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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

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 Xella made it possible to build 156 senior apartments at short notice

Many industries, including construction, are struggling with material shortages. To ensure that a housing project for the elderly could be completed, construction managers opted for calcium-silicate blocks from Xella.

Save the housing

There is a shortage of housing in many European countries. Renovation is now the key to quick and sustainable solutions.

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.

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.

Renovate: Preserve buildings, protect the environment

Whether it's a single-family home, a housing development, a commercial property, or a historic building under preservation order, the right renovation not only saves energy costs. It also improves the quality of life for users and helps the climate. It depends on the materials.

Old silo converted with Ytong

A new district is being built in the Basel district of Erlenmatt Ost in Switzerland. A silo that was built there in 1912 has now been converted into a multifunctional place for the community.

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Climate change: How autoclaved aerated concrete and calcium-silicate blocks cope with flooding

Sometimes massive construction has massive advantages. After all, building sustainably also means adapting to extreme weather events such as flooding - especially when it comes to subsequent drainage.
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Circularity in Action: how Silka Leftovers are reintegrated into production

Last year, our Silka plant in Hillegom, the Netherlands, introduced an innovative circularity process to minimize waste and reduce raw material consumption. By reintegrating crushed residues into prod
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Best practice: Circularity at the Kolubara plant in Serbia

Xella is well on the way to achieving an important milestone in circularity: by 2025, no AAC (autoclaved aerated concrete) leftovers will end up in landfills. The Kolubara plant in Serbia demonstrates
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Pages with Tag:Renovation

Renovation and new construction with interior insulation at Papieri Areal in Cham in Switzerland

How an old bakery building becomes a modern residential project with a historic facade

How to renovate and insulate a listed paper factory

Insulation and renovation: How to keep buildings worthy for decades

Multipor preserves the historic facades of the City Campus Antwerp

How Xella made it possible to build 156 senior apartments at short notice

Save the housing

How a grain silo is turned into a modern museum in Norway

How a heritage-protected farmhouse can become a residential house

Renovate: Preserve buildings, protect the environment

Old silo converted with Ytong

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More sustainability news

Climate change: How autoclaved aerated concrete and calcium-silicate blocks cope with flooding

Circularity in Action: how Silka Leftovers are reintegrated into production

Best practice: Circularity at the Kolubara plant in Serbia

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