New official residence: Austria's Federal President moves into a wooden house
The Austrian Federal President is leaving his previous official residence in a historic palace. Instead, starting next week, he will move into a new office building constructed entirely of wood. The project was realized by a leading company from the Austrian region of Vorarlberg.
The move is a symbolic step for the head of state. The new building is characterized by a modern and ecological design. The use of wood as the primary material underscores the importance of sustainability and regional craftsmanship in modern architecture.
The construction company from Vorarlberg is considered an industry leader in the field of sustainable timber construction. With this contract, the company demonstrates that wood is also a stable and aesthetic solution for representative state buildings. Experts praise the energy efficiency and the pleasant indoor climate achieved by the wooden structure.
The official opening of the new official residence will take place this Monday. On this occasion, the building will be officially put into operation and presented to the public. The move thus marks a modern shift in the administration of the Austrian head of state.