KORTE-HOFFMANN GmbH

What KORTE-HOFFMANN GmbH does

KORTE-HOFFMANN GmbH is a privately held German architecture and engineering firm based in Beckum, North Rhine-Westphalia, founded in 1955 (originally as Ingenieurbüro für Bauwesen by Hermann Mense) and rebranded to its current name in 2024. The firm operates a three-entity group structure: KORTE-HOFFMANN GmbH Architekten+Ingenieure delivers planning services across all HOAI Leistungsphasen 1-9 (architectural planning, structural engineering, and building physics) for industrial, commercial, municipal, and high-end residential projects; KORTE HOFFMANN Gebäudedruck GmbH is the 3D building printing subsidiary using the COBOD BOD2 system from partner PERI 3D Construction; and IPB GmbH (acquired 2025) provides structural analysis, building physics, and certified energy consulting. The 3D printing arm has executed 17+ projects, including Germany's first 3D-printed residential building (2021), Europe's largest 3D-printed building (Wavehouse Heidelberg, 700 m², 2023), and the first cement-free 3D-printed building using MC-Bauchemie geopolymer mortar; it now sells DREIHAUS, a modular 3D-printed multi-family concept in three sizes (S/M/L: 349/425/526 m²) priced from €2,899/m².

Revenue is generated primarily through professional services fees (project-based, quote-based pricing across HOAI phases) for industrial and municipal clients, supplemented by turnkey 3D-printed building sales under the DREIHAUS product. The GTM is direct enterprise field sales targeting anchors like Claas, thyssenkrupp, and GEA Westfalia, plus direct outreach to developers, investors, and municipalities for 3D-printed buildings. Customer base is diversified across 50+ named enterprises and municipalities (Claas, thyssenkrupp, GEA, Rottendorf Pharma, Kaldewei, Strabag, Kraus Gruppe, Stadt Wesel, Kreis Warendorf), with repeat engagements on multi-phase industrial projects. The firm has articulated a 2030 vision to plan only circular industrial and commercial buildings, signaling strategic intent around sustainability-led positioning. Ownership rests with two managing shareholders, Waldemar Korte and Alexander Hoffmann, with no external PE/VC backing disclosed.

Name

KORTE-HOFFMANN GmbH

Legal name

Korte-Hoffmann GmbH

Website

https://korte-hoffmann.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1955

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

KORTE-HOFFMANN GmbH is a Beckum-based German architecture and engineering firm providing architectural planning, structural engineering, and building physics services to industrial, commercial, and municipal clients, with a 3D building printing subsidiary that delivered Germany's first 3D-printed residential building.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Architectural and Engineering Services

NAICS

Architectural Services (541310), Architectural Services (54131), New Multifamily Housing Construction (except For-Sale Builders) (236116)

SIC

General Bldg Contractors - Nonresidential Bldgs (1540), General Bldg Contractors - Residential Bldgs (1520)

akta.pro primary industry

Architectural Design Services (BPAHAKAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Design-Build / EPC General Contracting (IMAFAAAD), Construction-Scale 3D Printers (Concrete/Building Systems) (IMAAAAAF), Office & Corporate Building Construction (IMAFACAA)

Keywords

• Architectural planning services
• Structural engineering services
• 3D building printing
• Building physics consulting
• Industrial construction planning

Headquarters

HQ city

Beckum

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Architectural Planning Services: Building planning services (Gebäudeplanung) for industrial, commercial, and high-end residential construction. Covers all HOAI Leistungsphasen (1-9) including design, tender documentation, and construction supervision.
2. Structural Engineering Services: Structural planning (Tragwerksplanung) services for new buildings, renovations, and rehabilitation projects. Includes static calculations and construction execution plans.
3. Building Physics Services: Building physics consulting including thermal protection, moisture protection, sound protection, and energy efficiency certification. State-certified experts (SaSV) for sound and thermal protection.
4. 3D Printed Buildings - DREIHAUS: Modular 3D-printed residential buildings sold as turnkey solutions. Target price starting from €2,899 per m² gross. Includes general contractor services (Generalplanung) for all project phases.
5. IPB GmbH - Structural and Energy Consulting: Subsidiary IPB GmbH provides structural calculations, structural planning, building physics, and BAFA-certified energy consulting services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

