rammebyggerier

Rammebyggerier, or frame construction, is a building method in which a skeletal framework bears the structural loads of the building, while walls primarily function as non-loadbearing infill. The frame typically consists of vertical members (columns or studs) and horizontal members (beams or girders) that form a stable skeleton. The exterior and interior walls are often non-loadbearing and attach to the frame.

Materials vary by project and region. Timber frame (treramme) uses wooden posts and beams and is common in many parts of Europe and North America. Steel frame provides high strength with relatively light mass and is widely used in commercial and high-rise construction. Concrete frame offers stiffness and fire resistance, particularly for multi-storey buildings, often in hybrid systems with steel or timber elements.

Rammebyggerier enable rapid construction, precise prefabrication, and flexible interior layouts. They are frequently paired with energy-efficient and sustainable practices, such as cross-laminated timber (CLT) panels, laminated veneer lumber (LVL), and advanced insulation and cladding systems. Fire safety, moisture management, and airtightness are important design considerations that require careful detailing and compartmentalization.

Historically, frame construction evolved from traditional timber framing to industrialized methods in the 19th and 20th centuries, expanding to steel and concrete in modern times. In many regions, timber-frame and hybrid systems remain common for houses, schools, and offices, while high-rise buildings increasingly employ concrete or steel frames with sophisticated connections and fire protection.