Abstract: The modular system for constructing a timber-framed building includes a plurality of timber-framed modules which each have a rectangular parallelepipedal cross-section and are composed of a series of vertical posts which are continuous up the entire height thereof and are interconnected in pairs by at least two horizontal joists . At least two modules are assembled horizontally, thereby defining a wall between those modules. At least two timber-framed modules are assembled vertically, so at least one wall post is provided between vertical posts. The wall posts of horizontally adjacent modules are offset with respect to one another and overlap, at least in part. The posts of an upper module rest on the posts of a lower module, directly or indirectly by a layer of non-compressible material. The invention further relates to a timber-framed building having at least one modular system of this type.

Abstract: The modular building system includes a framework or carcassing formed by a number of prefabricated units assembled as a stack. Each unit includes a wooden framework structure having a succession of vertical uprights spaced apart with a standardized spacing. The vertical uprights span the entire height between floors. The vertical uprights form a wall of floor N+1 and rest directly on a vertical upright of level N, while assemblies lateral to the vertical uprights and/or assemblies on elements inserted between uprights can perform the functions of holding and bracing the vertical uprights.