In July 2025, the TUM.wood Group held a two-day conference in Bayrischzell, marking twelve years since its foundation in the same location. The focus was on a retrospective analysis of past developments and the strategic orientation of the group in teaching, research and structure.
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What does circular construction with timber look like in practice? This YouTube video provides insights into the HolzBAU25 project and its presentation at the BAU 2025 in Munich. An innovative project by the TUM.wood Group in cooperation with the Bavarian State Ministry of Food, Agriculture, Forestry and Tourism. Take a look! (Photo: Andreas Labes)
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Finally – our film about the TUM.wood group is ready! It offers an exciting insight into our work with wood as a sustainable building material and the interdisciplinary research behind it. We are delighted to be able to present a comprehensive insight into our work with wood along the entire value chain. TUM.wood – from tree to house.
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In order to inform the general public about the climate protection potential of building with wood at the BAU25 trade fair, the Bavarian State Ministry of Food, Agriculture, Forestry and Tourism, together with the TUM.wood Group, initiated the “HolzBAU25” design-build project at the Technical University of Munich (TUM). In the summer semester of 2024, the Chair of Architecture and Timber Construction at TUM focused on the planning and realization of the exhibition pavilion made of wood. The aim of the project was to vividly convey the value chain “From tree to house”. Thanks to a flexible construction with reversible connections, the pavilion can be reused and repurposed in different contexts in the future. (Image: Andreas Labes)
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As in previous years, the TUM.wood Block – Adventure Research is presenting the latest developments and contrasting positions under the motto ‘Wood&’ and providing insights into the colourful world of wood research – and beyond. Thanks to interesting lectures and an informative discussion on topics such as wood-reinforced wood and clay, as well as the efficient use of resources in timber construction, a fascinating discussion arose.
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