Eleda company Mark & Energibyggarna, on behalf of Vasakronan, is undertaking the ground and foundation work for the Quay 16 development in Gothenburg, Sweden, focusing on sustainability.

This project will also focus on environmental responsibility in the development of modern properties.

Quay 16, situated on the quayside at the Hisingsbron abutment near the Göta River, is a multi-storey mixed-use building that incorporates innovative construction methods.

The project makes use of hybrid concrete and timber solutions and reuses materials from the dismantled Kromet property, which previously stood on the site.

By repurposing concrete piles and aggregates from Kromet, the project reduces its climate impact, contributing to sustainable construction practices.

Architect Dorte Mandrup has designed Quay 16 to be Gothenburg's tallest wooden structure, with 12 out of its 17 floors made of wood.

The project is being executed as a turnkey contract through a partnership between Vasakronan, Land- and Energibyggarna, and other stakeholders.

The construction, which commenced in 2022, is anticipated to complete in 2024.

Covering an area of 30,000m², the building will include office spaces, commercial areas, and cultural facilities. It is also targeting LEED Platinum certification, reflecting its sustainability ambitions.

Standing at 78.5 metres with 16 floors, Quay 16 is set to demonstrate the capabilities of wood in high-rise construction.

Akuro is managing the project for the foundational phase on behalf of Land and Energy Builders, while Ramboll is partnering with Dorte Mandrup to ensure the project aligns with the intended sustainable outcomes.

Mark & Energibyggarna site manager Elin Sparredal said: "Together, we have high sustainability requirements for the project with a focus on reuse, where the finished building will be Leed-certified at platinum level."