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100% BIO-BASED BLOCKS

BUILDING THE FUTURE

AFFORDABLE. SAFE. SUSTAINABLE.

A new generation of bio-based construction materials designed to make healthy housing more affordable and environmentally responsible.

Hemp-like performance at a fraction of the cost.

BIOblocks - Sustainable Building Material made from wood waste, lime, and clay. Locally produced in Portugal.

WHY OUR PRODUCTS?

Our material system combines wood waste, phyllosilicate material and calcium-based binder to create high-performance, sustainable building blocks and panels with no kiln firing required.

CARBON NEGATIVE

Our blocks and panels store carbon within the material itself, shifting construction away from a carbon-intensive model.

FIRE RESISTANT

Natural composition withstands elevated temperatures without releasing harmful gases or contributing to flame spread.

NON-TOXIC & BREATHABLE

Free from harmful additives, our blocks regulate humidity and improve air quality for healthier indoor environments.

THERMAL REGULATING

Excellent thermal and moisture regulation improves energy efficiency without complex systems.

DURABLE & RESILIENT

Resistant to pests and mould, built for long-lasting performance in any environment.

CIRCULAR DESIGN

Designed for low-impact end-of-life, eliminating plastic contamination and reducing construction waste.

NATURE. ENGINEERED.

Our BIOblocks and BIOpanels are made from four simple, natural ingredients sourced locally in Portugal:

WOOD WASTE

Lightweight structure & carbon storage

CALCIUM-BASED BINDER

Durability & fire resistance

PHYLLOSILICATE MATERIAL

Cohesion & workability

WATER

Natural curing process

VALIDATION IN PROGRESS

We are currently testing prototypes in collaboration with the University of Coimbra to validate performance, fire resistance, thermal behaviour, and moisture regulation.

COMPRESSIVE STRENGTHFIRE RESISTANCETHERMAL CONDUCTIVITYMOISTURE PERFORMANCE

HOW WE COMPARE

Designed to balance insulation, affordability, and sustainability, our BIOblocks & BIOpanels aim to provide a compelling alternative to both hemp-based and conventional masonry systems.

ARBOMATTER BIOBLOCKS

Bio-based composite block

BEST VALUE

Insulation

High thermal insulation

Cost per m²

€20 / m²

High insulation and acoustic performance at a significantly lower cost

Bio-based, non-toxic, and designed for healthier homes

Made from locally sourced waste materials with low embodied carbon

HEMPCRETE BRICKS

Hemp-lime based masonry

GOOD INSULATION

Insulation

High thermal insulation

Cost per m²

€40 / m²

Strong insulation and acoustic performance

Bio-based solution with proven environmental benefits

Higher material cost can limit large-scale affordability

TRADITIONAL BRICKS

Fired clay masonry + insulation

OLD-SCHOOL

Insulation

Moderate insulation

Cost per m²

€50 / m²

Widely available and familiar to builders

Extra insulation layers required

Higher embodied energy due to kiln firing

Estimated values for early-stage positioning and market comparison. Final performance and cost depend on wall assembly, supplier, and geography.

INVEST IN THE FUTURE OF BUILDING

We're building a sustainable future for construction. Interested in learning more about our vision and investment opportunities? Request our pitch deck.

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