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Brette Haus

Brette Haus, based in Riga, Latvia, is an innovative manufacturer specializing in foldable and modular prefab homes. The company focuses on creating portable structures designed for rapid deployment and mobility, targeting various sectors including recreation, wellness, emergency shelter, and residential living. Their patented hinge mechanism and space-doubling system ensure durability, with the ability to withstand over 100 folding cycles, making foldable housing as reliable and accessible as conventional homes. Brette Haus has three patents pending and ten more in development, demonstrating their commitment to continuous innovation. Brette Haus uses sustainable materials and construction methods. Their structures utilize wood fibre boards made from sawmill residues, such as sawdust and shavings, pressed into insulation boards without synthetic adhesives. These eco-friendly boards are recyclable, compostable, and absorb CO₂, combining strength, breathability, and durability while preventing thermal bridges. The boards are also treated to enhance fire, insect, and rodent resistance. For structural integrity, Brette Haus employs CLT (Cross-Laminated Timber) for floors, walls, and ceilings. CLT consists of layers of timber bonded at right angles, forming a strong composite suitable for both structural and aesthetic applications, which is crucial because folding houses place high stress on structural elements. This enables the company to create transparent glass cabins that open directly to nature, while maintaining structural strength. Brette Haus homes are designed for various applications. The "Tiny D" design is tailored for Scandinavian retreats, combining efficient prefabrication, durability, and aesthetic appeal for modern housing needs. The "ÆQUA" design focuses on wellness and recreation, with sauna-based blocks suitable for integration into business models and landscapes. The "Rustic Design" offers a portable living solution, emphasizing design, durability, and freedom. The company aligns with ESG principles, using renewable wood from responsibly managed forests and minimizing waste through precise production. Their structures are fire-resistant (REI 60) and earthquake-resilient. Brette Haus aims to offer sustainable and elegant housing for a modern, mobile lifestyle, promoting freedom of movement and harmony with nature. They have a 2-year warranty for all elements, with an estimated lifespan of 50+ years with proper care. Standard installation requires clear vehicular access to the building site and takes between 3 hours and 1 day, depending on site conditions and access. Lead time for manufacturing varies from 8 to 12 weeks depending on the factory workload. Brette Haus targets various markets, including hospitality, real estate, remote offices, and rapid community development. They also collaborate with entities like Prefab Lab to facilitate smart design adaptations and precise technical detailing. Their social media presence includes LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook, indicating active engagement with their customer base and industry partners.

Riga, Latvia

BalticHaus

BalticHaus, based in Riga, Latvia, specializes in the production of modular houses designed for year-round living, focusing on sustainability and Scandinavian quality. The company has been building homes since 2010, with a stated mission to "BUILD SMALL, LIVE BIG," reflecting their commitment to creating functional and aesthetically pleasing tiny houses. Their designs are architect-designed and built with eco-friendly and healthy materials. They build fully mobile tiny houses with an emphasis on blending seamlessly into natural surroundings while remaining conveniently located near urban centers. BalticHaus offers a range of models, including the Atlas (11.85 sq.m), Orion (19.5 sq.m), Midgard (38 sq.m), Valhalla (49.2 sq.m), Gaia (23.3 sq.m), Hera (38.5 sq.m), Rama (81.8 sq.m), Freya (21.89 sq.m), Orthos (23.55 sq.m) and Rhea (79.12 sq.m), each designed to maximize space and functionality. The Atlas model, for example, features a versatile space that serves as both a bedroom and kitchenette, along with a separate bathroom and a front terrace. These homes are constructed using modular methods allowing for quick construction and fixed prices. BalticHaus emphasizes the use of high-quality and natural materials in their construction, coupled with an ecologically planned production process. This approach ensures that their homes are both durable and environmentally friendly. The company offers a stage payment plan, requiring a 35% deposit to begin production, followed by payments at various stages of completion of the frame, insulation, and interior decoration with a final 10% payment upon completion. BalticHaus delivers throughout Europe and also ships to the USA and other countries by sea, including models designed to be transported in sea containers. They also look for cooperation with distributors, construction companies and real estate developers.

Riga, Latvia

Timber Art

Timber Art is a Latvian prefab manufacturer specializing in wood-based structures, located in Riga, Latvia. The company was founded on March 15, 2019, but their team possesses over 6 years of experience specifically in sauna and barrel construction, and more than 10 years in general carpentry. Timber Art blends traditional woodworking with innovative techniques to create a range of products, including barrel saunas, frame saunas, micro-houses, and other wooden structures. They emphasize a customer-centric approach, aiming to meet and exceed client expectations. Timber Art's product line includes various types of saunas, such as barrel saunas in round, rectangular, and oval shapes, with or without terraces. These saunas are constructed from high-quality thermowood, known for its durability and resistance to the elements. They also offer frame saunas and houses, featuring insulated construction and thermowood cladding, allowing for extensive customization. Their "Thermo Cube" series highlights this approach with various sizes available. Micro-houses and camping cabins are another key product category. These structures, often barrel-shaped, are designed for compact living and recreational use. The micro-houses are built using thermowood and offer options for insulation, making them suitable for year-round occupancy. Models like the "Spirāles" and "ARTA" series showcase their commitment to design and functionality. The company also produces wooden hot tubs with fiberglass tubs, thermowood cladding, and optional features like hydromassage, aeromassage, and LED lighting. Timber Art aims to provide high-quality, aesthetically pleasing, and functional products. Their stated goal is to establish a competitive presence in both local and international markets, focusing on thermowood barrel saunas and camping cabins. The company partners with the Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA) and receives support within the framework of the European Regional Development Fund (ERAF). Timber Art ships internationally with customer reviews from Germany confirming sales in that region. Timber Art utilizes thermowood in their construction methods, which is a heat-treated wood known for its improved durability and resistance to moisture, rot, and insects. This material choice aligns with their focus on longevity and sustainability. They produce both DIY kits, such as the 4x4m terrace kit, and fully assembled products. Timber Art is committed to providing reliable deliveries and consistently high-quality products. Their product's quality, design, and uniqueness are recognized beyond Latvia's borders, with over 300 satisfied clients and hundreds of successful projects.

Riga, Latvia

Inbox Lifestyle

Inbox Lifestyle, based in Riga, Latvia, specializes in the design and construction of modern, sustainable, and transportable modular homes. The company's vision, born in 2011, aimed to create compact, stylish, and highly functional living spaces, offering freedom, mobility, and comfort in a sustainable solution. Inbox Lifestyle focuses on quality, sustainability, and innovative design to create lasting value in each property. The company utilizes Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) wood panels, a natural, durable, and eco-conscious building material that aligns with their philosophy. CLT panels are strong, thermally efficient, and contribute to energy-efficient modular homes. The use of CLT panels also allows for faster construction times. In addition to CLT panels, Inbox Lifestyle also uses a unique material called Glass Stone, which combines the transparency of glass with the durability of stone, creating a modern and sophisticated aesthetic. Inbox Lifestyle offers a range of modular homes, including CLT wood panel houses and Glass Stone houses. They also construct tiny houses on wheels for those who value flexibility and a minimalist lifestyle. Their product line extends to include the CLT Sauna Cube, a compact and minimalist sauna designed for relaxation and connection with nature. These modular structures are suitable for both residential and commercial use. Their constructions are known for features such as eco-friendly materials, rapid installation, long lifespans, elegant aesthetics, ample natural light, and resistance to weather conditions. The company emphasizes quality craftsmanship, ensuring the durability and longevity of its structures. They integrate modern technologies with contemporary aesthetics to create versatile and appealing living spaces.

Riga, Latvia