It is worth noting that the forests of Switzerland are certainly the best managed in the world. Practically one third of the national territory is covered in forests. Certain of the most rare resinous woods like Larch represent only 5% of the wooded territory. When one realises that it takes at least 150 years for a larch to mature before being cut, this helps us understand the surcharge relating to this requirement for such a relative rarity. Even if the deciduous forests appear under utilised certain types of resinous wood are more and more sought-after for the construction of luxury homes typical of our region. Concurrently, the new markets of India and China require a large amount of quality woods for their development.
As a result of these factors, and to balance the rapport between demand and supply we have a resource from Central European regions where the same varieties of resinous woods are in abundance. Countries like Slovakia have regions which are 60% covered in forest ( practically two times more than in Switzerland) Certain regions like Siberia have bountiful supplies of Larch which has had the time to grow slowly in the heart of forests situated in harsh climates. The wood is incredibly solid hard and guarantees maximum durability due to the extreme climate it has grown in. Faced with a market in rapid growth and a growing demand for quality we can obtain the primary materials in a region which has a plentiful supply in a manner which is both economical and ecological. According to recent statistics, Switzerland, rather like France, has seen a remarkable growth in the use of wood constructions. The latest figures show a growth of more than 46% since 2001 mainly in the luxury sector of the market.
In Conclusion:
This type of construction is part of a market that is still young even though certain cantons (Valais Vaud amongst others) have historically continued to practise this type of construction. Nowadays people’s attraction for wood is due to a desire for authenticity, sustainability and an affinity with nature. We believe that a major point now is durable development and the protection of the environment through the reduction of greenhouse gases. All the specialists are unanimous on this point. Investing in wood now will permit us to preserve a proper environment for our children for tomorrow.
The management of forests
It is worth noting that the forests of Switzerland are certainly the best managed in the world. Practically one third of the national territory is covered in forests. Certain of the most rare resinous woods like Larch represent only 5% of the wooded territory. When one realises that it takes at least 150 years for a larch to mature before being cut, this helps us understand the surcharge relating to this requirement for such a relative rarity. Even if the deciduous forests appear under utilised certain types of resinous wood are more and more sought-after for the construction of luxury homes typical of our region. Concurrently, the new markets of India and China require a large amount of quality woods for their development.
As a result of these factors, and to balance the rapport between demand and supply we have a resource from Central European regions where the same varieties of resinous woods are in abundance. Countries like Slovakia have regions which are 60% covered in forest ( practically two times more than in Switzerland) Certain regions like Siberia have bountiful supplies of Larch which has had the time to grow slowly in the heart of forests situated in harsh climates. The wood is incredibly solid hard and guarantees maximum durability due to the extreme climate it has grown in. Faced with a market in rapid growth and a growing demand for quality we can obtain the primary materials in a region which has a plentiful supply in a manner which is both economical and ecological. According to recent statistics, Switzerland, rather like France, has seen a remarkable growth in the use of wood constructions. The latest figures show a growth of more than 46% since 2001 mainly in the luxury sector of the market.
In Conclusion: This type of construction is part of a market that is still young even though certain cantons (Valais Vaud amongst others) have historically continued to practise this type of construction. Nowadays people’s attraction for wood is due to a desire for authenticity, sustainability and an affinity with nature. We believe that a major point now is durable development and the protection of the environment through the reduction of greenhouse gases. All the specialists are unanimous on this point. Investing in wood now will permit us to preserve a proper environment for our children for tomorrow.