Mexico’s First Predominantly Mass Timber Structure Completed

Architectural studio PPAA has unveiled the first building in Mexico with a structure constructed of predominately mass timber, according to a feature by Dezeen (1-30-25).

Located in an industrial complex in Querétaro, Mexico, the building has a structure made almost completely from engineered wood products, prefabricated and assembled on-site, with only the stairwells made of metal.

The building contains two floors of office space raised over a semi-open parking garage. It has floorplates made of CLT and columns made with glulam.

PPAA founder Pablo Pérez Palacios told Dezeen that he chose mass timber for its sustainability, reduced labor costs, and the speed of construction, though he noted that mass timber is currently more expensive in Mexico than other common building materials such as steel or concrete.

“The use of mass timber for the entire structural system was a deliberate decision to align with the project’s sustainability goals while showcasing the potential of wood construction in Mexico,” said Pérez Palacios. “Prefabricated elements significantly reduce on-site waste and construction time, making it a practical and scalable solution for future projects in Mexico.”