WoodWorks Innovation Network (WIN)

WIN members will have additional chances to WIN a free pass to the International Mass Timber Conference–be on the lookout for an email from us next week! Not a WIN member but have a built or under-construction #masstimber project? See the benefits of a WIN membership: https://lnkd.in/gv6MRRNr

The new Senior & Community Center in Redmond is designed to meet the needs of a diverse community. It will feature spaces for seniors, including a lounge, library, and fitness facilities. There will also be a large multipurpose room, classrooms, and a kids' zone. The building will be LEED certified and incorporate sustainable features like solar panels. The exterior design will blend in with the surrounding environment and include outdoor spaces for gardening and recreation. See the project details and design team on WIN: https://lnkd.in/gqx2Pct4 Carpentry Plus, Inc. Opsis Architecture Freres Wood (MPP) Simpson Strong-Tie Absher Construction Company Johnston Architects Lund Opsahl #masstimber #masstimberconstruction #sustainablearchitecture #biophiliacdesign

Google chose #masstimber for its new office space in California because it is a #sustainable #buildingmaterial that is good for the environment and employees. The building is designed to be energy-efficient and reduce its carbon footprint. Additionally, they chose mass timber to create a more pleasant and productive work environment for their employees. The exposed timber, natural light, and fresh air can help to boost employee morale and productivity. See this project and design team on WIN ??https://lnkd.in/e6-ADaMs Read the ARTICLE in Sustainability Magazine: https://lnkd.in/diBYBmBi ASPECT Structural Engineers EQUILIBRIUM Elevated Construction Services, LLC Holmes US Kinsol Timber Systems MGA | Michael Green Architecture XL Construction Global Integrated Flooring Solutions (Global IFS) Mercer Mass Timber Rothoblaas Simpson Strong-Tie Bevan Jones Colin Shane SERA Architects

The new Idaho Outdoor Fieldhouse in Boise, ID, is designed to support military families and adaptive athletes. The 46,000-square-foot campus features glulam and CLT to create a nature-inspired and light-filled environment. The J.A. & Kathryn Albertson Family Foundation made the project possible in collaboration with Mission43 and the Challenged Athletes Foundation of Idaho. See this project and the design team on WIN: https://lnkd.in/gsNNyNwM ★ Timberlab ★ Axiom Engineering ★ Barker Rinker Seacat Architecture ★ Engineered Systems, Inc. ★ Pivot North Architecture #masstimber #masstimberconstruction #timberconstruction #timberengineering #clt #sustainabledesign #sustainablebuilding #wooddesign #masstimberbuilding

Point-and-plate #construction systems could soon be recognized in building standards worldwide. US-based developer ★ oWOW ★[ https://lnkd.in/dEkeu46M] is now looking to use post-to-plate construction systems to drive wider adoption of timber buildings--starting with 1510 Webster Street in Oakland, California. See this project and the design team on WIN. https://lnkd.in/g8a9BU9a. Also see ★ Fast + Epp's ★ Impressive #masstimber portfolio on WIN: https://lnkd.in/gUA8EJjP ARTICLE: https://lnkd.in/gHJXptUZ

"Do timber-and-steel and timber-and-concrete construction systems hold the key to the next generation of high-performance sports facilities, a market expected to mushroom from US $27.8 billion in 2023 to US $50.8 billion by 2035?" As interest in wood-constructed sports facilities increases, check out some completed projects on WIN to see what's possible: Victory Capital Performance Center / The Rock at La Cantera: https://lnkd.in/gWmUBxgn Bear Creek Park Athletics Centre: https://lnkd.in/gaS6XWAd PNE Amphitheatre: https://lnkd.in/g9i8Z6BE Idaho Central Credit Union Arena: https://lnkd.in/gcMdGpdM ARTICLE: https://lnkd.in/gYQ9r-Pn

From skyscrapers to residential homes, #masstimber is proving its versatility as a sustainable and innovative material. This article explores the latest developments in mass timber technology and the possibilities it offers. https://lnkd.in/gCTddjKw See almost 800 commercial innovative wood structures and the design teams behind them: https://lnkd.in/gc8g6bx #masstimberconstruction

The Valley School Classroom and Outdoor Amphitheater in Seattle, WA, utilized local wood to create a cozy, "tree house" feel, with exposed wood structure and shear walls designed to become green walls eventually. Check out the project and team on WIN: https://lnkd.in/gM6w9k3n babienko ARCHITECTS pllc #woodinschools

Hybrid wood #construction is helping meet housing demand. This article highlights the efficiencies of mixing #masstimber and light-frame wood systems: https://lnkd.in/eBxwDEA7 See built and under construction hybrid projects on the map ??https://lnkd.in/gmaS33-n

Today's article gives a sneak peak inside Penn Engineering’s new $25M #masstimber building. If you are at Mass Timber Plus this week, you might have toured this building in person. If not, you can see details in this article and see photos and the project team on WIN ?? Article: https://lnkd.in/d3UNDg3W Project Profile ??https://lnkd.in/eMW7-TNe DCI Engineers Buro Happold Gilbane Building Company KSS Architects Lake|Flato Architects University of Pennsylvania