Embracing Change with Wooden Floors: Sustainable Building in Existing Structures

Blog // 17.07.2025

The transformation of construction doesn't begin in untouched green spaces, but within existing buildings. In light of rising emissions and finite resources, sustainable renovation is becoming increasingly important. Instead of demolition and new construction, the focus is shifting to refurbishing old buildings with ecological materials – and with it, a building material that bridges tradition and future: wood.

Building with existing structures is the future of architecture

Renovation, conversion, repurposing – the challenges of our time call for new solutions for the buildings that already surround us. Today’s planning shapes the spaces of tomorrow. Architects, interior designers, and clients alike are called upon to use sustainable materials – not only resource-efficient but also long-lasting and rich in design possibilities.

Wooden floors: ecological, local, timeless

Our solid and engineered wooden floors come from sustainably managed forests, are PEFC-certified, and travel short distances – primarily from the Black Forest, Southern Germany, and the nearby Vosges Mountains. These native woods are increasingly in demand, especially in renovation projects:

Silver fir – With its calm grain and bright hue, this softwood brings a light and modern touch to restored buildings and adds a sense of airiness to rooms with historic character.
Douglas fir – Bold in appearance, regionally sourced, and exceptionally dimensionally stable – perfect for wide and long floorboards.
Oak – A timeless classic. Hard, durable, and versatile, it withstands heavy use and complements a wide range of architectural styles.

What unites all our wood species: natural surfaces with minimal chemical treatment, exceptional durability, and the ability to last for generations.

Built to last: wooden floors in circular architecture

A real wood floor is more than just long-lasting – it’s repairable and adaptable. Unlike many industrial flooring products, it doesn’t need to be discarded when trends change. It can be sanded, re-oiled, sometimes brushed – and continues to live on. One floor can accompany generations of living, working, and evolving – time and time again. In that sense, solid wood flooring stands in direct contrast to throwaway architecture. It’s a prime example of circular building without the need for complex recycling processes: A high-quality wooden floor can last 50, 80, 100 years or more. Not just a durable surface – but a sustainable foundation for living.

Planners are shaping the transformation

Whether architect, interior designer, or client – those who plan today shape the living spaces of tomorrow. With natural materials like wood, existing buildings can be modernized, heritage structures gently renewed, and old properties transformed into sustainable homes. Our floorboards are made to accompany this transition – from first concept through to lasting use.