The building, designed as a single-family home, showcased the effectiveness of the 300 mm thick Hempro hemp blocks and 200 mm partitions, developed by IsoHemp, as part of a new ecological construction.
Architect Michael Bader from Urban Clean Building and the construction company "Hemp - There it is" worked closely together, supported by partners Lehm Laden and Hanfingenieur. Together, they overcame challenges not only related to innovative materials such as lintels for door and window openings but also to everyday aspects such as regulatory constraints and limited space on site.
To maximize energy efficiency and ease of construction, the use of IsoHemp lintels was also chosen. These building elements offer several advantages: they eliminate thermal bridges, provide uniform and continuous support for the finishing plaster, reduce construction time, and simplify implementation, resulting in increased speed on the construction site.
Lehm Laden shares their experience: "Building with hemp: a project with challenges. We are currently accompanying a very special construction project, where the first ecological single-family house in Berlin is being built with hemp bricks by IsoHemp. This project shows that sustainable construction requires not only innovation but also creativity and perseverance. However, it is not the materials themselves, but rather everyday issues that challenge such a construction project - the authorities or the lack of space. We are grateful to be able to accompany ‘Hemp – There it is’ in this project and appreciate their courage and perseverance. This collaboration is a strong sign of what is possible when we share a vision of sustainable construction together."
This project clearly illustrates the benefits of IsoHemp blocks, especially in terms of thermal regulation, fire resistance, and acoustic insulation, contributing to improved living comfort and long-term durability. This Berlin construction site represents an inspiring model for the future of ecological construction.
Partner: Lehm Laden
Architect: Urban Clean Building - Michael Bader
Contractor: Hemp - There it is