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The Garzón School is a pioneering educational campus in Maldonado, Uruguay, that combines an innovative pedagogical approach with sustainable construction based on the Mass Timber system. The architectural design was developed by Rosan Bosch Studio, a renowned international studio specializing in flexible, playful educational environments that are in harmony with nature. The project was carried […]

At Enkel Group we know that the best way to expand knowledge and raise awareness about sensitive issues such as new technologies and ways of building is by providing quality information. That is why together with Arboreal and Rothoblaas we traveled the country with training combined with lectures and exhibitions about the Mass Timber Construction

Enkel was responsible for the development of the new Moorlands School building in Los Olivos de los Horneros, an educational project of 2,000 m² of interior surface and more than 3,000 m² of exterior spaces. Under the turnkey modality, taking charge of the management of subcontractors and tasks, Enkel was in charge of the assembly

Microsoft is building two new data centers in Virginia that incorporate CLT (Cross-Laminated Timber) as one of the main components of its buildings in an effort to reduce reliance on steel and concrete and thus reduce the carbon footprint of its facilities. Source: https://news.microsoft.com/source/features/sustainability/microsoft-builds-first-datacenters-with-wood-to-slash-carbon-emissions/ What is CLT and how is it used? CLT is a

What is FSC and how does it work?   The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is an international non-profit organization that sets global standards for responsible forest management. Its main objective is to ensure that forestry is carried out in a sustainable manner, respecting environmental, social and economic criteria. The FSC develops and promotes certifications that

The new Apple store in Miami, Apple Miami Worldcenter, marks a before and after in sustainable and environmentally friendly construction. This impressive wooden building is the brand’s first to extensively incorporate the Mass Timber construction technique, setting a precedent in store architecture for one of the world’s most recognized brands. Designed by an internal Apple

Beyond its beauty, wood possesses unique properties that make it an invaluable ally for our health and well-being. Did you know that…? It reduces stress and blood pressure: Scientific studies have shown that wood has a calming effect on our nervous system. Exposure to wood can lower cortisol levels, the stress hormone, and reduce blood

Imagine a space where natural light floods every corner, the air is fresh and clean, and the environment invites concentration and learning. This is not a futuristic utopia, it is a tangible reality thanks to Mass Timber, the building material that is revolutionizing the way we conceive schools and universities. Mass Timber: An ally for

Did you know that building in wood can also be industrialized? Mass Timber is not only wood, it is robotic precision, speed and quality certified to European standards. Construction at height, without waste and with record times. The future of construction? It is already here. Our method is divided into 3 key stages:   P1

In the Uruguayan construction market, Enkel Group and Arboreal stand out as key players in the sustainable construction revolution. With Mass Timber as the main system and Matías Abergo as CEO at Enkel and president and co-founder at Arboreal, both companies have as their primary objective to achieve an efficient, practical and sustainable construction system