KHR Architecture introduces the Inspiration collection, a “collection of selected materials from our own materials library" – which highlights materials that combine environmental performance, durability, and circular design principles, offering a glimpse into the future of responsible construction.
Cameline Bolbroe, KHR Architecture’s Head of Sustainability and Innovation, explains:
"The new climate regulations emphasise the need for precise material data early in the design process. Partnering with revalu has allowed us to transition from static spreadsheets to a dynamic platform, ensuring we make informed choices that align with circular principles and carbon reduction goals."
By leveraging digital tools, KHR Architecture ensures that each material is carefully evaluated for its environmental impact, empowering architects and builders to make informed, low-carbon choices.
a:gain: Circular Building Products Highlighting upcycling’s potential, a:gain’s Funderø flooring combines durability and environmental responsibility by reusing discarded oak and ash from Junckers production.
BurntWood ApS: Reused and Treated Timber BurntWood breathes new life into reclaimed timber through surface treatments that enhance aesthetics and longevity. With a negative GWP of -0.220 kgCO2e/m2, their products exemplify how reuse reduces environmental impact while offering a distinctive finish for modern and traditional designs.
Clayworks Ltd: Natural Clay Plasters Clayworks’ breathable, natural plasters provide a low-impact solution for interiors. With a GWP of just 0.048 kgCO2e/m2, these plasters regulate indoor humidity, improve air quality, and add timeless beauty – perfectly embodying the principles of low-impact architecture.
Dinesen: Natural Timber Flooring Dinesen’s responsibly sourced Oak, Ash, and Douglas Layers blend quality craftsmanship with sustainability. These renewable materials enhance interiors with elegance, promoting natural resources while supporting responsible forestry.
EKOPANELY CZ: Straw Construction Boards EKOPANELY’s E40 boards deliver structural reliability with a GWP of -68.006 kgCO2e/m2, demonstrating how straw can sequester carbon and provide a sustainable alternative to traditional materials.
EcoCocon: Standard and Braced Straw Panels EcoCocon’s straw panels offer renewable, energy-efficient solutions for wall construction, combining excellent insulation properties with sustainability.
Ekolution AB: Hemp Fibre Insulation Derived from renewable hemp, Ekolution’s insulation delivers breathable, energy-efficient performance with a GWP of -6810 kgCO2e/m2, reducing energy usage while supporting circular design.
Ekovilla Oy: Loose Fibre Insulation Ekovilla’s carbon-negative insulation (GWP -1.220 kgCO2e/m2) highlights its exceptional thermal efficiency and environmental benefits, contributing to net-positive impacts in construction.
HERCAL DIGGERS SL: ECO-CONCRETE HRM-20 With 69.6% post-consumer recycled content and a GWP of 180.024 per cubic metre, HERCAL’s ECO-CONCRETE addresses the carbon-intensive challenges of concrete.
HempFlax: Thermo Hemp Combi Jute Combining hemp and jute fibres, HempFlax insulation delivers thermal performance with a GWP of -0.563 kgCO2e/m2, offering eco-friendly solutions for breathable, energy-efficient buildings.
Mogu S.r.l.: Bio-Based Floor Tiles Mogu’s bio-based floor tiles showcase innovative design with renewable materials, reducing reliance on synthetic alternatives while promoting sustainable interiors.
Mykor: MycoFoam A mycelium-based insulation product, MycoFoam combines lightweight performance with bio-based innovation, offering a nature-inspired alternative to traditional foams.
SAPPA Panels GmbH: Acoustic Panels Designed for circular resource use, SAPPA’s natural acoustic panels deliver high-performance sound absorption while promoting responsible material sourcing.
VestaEco: Straw Insulation Boards VestaEco’s straw-based panels demonstrate the value of agricultural by-products, combining energy-efficient insulation with low environmental impact.
Wood Tube Sweden AB: Bio-Based Studs Wood Tube’s lightweight structural studs (GWP: 0.980 kgCO2e/m2) deliver strength and circular design, reducing embodied carbon while offering practical solutions for construction.
This collection not only underscores the growing importance of bio-based, upcycled, and circular materials but also reflects KHR Architecture’s strategic use of digital tools to advance sustainable design. Through their partnership with revalu, KHR Architecture digitised their materials library, enabling real-time access to product-specific data, such as GWP values, renewable content, and recycling potential. This seamless integration allows KHR Architecture to incorporate environmental metrics directly into their LCA tool, enhancing decision-making from the earliest design stages.
As detailed in our article on KHR Architecture’s collaboration with revalu, the materials in this collection are part of an overarching strategy to streamline material selection and meet Denmark’s strict CO2 limits. By leveraging revalu’s data-driven platform, KHR Architecture can evaluate and select materials that reduce embodied carbon, enhance circularity, and improve overall environmental performance.
This collection exemplifies KHR Architecture’s proactive approach to sustainable design, showcasing how innovative tools and responsible materials can work hand-in-hand to decarbonise the built environment.
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