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Abtenauer Bauernbogen

Abtenau | AUT

In Abtenau, Austria, the Bauernbogen was created as a forward-looking building dedicated to the marketing of regional products – built entirely from wood and focused on the highest standards of building biology. The timber cladding was fastened using LIGNOLOC® wooden nails – for a permanent, metal-free connection that embodies sustainability in both form and function.

 

The new Bauernbogen is a remarkable timber construction that deliberately stands out from the region’s traditional architecture and brings fresh impulses to the area. Its concept combines architectural individuality with a contemporary approach to marketing local food.

The entire load-bearing structure is made of wood; the façade and insulation were designed according to the highest ecological building standards using regional materials. The solid wood cladding was fastened using LIGNOLOC® wooden nails by BECK – a sustainable, metal-free connection that underlines the project's holistic vision and saves 66% CO₂ compared to conventional fastening methods.

The Bauernbogen is more than just a building – it is a space for connection. It brings together people and nature, high-quality local products and modern architecture. At its core are sustainability, animal welfare, biodiversity, and the exchange of knowledge – all within an atmosphere that invites visitors to stay, explore and reflect.

Sustainability in Every Detail

The philosophy behind the Bauernbogen is rooted in an appreciation for regional products, resource-conscious agriculture, and artisanal quality. This philosophy extends into construction: The choice to use LIGNOLOC® wooden nails reflects a consistently ecological approach to fastening.

Our wooden nailing system enables a metal-free, long-lasting and stable connection on the wooden support structure – completely free of metal. This approach preserves material integrity, enhances the carbon footprint, and consistently implements the project’s holistic sustainability concept – from the façade to the regional food products inside.

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LIGNOLOC® enables architecture with integrity

The design concept of the "Bauernbogen" was conceived by Studio Precht – renowned for visionary timber architecture with a strong regional focus. The guiding principle "everything under one roof" was translated into a striking architectural language: a sweeping shingle roof arches over the entire building like a protective hat and opens generously on both sides with spacious entrances. Material purity and regionality were key priorities: the load-bearing structure and insulation are made from locally sourced timber and natural materials. For the façade cladding by Zimmerei Peter Auer, the metal-free LIGNOLOC® wooden nail system by BECK was used – enabling pure wood-to-wood connections and consistently sustainable construction.

Photo : Tom Bachler

The Bauernbogen by Studio Precht

With LIGNOLOC® wooden nails visibly applied, the structural concept of the Bauernbogen becomes evident – metal-free and purely timber-based

Project data

  • Location: Abtenau, AUT

  • Completion: 2024

  • LIGNOLOC® Application: Installation of wooden façade cladding onto a load-bearing substructure

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