LEKO LABS develops an AI and robotics-driven system for constructing high-rise buildings using proprietary engineered timber composites. This solution replaces conventional steel and concrete with a structurally superior, prefabricated material that offers integrated thermal and acoustic insulation while achieving carbon-negative construction. The automated off-site fabrication process significantly reduces build times and increases usable floor space compared to traditional methods.
Funding
$21M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Traditional construction methods using concrete and steel are resource-intensive, generate significant carbon emissions, and often result in lengthy project timelines. These methods also lead to substantial material waste and limited design flexibility.
Solution
LEKO Labs offers a patented cross-laminated timber (CLT) construction system that integrates structural and insulation performance. This system enables the creation of buildings with thinner walls, reducing material usage and waste. The technology facilitates faster construction times and promotes carbon-negative building practices by utilizing sustainably harvested wood, which stores captured CO₂. The system's advanced composite structure provides superior strength, thermal, and acoustic properties, replacing steel and concrete in above-ground construction.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes developers, architects, and construction companies seeking sustainable, efficient, and cost-competitive building solutions.
Features
- Patented CLT system combining structural and insulation performance
- 40% thinner walls compared to traditional construction
- 60% less wood usage
- Built-in insulation for enhanced thermal and acoustic properties
- Automated software for superstructure generation and wood volume optimization
- Defect detection and digital wall twins for prefabrication accuracy
- Robotic prefabrication for rapid production of building components
- Just-in-time delivery of factory-built walls and floors