VIVIUS meets

At VIVIUS, “elektro a.haller” offers exciting insights into modern electrical engineering, expert input from VIVIUS, and opportunities for personal discussion and networking.

The "VIVIUS Meets Construction Technology" event demonstrated how successfully the combination of professional expertise and genuine appreciation is being implemented within the company.

On December 1, 2025, at the VIVIUS trifft event, Naturalia-Bau presented its eco-friendly building materials and sustainable construction concepts

On November 3, 25, VIVIUS visited TopHaus, one of the region’s leading building materials suppliers, to learn about the sustainable energy concept at its Bolzano location.

On October 6, we had the opportunity to visit workplus in Bolzano—an impressive network of experienced South Tyrolean craft businesses.

At the EU Design Days 2025 in Brussels, VIVIUS presented itself as an innovation cluster for sustainable construction in the Alpine region. Together with our partner NOI Techpark, we introduced our guide to radically sustainable construction and used the platform to showcase our flagship project, Kiosk Gand.

At the meeting between VIVIUS and Lungomare on September 23, 2025, the focus was on shared topics such as social sustainability, urban design, and affordable housing.

During the meeting with NaturaliaBau, VIVIUS presented the cluster’s focus and current projects. The discussion centered on promoting eco-friendly building materials and supporting small, sustainable businesses. Since the meeting, NaturaliaBau has been an official partner of VIVIUS.

A-NET has been part of the VIVIUS network for a year now and is thus an important partner. This one-year anniversary was celebrated at the VIVIUS meeting. In a warm and friendly atmosphere, the focus was on exchange and collaboration. President Georg Stampfer and our President Christine Pfeifer shared insights into their joint development.

At the meeting, VIVIUS presented the cluster’s focus and current projects. Since the two parties had already enjoyed a successful collaboration in the past, they agreed to continue and further strengthen this partnership in the future.

The meeting with the Historic Preservation Office focused on joint approaches to raising awareness of sustainability and historic preservation. The discussion centered on the importance of involving building owners early in the planning process so that requirements and opportunities can be taken into account from the very beginning. In addition, Ms. Della Torre presented current examples of building culture, including projects in Stilfs, Mühlbach, and at Moos Castle.

During the meeting with the Green Building Factory, VIVIUS presented the cluster’s focus and key projects. In turn, the Green Building Factory showcased its expertise in areas such as building sustainability, life-cycle assessments, CO₂ credits, and lean construction. The discussion revealed numerous areas of overlap and potential for close collaboration.

At the meeting with Plattform Land, VIVIUS presented the cluster’s focus and key projects. The two parties discussed ways to expand their existing collaboration, such as through the INTERREG project SUSMAT. Both partners see particular potential in the area of raising awareness—since the meeting, Plattform Land has become an official partner of VIVIUS.

At the meeting with WorkPlus, VIVIUS presented the cluster’s focus and key projects. Together, they explored opportunities for collaboration, particularly in the areas of sustainable renovation and affordable housing. As a result of these discussions, WorkPlus officially became a partner of VIVIUS.

During the meeting with Progress, VIVIUS presented the cluster’s focus and key projects such as Kiosk Gand, SUSMAT, and the NOI guidelines. The two parties discussed opportunities for collaboration, particularly in the area of sustainable and circular prefabricated components. The discussion also revealed that Progress will officially become a collaboration partner of VIVIUS.

VIVIUS had the honor of participating in the celebration marking EURAC Renewable’s 20th anniversary. During the event, the institute’s history was presented, and an outlook on future developments was provided. The dinner that followed, featuring live music, provided an opportunity to strengthen relationships and further expand the network.

The meeting with Pfeifer Partners focused on getting to know the company. Partners Michael Pfeifer, Christine Pfeifer, and Bernhard Gruber provided an introduction to the company’s history and organization. Afterward, the employees presented their own projects and demonstrated how diverse and practical the work carried out in the office is.

Katmetal, a steel construction company, is actively working to reduce its environmental footprint despite operating in an energy-intensive industry, while also prioritizing the well-being of its employees. During the company tour, more than 40 participants gained insights into production and project management, complemented by an open exchange within the network. The early planning of the company’s succession—which creates stability and clarity—was particularly noteworthy.

Heidi Felderer took over the family business at a young age and successfully led it forward despite initial challenges. Through flat hierarchies, a deep trust in her employees, and a clear regional focus, she has built a company that embodies sustainability and is driven by a strong team spirit.

VIVIUS invited the EURAC group “Energy-Efficient Renovation of Historic Buildings” to discuss joint projects and future collaborations. The focus was on integrating life-cycle costs into construction projects and on measures to raise awareness among building owners about the potential of historic buildings. The exchange built on the successful collaboration in the Interreg project SUSMAT and opened up prospects for further joint initiatives.

VIVIUS had the honor of welcoming Peter Brunner, Provincial Councilor for the Environment, Nature, and Climate Protection; Energy; Spatial Development; and Sports. During the meeting, the cluster presented its projects. Afterward, all participants engaged in an in-depth discussion on how to make sustainable construction more affordable in the future. The discussion provided valuable insights for the further development of sustainable building concepts.

