The Haus des Holzes in Sursee is a pioneering project in Design for Disassembly (DfD), a concept that allows easy disassembly and maximum reuse of building components at the end of their life. Constructed almost exclusively from local timber, it is based on a prefabricated modular structure that promotes flexibility and adaptability. The building is conceived as a skeletal system where facades, partitions and even some floor slabs can be dismantled and reassembled elsewhere without major degradation. This principle considerably reduces waste production and guarantees a second life for the materials used.
The entire structure is based on reversible mechanical joints, avoiding the use of glues or elements that are difficult to separate, thus facilitating future dismantling. Solid wood, used for load-bearing walls and floors, is complemented by cross-laminated timber panel elements and bio-sourced wood fiber insulation. The modular facades can be dismantled and replaced as required without affecting the stability of the building. Even the building's technical system has been designed to be dissociated from the load-bearing structure, guaranteeing greater longevity and ease of maintenance.