Jakob Weber

Jakob comes from a family of traditional carpenters going back four generations. He worked in conventional construction for over 30 years before joining Eco-Bau in 2012, attracted by the focus on high-quality timber construction. He has become an invaluable mentor to younger staff, passing on traditional woodworking techniques that complement modern sustainable approaches.

Experience: Master craftsman with over 40 years of timber construction experience (10/10)

Favorite Jobs

• Complex timber joinery
• Roof structures
• Training apprentices in traditional techniques

The beauty of wood is that it has been a sustainable building material for thousands of years. I've seen trends come and go, but proper timber craftsmanship combined with modern ecological knowledge is something that will never become obsolete.

Physical Condition

Jakob has significant arthritis in his hands from decades of carpentry work, which particularly affects him in cold weather. Today he is experiencing moderate pain in his right shoulder from an old workplace injury, causing him to favor his left side when demonstrating techniques to apprentices.

Favorite Place

Jakob's favorite place is a small bench he built beside the oldest beech tree in Freiburg's city forest. He visits this spot every Sunday morning regardless of weather, sitting quietly to observe seasonal changes and gather his thoughts for the coming week. The patterns in the bark and roots remind him of timber grain, and he often finds solutions to complex joinery problems during these contemplative hours. He has never told anyone else about this spot, considering it his private sanctuary.

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Works at Eco-Bau Zimmermann GmbH