Framecrete in Costa Rica
Seismic-ready, fast-to-build steel-and-AAC systems for Costa Rica — engineered for active fault lines, tropical humidity, and rapid coastal development.
About
Why build with Framecrete here.
Costa Rica's active seismic zones, tropical humidity, and fast-growing coastal development call for a system engineered for all three. Framecrete pairs ductile steel framing with inorganic AAC — built to perform under seismic load, resist mold and decay, and deliver tourism and residential projects on the schedules the market demands.
Engineered to last
The Framecrete system, built in Costa Rica.
By the numbers
A proven system, delivered at scale.
Local conditions
Engineered for Costa Rica
The same system, tuned to what this market actually demands of a building.
Seismic activity
Costa Rica sits along the Pacific Ring of Fire. Light-gauge steel framing is light and ductile — favorable behavior under seismic load.
Humidity & decay
Year-round humidity and heavy rainfall punish timber and organic materials. Galvanized steel and inorganic AAC don't rot, warp, or feed mold.
Fast-growing coastal development
Tourism-driven coastal growth needs housing and hospitality projects on tight schedules. Industrialized assembly shortens the build cycle.
The system
Steel framing + Framecrete AAC.
Two engineered layers: precision light-gauge steel carries the structure, white Framecrete AAC encloses and insulates it.
Intelligent Steel Framing
We use advanced 3D digital models to engineer high-tensile, light gauge steel framing. Each high-strength piece arrives at the site pre-cut, pre-punched, and ready for quick assembly, providing a strong, precise, and flexible structure.
AAC Panels
We enclose the steel frame with large, lightweight Framecrete Autoclaved Aerated Concrete panels. Featuring a patented super-smooth exterior finish, these panels offer excellent insulation while being significantly lighter than traditional concrete.
Ecosystem
A complete building ecosystem.
From windows to roofing to finance — the Frame* sub-brands deliver a turnkey building, not just a material.
FrameWindows
powered by Tecnocanceles
Aluminum and glass systems — windows, façades, and skylights — precision-engineered to integrate cleanly with AAC walls.
FrameRoofing
powered by Professional Roofing
Weather-resistant roofing systems from a contractor with 30+ years of experience, built to integrate with steel framing.
FrameFlooring
powered by Prestige
High-performance floors from a global leader exporting to 56+ countries, designed for lightweight AAC construction.
FrameDoors
powered by MakeDoors.com
Premium interior and exterior doors in laminated wood, WPC composite, and ACM — made in Panama with Italian materials.
FrameSolar
powered by Solarge
100% circular, lightweight solar panels — free of glass, aluminum, and PFAS — the clean-energy complement for AAC buildings.
FrameMold
powered by AirCoat
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Framecrete AAC
powered by Framecrete
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FrameFinance
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Questions
Everything you're wondering.
The precision, off-site-manufactured system assembles roughly 40% faster than traditional block or concrete — shortening programs from months into weeks.
Yes. The AAC + steel system is engineered for Category 5 wind loads and seismic movement, and Framecrete AAC is mineral and non-combustible.
It typically lowers structural cost by around 30% and cuts lifetime cooling bills through AAC insulation. Use the calculator above for an estimate, or contact us for a project-specific quote.
Autoclaved aerated concrete has been trusted worldwide for over a century. We engineer it specifically for tropical, coastal conditions.
Across the Caribbean and Latin America, with international sourcing and engineering behind every project.
Contact
Start your project in Costa Rica.
Tell us about the site, the timeline and who it's for. Our team will get back to you.
- Office
- 18459 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines, FL 33029
- info@framecrete.com
Planning a project in Costa Rica?
Tell us about the site, the timeline, and who it's for. We'll show you how the system fits.