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Forestique: modular homes and outbuildings

Are you looking for a flexible, modern home or outbuilding? Carpentier offers modular timber construction solutions that are not only quick and efficient to install, but also excel in aesthetics, sustainability and comfort. A natural solution, with an eye for detail and the future.

Build your dream in wood, faster than ever

With Forestique, you opt for a modern way of building, in wood. Your home or outbuilding is assembled from smart components – or modules – that are made entirely to measure in the Carpentier workshop. On site, installation is quick, precise and worry-free.

The result? A stylish whole, sustainably built and perfectly tailored to your taste and way of living. This makes building something to look forward to again.

Advantages of modular building in wood

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Lightning-fast installation

Every Forestique home or outbuilding is prepared entirely in our workshop, where the timber building elements are manufactured with the utmost precision. Thanks to this thorough prefabrication, assembly on site runs particularly smoothly and we are not hindered by the weather. This way you can enjoy your new living space in no time, without a lengthy building site or nuisance.

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Freedom in finishing

Whether it concerns a home, garden office or extension: with Forestique you choose a modular solution that you shape to your own taste. Thanks to the wide choice of finishes – such as timber cladding or sun shades – you create a beautiful living space that perfectly matches your lifestyle and surroundings.

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Architectural appearance

Every Forestique project is constructed from sustainable, carefully finished wood with a warm, natural appearance. The sleek lines, stylish finishes and harmonious integration of elements such as the windows, glass sliding doors or louvres ensure a timeless and architectural character.

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Forestique outbuildings

Forestique is a modular wooden outbuilding tailored to your outdoor life. The design by architect Stef Claes can easily be configured as a garden store, pool house, garden office, carport, patio cover or relaxation space. This creates one calm and coherent whole that works practically and blends beautifully with your home and garden.

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Forestique homes

Forestique homes bring together architecture, nature and living comfort in one future-oriented concept. Built with healthy, natural materials and designed according to circular principles, so that components remain reusable. The home grows along with your family and your life, thanks to a flexible design with room for an additional floor or modular extension whenever your needs change.

Frequently asked questions about modular building

  • How long does it take to build a Forestique home?

    The construction of your Forestique home is particularly quick – often in just a few weeks. Do bear in mind, however, that the permit process and preparation time also play their part. On average, you can expect a lead time of about a year from signing the contract to completion. Would you like to know what this means in concrete terms for your project? Please feel free to contact us for a tailored estimate.

  • Are modular or prefab buildings of good quality?

    Prefabricated homes certainly need not be inferior to traditionally built homes. The construction is durable and strong. Like other homes, modular homes last for several generations thanks to the use of high-quality and sustainable materials. Moreover, the modules are made in ideal conditions in a workshop. This ensures better quality and quality control.

  • Are there any disadvantages to modular building?

    With modular building you work with predefined building blocks. But don't worry: Carpentier has designed these modules in such a way that you retain plenty of freedom of choice. Thanks to the smart construction and wide range of finishing options, you can effortlessly put together a home or outbuilding that fully matches your taste and functional needs.

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Get advice from our timber construction specialists

We are happy to help you think through the ideal Forestique configuration.