Spain
In partnership with Mass Madera, we drive the shift to a built environment in harmony with nature. Spain is a European frontrunner in biobased construction—a market defined by cutting-edge innovation, strong policy frameworks, and pioneering projects. This leadership creates the perfect conditions to scale timber and other nature-based materials across the sector.
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Frontrunners
- 011h
- Acciona Inmobiliaria
- AITIM
- Ajuntament Barcelona
- Altermateria
- Area Metropolitana Barcelona
- Ayuntamiento de Cuenca
- Ayuntamiento de Lugo
- BAUMAD
- CESUGA
- CETEMAS
- Distrito Natural
- Egoin
- Escuadria
- Guallart Architects
- INCAFUST
- Khora Urban Thinkers
- LignumTech
- Locare
- Miguel Nevado
- Navarra de Suelo y Vivienda (NASUVINSA)
- NEMETOMA
- Onesta
- PEMADE
- sAtt Arquitectura
- Sorigué Inmobiliaria
- Suma Arquitectura
- Tecnalia
- Terra Green Living
- Urban Forest Innovation Lab
- Urbanitree
- Velima system
- Woodea
- Xilonor / Finsa
- Zubi Cities
Our goal
Built by Nature Spain aims to accelerate the uptake of timber and other biobased materials in construction by building a strong national network of frontrunners. Coordinated by Mass Madera, the network will focus on multi-storey timber construction, closing knowledge gaps, and showcasing exemplary projects, while driving collaboration across sectors to shape policy, develop technical solutions, and foster innovation for a climate-neutral built environment.
Biobased in Spain: State of the Market
Spain’s biobased construction sector is gaining momentum, driven by sustainability goals and rapid industrial growth. The country has doubled its CLT production capacity to 161,800 m³, now ranking among Europe’s key players, with six modern plants using certified local timber. Over 640 projects showcase a shift toward industrialized wood solutions, especially in collective housing and public facilities, supported by strong EU policies and the advantages of prefabrication—cutting build times by up to 75%. With abundant forest resources, growing private investment, and supportive regulation, Spain is poised to expand biobased construction from 1.5% today to 10–12% by 2030, unlocking opportunities for innovation, carbon reduction, and a new era of sustainable architecture.
Network Activities
Built by Nature Spain creates spaces for collaboration and learning through regular roundtables, knowledge-sharing webinars, and thematic sessions on overcoming industry barriers. Members can engage in policy discussions, contribute to strategic objectives, and access guidance for applying to the Built by Nature Fund. The network also showcases pioneering projects and connects frontrunners from across sectors—developers, architects, cities, and innovators—working together to scale timber and biobased construction in Spain.
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