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Hybrid systems

Hybrid timber construction for complex building projects

Combinations of timber frame, CLT, steel and concrete where a single system does not meet all requirements.

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ZTC experience and production facts

34+

years of experience

400+

completed projects

14

European countries

±1 mm

CNC precision

When a hybrid solution is useful

Hybrid construction suits projects that need different structural roles — for example CLT shear walls with a timber frame envelope, or infill façades on a primary frame. See CLT panels, timber frame panels and timber construction for developers.

Timber frame and CLT roles in hybrid construction

A hybrid solution is chosen based on structural role, loads, acoustics, thermal envelope and installation sequence — not because CLT is automatically superior to timber frame.

CriterionTimber frameCLT
Structural roleExternal walls, roof structures, repeated modules.Shear walls, floors, multi-storey primary structure.—
Spans and loadsFlexible for modular planning.Larger spans and loads where the project supports it.—
Visible timber finishOften in façades and interior details.Exposed solid timber and expressive architecture.—
Installation sequenceFast frame assembly, infill options.Rigid structure, coordination with other systems.—
Project repetitionSuited to terrace housing and modules.Suited to repeated floor types.—

Interface and tolerance coordination

Coordination areas

  • Connections between timber frame, CLT, steel or concrete.
  • Fire and acoustic design according to the project.
  • Tolerances and assembly sequence in factory and on site.
  • Production documentation and marking.

Project-dependent factors

  • A universal solution for every building type.
  • Cost savings are not guaranteed without project analysis.
  • Fixed lead times regardless of project readiness.
  • BIM services unless separately agreed.

Factory production in hybrid projects

System combination

Timber frame, CLT and infill solutions in one project.

Fire and acoustics

Designed according to the specific build-up.

Installation sequence

Coordinated with other construction trades.

Factory in Latvia

Production in Vītoliņi with CE marking.

What partners say about working with ZTC

Google reviews highlight manufacturing quality, organised workflows and professional collaboration on development and export projects.

Google review

We are Premium Living AS in Norway and built two houses with this company. We were very satisfied. We sold the last project 2 years ago when I write this review, and the first house was built 4 years ago. With both houses, the production, planning and timing all went smooth and well organised. Right now, all three buyers are pleased, and we haven't received a single complaint about flaws or even blemishes. Even during the Covid lockdowns there was no doubt that our investments and cooperation with ZTC were solid. We recommend, and anyone that has questions can ask ZTC for our reference.

Google review

ZTC built my house in 2012, and they have done some reclamation work in two periods since then. Only positive experiences with ZTC! Good quality of workmanship and customer support.

Google review

Very good experience with all the ZTC staff. Easy to work with, very professional, fast and clear in answering any question during all the projects done. I can only recommend ZTC.

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Selected ZTC projects

Family House

Private residence

Family House

Riga, Latvia

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Industrial Facility Facade with CLT and Infill Panels

Developer project

Industrial Facility Facade with CLT and Infill Panels

, Latvia

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Material Harmony: The Interplay of Metal, Ash, and CLT

Private residence

Material Harmony: The Interplay of Metal, Ash, and CLT

Nijmegen, the Netherlands

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Residential Complex

Private residence

Residential Complex

Amsterdam, Netherlands

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Modern Coastal House with Curved Timber Structures

Private residence

Modern Coastal House with Curved Timber Structures

Akershus, Norway

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Sustainable Engineering: The CLT & SiOO:X Home

Private residence

Sustainable Engineering: The CLT & SiOO:X Home

Leinster, Ireland

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