KORTE-HOFFMANN GmbH is a full-service architecture and engineering firm delivering building planning (Gewerbe- und Industriebau), structural engineering (Tragwerksplanung), and building physics (Bauphysik) for industrial, commercial, and high-end residential projects across all HOAI Leistungsphasen 1-9. Through its subsidiary KORTE HOFFMANN Gebäudedruck GmbH, the firm also operates one of Germany's leading 3D building printing practices, delivering the standardized DREIHAUS modular multi-family housing concept and bespoke 3D-printed buildings.

Product overview

KORTE-HOFFMANN GmbH is a full-service architecture and engineering group founded in 1955, operating three main divisions: (1) KORTE-HOFFMANN GmbH Architekten+Ingenieure provides building planning, structural planning, and building physics services for commercial and industrial construction; (2) IPB GmbH specializes in structural analysis, building physics, and energy consulting as a subsidiary since 2025; and (3) KORTE HOFFMANN Gebäudedruck GmbH is the company's pioneering 3D building printing subsidiary that developed DREIHAUS, a modular 3D printed residential building concept. The group operates from Beckum, Germany, and has achieved industry firsts including Germany's first 3D printed residential building (2021) and Europe's largest 3D printed building (Wavehouse Heidelberg, 2023).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• DREIHAUS: A modular multi-family house concept optimized for 3D printing, available in three sizes (S, M, L), offering living spaces of 44–90 m² at speeds up to 30% faster and 10% cheaper than conventional construction.
• KORTE HOFFMANN Gebäudedruck

Products and services

• Architectural Planning Services (Gewerbe- und Industriebau) Full architectural planning services for commercial and industrial buildings, covering all HOAI Leistungsphasen 1-9 (design, approval planning, tender documentation, construction supervision). For industrial and commercial enterprises requiring new construction, expansion, or renovation of production facilities, warehouses, and office buildings.
• Structural Engineering (Tragwerksplanung) Structural engineering and load-bearing structure planning for all construction phases, including static calculations and construction execution plans for reinforced concrete, steel, and timber construction. Original and still important core service area of the firm.
• Building Physics (Bauphysik) Building physics consulting including thermal protection, sound insulation, moisture protection, energy certificates, and sustainability consulting. Delivered by state-certified experts (SaSV) for sound and thermal protection.
• 3D Building Printing (KORTE HOFFMANN Gebäudedruck GmbH) 3D building printing services for residential and commercial construction using COBOD BOD2 systems from PERI 3D Construction. Pioneering 3D-printed buildings in Germany since 2021 including the first 3D-printed residential building (200 m², 100 hours printing time) and the largest 3D-printed building in Europe (Wavehouse Heidelberg, 700 m², 2023). Integrates electric boxes during printing and uses sustainable materials including CO2-reduced and carbon-captured cement.
• DREIHAUS Modular 3D-Printed Multi-Family Houses Modular 3D-printed multi-family house concept available in three sizes (S: 349 m², M: 425 m², L: 526 m²) with 44-90 m² apartments, up to 12 units per building. Priced from €2,899/m² gross as turnkey delivery. Achieves 30% faster construction and 10% cost reduction versus conventional methods. Printed using COBOD BOD2 with carbon-captured cement (evoZero) and other sustainable materials.
• IPB GmbH Structural Engineering and Energy Consulting Structural engineering (Baustatik), structural planning, building physics, and BAFA-certified energy consulting services. 60+ years of experience through the predecessor firm. Includes static calculations, execution plans, expert reports, KfW/BAFA subsidy advisory, energy-efficient renovation of historic buildings, and energy certificates for private, commercial, and municipal clients.

