The construction of residential houses is a sector that heavily depends on manual, skilled labour. With the increasing adoption of Building Information Modelling (BIM), the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry can be structured to facilitate the transfer of information to automated production systems. These systems use robotics to build and assemble timber house modules. In this paper we explore the interplay between robotic technologies, BIM and prefabrication approaches. We aim to answer: ‘What is the current state of art in the robot-driven prefabrication of timber structures and to what extent can the Norwegian industry adapt to robots in timber prefabrication?’ The review of the literature reveals significant advancements in automated assembly technologies and robotic fabrication processes. However, the full potential of these technologies is yet to be realized due to challenges related to the flexibility of existing systems and the low level of automation compared to other industries. We propose that the Norwegian industry can benefit from adopting robots in timber prefabrication by streamlining production, improving accuracy, and embracing sustainable practices in construction processes. The paper concludes with a call for further research and innovation in this field, particularly in relation to the use of BIM data to optimize the integration of robotic technologies in timber construction.