On September 6, VIVIUS met with the company Bautechnik to identify areas of common interest and strengthen future collaboration. The two parties agreed to work more closely together on consulting and planning, as well as to hold joint workshops and training sessions. The goal is to incorporate innovative approaches in the areas of energy efficiency and sustainable landscape design into cluster projects, thereby reinforcing the vision of sustainable construction.

VIVIUS presented the cluster’s concept and mission to City Councilwoman Monika Leitner and Mayor Jungmann. The focus was on topics such as sustainable building practices, research projects, and the NOI building standard. The discussions provided valuable insights and laid the groundwork for closer collaboration on future construction and planning projects in Brixen.

VIVIUS hosted Drees & Sommer Italia to get to know one another and explore potential opportunities for collaboration. During the meeting, VIVIUS presented the innovation cluster and its goals, while Drees & Sommer also took the opportunity to present the company and its key areas of focus. This discussion marks a promising start to future collaboration.

In July 2024, the Green Mobility team from Südtiroler Transportstrukturen AG (STA) visited VIVIUS. Together, they discussed sustainable mobility in South Tyrol, with a particular focus on the carbon footprint and the promotion of green alternatives.

VIVIUS had the honor of welcoming the State Councilor for Research and Innovation. The meeting focused on introducing VIVIUS and jointly exploring opportunities for collaboration.

The meeting with the hds and Raiffeisenkasse focused on strengthening the local network. Together, they discussed the sustainable development of the Obere Gand, which VIVIUS is supporting through the construction of the Gand kiosk. Member businesses of the hds are expected to help ensure local supply and quality of life in the region over the long term.

VIVIUS met with the Chamber of Architects to discuss future events and potential collaborations. The goal is to award continuing education credits for as many events as possible.

During the meeting with the founding companies, the focus was on ensuring that not only senior management but also the employees of the partner companies embrace the concept of the innovation cluster. The goal was to highlight the motivation behind joining the cluster and to demonstrate that research, planning, and construction can only have a sustainable impact when they work together.

At the workshop, VIVIUS's partner companies and their collaborators came together to discuss sustainable developments in the construction industry.

LokHaus+ was founded by Mathias and Steffi Piazzi and stands for sustainable architecture, healthy construction methods, and a close connection to nature. At the VIVIUS meeting in Gfrill, they presented their company philosophy and provided insights into their approach to work. Guests were able to experience firsthand what it means to build in harmony with the environment—mindfully, regionally, and in tune with nature. The evening was rounded off with a shared meal featuring regional products, which authentically reflected the values of LokHaus+.

Energytech is one of VIVIUS’s founding companies. At the VIVIUS meeting, founders Norbert Klammsteiner and Georg Felderer introduced themselves and spoke about their careers and the company’s origins. Together with their employees, they also presented notable and influential projects from the company’s history.

Diocesan treasurer Franz Kripp gave the opening remarks on the origins of the project, and architect Christine Pfeifer presented the VIVIUS innovation cluster. This was followed by four presentations: Architect Christine Pfeifer (urban planning aspects and ecological footprint); Martin Haller (collaboration in construction); Engineer Georg Felderer (digital planning according to the BIM standard); and Herbert Niederfriniger (construction of the building envelope using solid wood and sustainable circular economy). The event concluded with a tour of the building.

The program focused on the presentation of innovative initiatives in the construction sector. Christine Pfeifer presented the VIVIUS cluster and its objectives, followed by Werner Kusstatscher, who introduced the IBI-EUREGIO Competence Center and the CONCRETE project. The discussion centered on concrete as a regional building material—with a particular focus on the potential of recycled concrete. Jürgen Mayr, director of the building materials testing laboratory ISB KgmbH, clearly demonstrated how recycled concrete saves resources and energy and can thus make an important contribution to sustainable construction.

Our program offered practical insights into sustainable construction and successful collaboration on construction projects. Architect Christine Pfeifer presented the project and highlighted the building’s ecological footprint. Architect Norbert Dalsass focused on the importance of reliable partnerships and the relationship between building owners, planners, and tradespeople. p.i. Martin Haller spoke about the importance of cooperation in construction, while Martin Gebhard presented the construction of the underground parking garage as a “white tank.” Ing. Andreas Villgrattner rounded out the program with details on construction execution and key design elements. Finally, an on-site tour of the construction site brought the theory to life.

With a focus on sustainable business practices, the program offered fascinating insights: Following a welcome by Michl Ebner and remarks from the guests of honor, presentations on the Bolzano Chamber of Commerce 2022 were given by Heidi Felderer, Architect Christine Pfeifer, and Alfred Aberer. The event concluded with a lecture by Prof. Paolo Perego.

Our agenda was: a presentation of Würth Mixed Reality using a specific planning example.

The program included a tour of a construction site in Eyrs and a workshop on hemp as a building material, including a hands-on session on making a hemp brick. For more information, visit www.hanfsteine.eu.

The 4RinEU and SmartBuilt4EU research projects were presented during the event. Following a welcome address by EURAC and an introduction to the VIVIUS Cluster, the focus shifted to innovative approaches to energy-efficient and smart construction in Europe.