Lagerhaus

Lagerhaus is a German noun that literally translates to a storage house or warehouse, derived from the words Lager (storage) and Haus (house). In everyday usage it denotes a building or facility used for storing goods, equipment, or supplies.

In Austria, Lagerhaus is also the name of a large DIY and home-improvement retailer network. The Lagerhaus stores operate within a cooperative structure linked to the Raiffeisen banking and agricultural services network, commonly referred to as the Lagerhaus Group. Independent retailers participate in the group to access centralized procurement, marketing, and logistics while maintaining local ownership. The chain serves residential customers and professional tradespeople, offering a range that covers home improvement, construction materials, gardening, and related products.

The term Lagerhaus is also used more generically in German-speaking regions to describe any warehouse or storage facility. In addition to its role as a common noun, it appears in business names and place names that may have historical or logistical connections to storage and warehousing activities. The Austrian Lagerhaus brand is a distinct commercial use of the term, whereas the general meaning remains applicable to various contexts involving storage.