Building or renovating a house in Morocco: the materials to favor in 2025
Construction and renovation in Morocco are experiencing rapid growth, driven by population growth, the rise of second homes, and the growing ambition for more sustainable and comfortable housing. By 2025, the expectations of both project owners and individuals have evolved: energy performance, aesthetics, longevity, and environmental impact have become essential criteria in the choice of materials.
Whether you’re building your villa in Marrakech, renovating a family home in Rabat, or extending a residence in Agadir, here are the materials to favor in 2025 to build or renovate in compliance with standards, the climate… and the planet.
1. Wood: the strong comeback of a natural and renewable material
Wood is not the most widely used traditional material in Morocco, but it is experiencing a resurgence in popularity. Its carbon-neutral footprint , natural insulation properties , and aesthetic warmth are attracting more and more environmentally conscious homeowners.
Recommended for:
- Timber frame (light extensions or enlargements)
- Flooring, cladding, ceilings
- Frames and pergolas
Benefits :
- Renewable resource
- Indoor hygrometric comfort
- Speed of implementation
- Warm aesthetics
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2. Aluminum: the ally of sustainability and eco-construction
In terms of carpentry, aluminum will be the leading material in 2025, particularly in sunny areas such as Marrakech, Ouarzazate or Fez. It is popular for its UV resistance , its ability to accommodate high-performance double glazing , and above all its total recyclability .
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Why choose aluminum in 2025:
- 100% infinitely recyclable
- Compatible with modern thermal requirements (thermal break)
- Modern and minimalist aesthetic
- Low maintenance, very long life
- Perfect for the hot and dry climates of southern Morocco
It is one of the materials with the lowest ecological footprint over the life cycle, if recycled.
3. Concrete based on green binders
Concrete is essential in Moroccan construction. But in 2025, the use will evolve towards low-carbon concrete , incorporating:
- Binders based on pozzolan (natural volcanic stone)
- “Green” cement from sustainable sources
- Recycled aggregates (from demolition sites)
Benefits :
- 30 to 50% reduction in CO₂ emissions per m³ of concrete
- Maintaining mechanical performance
- Suitable for heavy structures or seismic soils
Ecological concrete is becoming standard for collective and public buildings .
4. Rammed earth and raw earth: a return to Moroccan roots
In regions such as Drâa-Tafilalet or the surroundings of Taroudant, construction in raw earth or rammed earth is resurfacing, this time in a technically mastered form .
Combined with modern coatings or wood/steel frames, this technique makes it possible to create housing with high thermal inertia , with zero carbon emissions linked to the material.
Strengths:
- Local, bio-sourced and unprocessed material
- Excellent natural insulation (especially in dry climates)
- Nearly zero environmental footprint
- Traditional aesthetics (ochre, natural textures)
Rammed earth is becoming a trend in high-end eco-construction , with LEED or HQE certification.
5. Bricks made of baked clay or compressed earth
Hollow core bricks , particularly those with high thermal performance, are gaining ground in new constructions.
At the same time, compressed raw earth bricks (CRB) are attractive to construction sites concerned with energy efficiency.
Interests:
- Heat and humidity regulation
- Correct sound insulation
- Local material, often produced near construction sites
- Suitable for self-construction or participatory projects
6. Bio-sourced insulation: wood wool, cork, hemp, cellulose wadding
By 2025, ecological insulation will become a standard, both in construction and renovation.
For what :
- Poorly insulated buildings are responsible for more than 40% of energy losses
- Bio-sourced products offer excellent thermal and acoustic comfort
- They improve the building’s carbon footprint
- They are recyclable or compostable at the end of their life
Insulation to be preferred in Morocco:
- Expanded cork (very good for walls exposed to the sun)
- Wood wool (for roofs and slopes)
- Hemp (grown locally, very good humidity regulator)
- Cellulose wadding (from paper recycling)
7. Solar control glass: an ally of light without overheating
Thanks to its generous sunshine, Morocco allows for abundant natural light . But this can also lead to indoor overheating .
In 2025, modern projects include:
- Low-emissivity glazing ,
- Solar control glass ( reduction of infrared radiation),
- Laminated glass with UV filter .
Combined with high-performance aluminum joinery supplied by companies like LMI 64 , the glazing becomes an active element of thermal regulation .
Conclusion: building responsibly is possible (and rewarding) in Morocco
In 2025, the preferred materials for building or renovating in Morocco will no longer be chosen simply for their price or availability. They must meet three requirements :
- Reduction of environmental impact ,
- High thermal performance and comfort of use ,
- Sustainability and real estate valuation .
Local companies like lmi-64.com have understood this well and are supporting this transition by offering eco-designed solutions such as aluminum joinery for houses in Marrakech, combining aesthetics, recyclability and energy performance.
Building sustainably means making informed choices.
It also means investing in healthy, ethical, and future-proof housing.
