New Facade aesthetic from leftover materials

To lay the groundwork for a resilient future, Rieder invested in a sustainable company headquarters in Maishofen. For nearly 20 years, the family-owned business has been internationally successful with the production of glassfibre reinforced concrete facade products.

To expand production capacity, a new hybrid hall made of wood and concrete was built. This supplements the two existing production halls, sets high standards for the future of construction and establishes new benchmarks in prefabrication. More than 1,300 m³ of wood were used in the project. To support local business, the neighboring Maishofen-based company Höck Holzbau was brought in. They fabricated the elements directly on a dedicated area at the construction site, allowing for rapid progress.

180 large wooden pyramids were used as ceiling elements. Their unique geometry maximizes daylight penetration. The use of zenith light creates a harmonious spatial concept and ensures optimal workplace conditions. Additionally, a humidification system was installed. Maintaining healthy air humidity reduces dust exposure and improves air quality for employees. Owner Wolfgang Rieder adds: “The overall architectural concept supports a modern workplace. With the completion of the second wood-hybrid hall, we were able to create many new jobs and strengthen the region as a business hub.”

Parts of the production halls were clad with discarded absorbers that otherwise would have been thrown away. The front facades of the two halls were covered with existing production waste from glassfibre reinforced concrete. Through comprehensive data analysis of the offcuts, an innovative cataloging method and generative algorithm-based design, the architectural design process was reversed: available material became the foundation for a new facade design. More than 500 m² were created from the offcuts and rearranged like a patchwork quilt. In this way, waste materials were given new life, overall waste reduced and resources conserved. By adapting to the available material and its constraints, an entirely new facade aesthetic was developed. This landmark project shows how resource-conscious construction and innovative design can work hand in hand.