Benefits of mass Timber.
Sustainability: Mass timber construction is a more sustainable option than steel and concrete, as it stores carbon and has a lower carbon footprint. Using smaller trees for mass timber also promotes healthier forest management.
Faster and quieter construction: Building with prefabricated mass timber components is generally faster and quieter than traditional construction methods with steel and concrete.
Innovation: The project helped to advance fire safety testing for mass timber buildings, as there was a need to prove safety in a market without pre-existing high-rise timber regulations in the US.
Economic advantages: Developers have noted that building costs can be comparable to traditional structures, and the project benefited from a lean construction approach that saved time and money.
Aesthetics: The visible mass timber structure offers a unique, warm, and luxurious interior aesthetic.
Demonstrates scalability: Mass timber projects serve as a proof that concepts for building taller, hybrid timber structures, paving the way for similar future projects.
