The presented work deals with hygro-thermal numerical simulation and mould growth risk evaluation between concrete foundation and frame of multi-story building made of CLT element modules. Structural CLT modules represent an approach towards wood material utilization in construction as its strength achieves markedly higher values then common structural wooden elements and makes rapid erection of the building possible. Although there are great promises that the novel CLT structures will gain ground in high-rise buildings market with apparent benefits in sustainability and inhabitant comments regarding ambience and acoustics, it is important to analyse their structural health and hygro-thermal conditions. The highest risk of unfavourable hygro-thermal conditions is usually presented in location characterized by thermal bridge, such as foundation, window-wall, wall-roof and wall-floor junctions. It is also of significant importance to analyse junctions between materials, whether wood, composite, mortar or concrete. A certain combination of thermal and humidity conditions in exposed time causes mould growth initiation that may lead to deterioration of structural material and unhealthy indoor environment.
In this case study, the moisture content and air-flow in the junction and open space in structural design details between the first floor (of concrete) housing joint warehouse and technical spaces and the residential upper floors made of CLT modules is analysed. Conditions leading to probable moisture-derived mould issues and design parameters leading to sufficient ventilation according to Mould Index modelling are presented.