Quantifiable outcome

• 30% faster construction time with DREIHAUS 3D printing concept
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• IPB GmbH (Ingenieurbüro Pollmeier Blume)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Structural engineering and building physics subsidiary acquired as of 2025. Entry of Waldemar Korte and Alexander Hoffmann as shareholders. Provides comprehensive engineering services under Korte-Hoffmann Group umbrella.
• PERI 3D ConstructioncoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2024Strategic technology partnership for 3D building printing. PERI provides the COBOD BOD2 printing system. Joint development of DREIHAUS modular building concept. Collaboration on Wavehouse Heidelberg (Europe's largest 3D-printed building, 2023) and multiple other projects.
• COBOD InternationalcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2024Technology provider for 3D printing hardware systems (COBOD BOD2). Enables rapid on-site construction with printed wall structures and integrated electrical box installation.
• Röser IV GmbHmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Client partner for Tiny House Beckum project - first cement-free 3D-printed building. Röser GmbH commissioned the equipment storage building for a bike track.
• Heidelberg MaterialscoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2023Construction materials partner supplying 3D printing concrete products. Developed CO2-reduced 3D printing concrete (55% CO2 reduction vs Portland cement) and evoZero Carbon Captured Net-Zero cement for DREIHAUS project. Regional sourcing to reduce transport emissions.
• SSV ArchitektenmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Architecture partner for Wavehouse Heidelberg project. Joint planning collaboration with Mense-Korte for structural engineering and building planning of Europe's largest 3D-printed building.
• Strabag SEmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Austria's first 3D-printed building project in Hausleiten. Strabag commissioned the building as office and meeting space for asphalt mixing plant. 125 m² building printed in 45 hours.
• MC-Bauchemie Müller GmbH & Co. KGmajorTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2021Materials partner for cement-free 3D printing mortar. Developed geopolymer-based printing material from recycled secondary materials for first cement-free 3D-printed building (Tiny House Beckum, 2021/2023).

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Heidelberg Materials: Global building materials giant and key materials partner to KORTE-HOFFMANN for CO2-reduced and evoZero carbon-captured cement. Operates broadly in construction supply chain with overlapping interest in low-carbon concrete adoption in additive construction.
• HPP Architekten: Established German architecture firm offering full-service design for commercial, industrial, and public sector projects. Comparable as a broader incumbent architectural services provider operating in the same German market segments as KORTE-HOFFMANN's traditional planning business.
• Holcim: Swiss-headquartered global building materials and aggregates major with a dedicated 3D construction printing materials portfolio. Comparable to KORTE-HOFFMANN as an enabler/incumbent in the additive construction ecosystem with much broader geographic and product reach.

Emerging players

• ICON: US-based additive construction company developing large-format 3D printers (Vulcan, Magma) and printing residential and military buildings. Comparable technology stack and project type, though serving North American market rather than direct DACH competition.
• Mighty Buildings: US-based additive construction startup focused on prefabricated 3D-printed building components for residential and commercial use. Comparable in being an early-stage additive construction firm targeting affordable, sustainable building solutions.

Direct peers

• XtreeE: French 3D concrete printing specialist delivering architectural and structural printed components across Europe. Comparable service offering combining structural engineering expertise with 3D printing execution for residential and commercial projects.
• COBOD International: Danish manufacturer of the BOD2 3D construction printing system that KORTE-HOFFMANN uses. Direct technology and ecosystem partner; the leading global supplier of gantry-based concrete printers and a primary reference point for additive construction capability.
• PERI 3D Construction: German division of PERI Group distributing COBOD printers and executing 3D-printed building projects across Europe. Strategic technology partner to KORTE-HOFFMANN; both firms operate in the same DACH 3D construction printing market with overlapping customer segments (developers, municipalities, industrial clients).
• CyBe Construction: Dutch company developing 3D concrete printing hardware and printed building solutions for residential and commercial use. Direct competitor in the European additive construction space with comparable project-based delivery model and focus on affordable housing.

Others

• MC-Bauchemie: German construction chemicals specialist and materials partner to KORTE-HOFFMANN for cement-free geopolymer 3D printing mortar. Adjacent enabler in the additive construction ecosystem rather than a competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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