Harvard University has opened the David Rubenstein Treehouse, its first mass timber building and University-wide conference center.
News in offsite construction
UK’s Velindre Cancer Center Takes Shape With Timber Frame Completion
The UK’s Velindre Cancer Center reached a key milestone with the installation of its timber frame, a sustainable design centerpiece for the new hospital.
Milan Olympic Village Built With Mass Timber, Completed Ahead of Schedule
The six-building mass-timber complex will later become Italy’s largest affordable student housing site, dezeen reported.
Michigan Launches Mass Timber Catalyst Program to Spur Construction Innovation
Michigan launched a new Mass Timber Catalyst Program offering $25,000–75,000 awards and technical support to promote sustainable timber construction.
Mercer Mass Timber to Expand Spokane Valley, WA, Facility
Washington state awarded $250,000 to Mercer Mass Timber to support its Spokane Valley expansion, complementing $30 million in private investment, The Journal of Business reported.
Oregon’s Tallest Mass Timber Tower Opens in Downtown Portland
Portland’s new Julia West House, Oregon’s tallest mass timber tower at 144 feet, provides 90 affordable apartments, Global Construction Review reported.
As Mass Timber Expands, Ironworkers Step in to Fill Labor Gap
Mass timber projects have grown more than fivefold since 2017, and ironworkers are expanding training to meet rising demand for skilled labor in the sector, WoodWorks and Construction Dive reported.
Ontario, Toronto, and Habitat for Humanity Partner to Build 33 Modular Homes
Ontario, Toronto, and Habitat GTA will build 33 modular homes on a surplus site, with sales early next year and occupancy by mid 2027. Ontario will invest CA$10 million.
Expo 2025 Osaka Concludes After Showcasing a Vision for a Greener Building Future
Expo 2025 Osaka closed Monday after drawing over 25 million visitors and highlighting timber architecture, green building, and sustainable design innovations.
Hybrid Mass Timber Building Proves Resilient in Full-Scale Shake-Table Test
A six-story hybrid mass timber–steel building tested at UC San Diego limited residual drifts to below 0.25% under full-scale earthquake simulations.