Mass Timber is a material that, given its technological intervention, is very useful for innovating in a sustainable way with new construction. Its carbon footprint, cost and construction time are determining factors when choosing this type of wood for inspiring future projects. 

 

Here are 5 Mass Timber projects that are revolutionizing the industry: 

 

Clemson University Outdoor Education Center, South Carolina

According to gbdmgazine.com, "solid wood was chosen as the core material for construction" with "cross-laminated timber slabs on the building's floors and roof, while the structural framing uses glulam."

 

Hotel Magdalena in Austin, Texas

For this project, Mass Timber was chosen for its sustainable benefits and speed of construction, as well as its experiential appeal, serving as a way of telling the story of the structure to those staying there. 

 

Dalston Factory in London, England

This building has CLT in its walls, floors, shafts and stairs. "Temperatures are maintained with a natural ventilation system and the daylight received on the balconies and common spaces is maximized by varying roof heights in an undulating structure," states gbdmagazine.com. 

 

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Headquarters, Canada

In addition to Mass Timber's structure and energy efficiency, other benefits of this building include solar chimneys, a green roof, low-impact landscaping and rainwater harvesting. 

 

Timber Lofts in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This is the first Mass Timber building in the city of Milwaukee. Specifically, it's made with CLT: an extremely strong and durable variant with multiple sustainability benefits.