Solutions for Buildings

As the world’s population grows and moves to cities, the equivalent of Madrid is being built every week.

To support this growth, Holcim delivers sustainable, circular, energy-efficient, resilient and smart building materials and solutions to build and refurbish high-performance buildings: residential, commercial and public.

When it comes to buildings, our innovative and sustainable offerings are used to build everything from single-family homes to high-rise towers. At the same time, to prolong the life of existing buildings, we see increased opportunities for energy-efficient repair and refurbishment.

Miljan Gutovic | Holcim CEO

1.6 billion
people affected globally by the housing gap¹

>80%
of global buildings built without modern efficiency codes²

EUR 12 bn
Value of highly attractive walling market in Europe

¹UNEP / Global ABC Status Report for Buildings and Construction 2024
²World Bank Report: Creating Housing Markets in Emerging Market Economies 2021

What solutions for buildings does Holcim offer?

Holcim provides the broadest range of integrated, end-to-end solutions for buildings - from foundations and flooring to walling and roofing.

Discover how Holcim is Expanding in High-Value Building Solutions

Which building projects does Holcim support?

FOUNDATIONS

ECOPact: Low-carbon ready-mix concrete for foundations, basements, floor slabs, and framing for residential, commercial and public buildings.
ECOPlanet: Low-carbon cement delivering 100% structural performance for mass concrete pours, deep sub-structures and precast elements for all building types.
ECOCycle: Proprietary circular technology that recycles construction demolition materials into high-performance cement, concrete and aggregates for new builds and refurbishments.
DYNAMax: Ultimate high-performance concrete delivering high load-bearing capacity and rigidity to optimize floor plates in commercial high-rises and residential towers.

FLOORING

Agilia: Self-compacting concrete that flows freely around dense reinforcement for rapid, vibration-free placement of floor slabs across residential, commercial and public developments.
Artevia: Decorative concrete delivering custom colors, rich textures and long-lasting durability for public plazas, commercial walkways, and residential landscaping.
Tector: Advanced screeds and floor mortars providing smooth subfloor preparation and high-strength tile bonding across residential and commercial interiors.
PRB: Specialty flooring mortars engineered for thermal protection and durable surface preparation across residential housing developments and commercial spaces.

WALLING

Ytong: Autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) blocks delivering sustainable, lightweight structural strength and high thermal performance for residential, commercial and public builds.
Silka: High-density calcium silicate units engineered for heavy load-bearing capacity and high acoustic isolation in structural and partition walls across all building sectors.
Multipor: 100% mineral-based, non-combustible insulation panels delivering high thermal efficiency, breathability and moisture control for new builds and refurbishments.
Alkern: Sustainable precast masonry and wall systems for rapid assembly, durability and low-carbon performance across residential, commercial and urban developments.
PRB: Specialty renders, facade coatings, and External Thermal Insulation Composite (ETICS) systems providing weatherproofing and thermal efficiency for all building exteriors.
Tector: Advanced jointing mortars, skim coatings, and 3D printing inks engineered for precise wall assembly and a smooth finish for all types of building.

ROOFING SYSTEMS

Zinco: Advanced green roofing systems that bring nature into cities, optimize stormwater retention and provide thermal regulation for residential, commercial and public buildings.
Elevate: Single-ply waterproof EPDM and TPO roofing membranes and thermal insulation boards delivering energy-efficient, resilient protection for commercial, industrial and public facilities.
Hebel: Lightweight AAC roof panels delivering non-combustible fire performance, structural safety, and rapid assembly for commercial, industrial and institutional buildings.