleagues' wide range of well-being programs. Beata Molska and Marta Prokop
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Circularity in construction: working with partners in Belgium
What does urban mining look like in practice? To learn more about this, we have been working for two years in a funded project on sustainability in the construction industry. The challenge: to create
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Faster, bigger, better: improving shippings via the Danube river
Almost a year ago, Xella Romania organized the first barge transport of Xella products from Serbia across the Danube river. Waiting for the right moment, the team finally managed to surpass itself.
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