Timber Construction in the Greater Region
Timber construction is becoming an increasingly important part of the building sector in the Greater Region. Overall, there is a clear upward trend in both new construction and renovation. Timber is increasingly valued as a sustainable building material, particularly for its benefits in climate protection, resource efficiency, and regional value creation.
Although timber construction rates vary by region, the overall share is steadily increasing. Timber construction is gaining market share especially in residential and non-residential buildings. Innovations, the use of hardwood, and circular economy approaches further support this development. Despite a still fragmented industry structure, significant potential exists to strengthen timber construction through better networking of stakeholders, targeted support, and expanded technical expertise.
Overall, timber construction is a dynamically growing sector with high future potential for climate-friendly and resource-efficient building throughout the Greater Region.
Wallonia
Timber construction is dominated by small businesses. The number of new timber buildings is increasing, reaching a peak in 2022.
- 91 companies (60% micro-enterprises)
- Ø 900 new builds/year (2011–2022)
- 2022: 1,905 new builds (6.75% of permits) + 899 renovations
Luxembourg
Around one-tenth of all new buildings are constructed in timber. Timber construction is growing as sustainable building gains political and social importance.
- Timber construction share: ~10% (2019)
- 1,468 timber buildings in 2019 (10.3%)
- Construction sector: 6.2% of gross value added
- Construction causes 12% of national CO₂ emissions
Saarland
With a timber construction share of over 20%, the proportion is significantly higher than in many other regions. Timber is particularly widely used in non-residential construction.
- Timber construction share: 21.2%
- Single-/multi-family homes: 15.2%
- Non-residential construction: higher
Rhineland-Palatinate
More than a quarter of all new buildings are already constructed in timber. The share is especially high in non-residential construction.
- Timber construction share: 26.1%
- Single-/multi-family homes: 18.4%
- Non-residential construction: higher
Région Grand Est (France)
The region is increasingly focusing on innovations, circular economy, and better use of hardwood. There is significant potential for expanding timber construction.
- Timber construction potential: increased use of hardwood, promotion of circular economy and innovation, growth of timber share in new builds and renovations
