What changes the price
01
Building system
X-LAM (solid cross-laminated panels) or timber frame (light structure with insulation inside the walls): the amount of timber, times and performance change. A mixed system is often the best compromise.
02
Delivery level
From advanced shell (structure, envelope, roof and windows) to turnkey with systems and finishes: this is what moves the price per m² the most.
03
Shape and size
Storeys, overhangs, large glazing and clear spans need more material and calculations; a compact plan costs less per m² than a complex one.
04
Energy performance
Insulation thickness, external insulation, ventilated façade and windows set the energy class and future running costs.
05
Systems and finishes
Heat pump, solar panels, mechanical ventilation, floors and claddings: choices that weigh on the total as much as the structure.
06
Site and location
Access for vehicles, seismic zone, snow load and distance from the plant affect transport and assembly.
What is almost never included in the price per m²
Land and fees: plot purchase, development charges and permits
Foundations: concrete slab or footings, depending on the ground
Design and site supervision: unless included in the offer
Connections and outdoor works: utilities, fences, garden and paths
Our timber houses
Frequently asked questions
Does a timber house cost less than a masonry one?
For the same performance the cost is often similar; the advantage lies in much shorter building times, the precision of prefabrication and lower energy use over the years.
X-LAM or timber frame?
X-LAM offers mass, solidity and excellent seismic behaviour; timber frame is lighter and starts from lower costs. We assess the right system with you, mixed systems included.
How long does it take to build?
The structure is produced in our plant and assembled on site in a few weeks; overall times depend mainly on permits, systems and finishes.