March 29, 2023
13 of The Tallest Mass Timber Buildings in The World in 2023
Within the past of decade, both commercial and residential applications, structures are being constructed utilizing heavy timbers and varied laminated wood techniques. In addition, these mass timber buildings which utilize wood for construction not only promote sustainable forests, but also reduces the carbon footprint by storing it.
Down below are the top 13 of the tallest mass timber structures from around the world.
13. Stadthaus
Stadthaus in the United Kingdom is a 9-story, 99 foot residential building, featuring a timber frame construction and passive solar design elements.
12. Wood Innovation and Design Centre
Via archdaily.com
Wood Innovation and Design Centre in Canada is an 8-story, 97 foot timber structure, serving as a research and education facility for sustainable building practices.
11. Forte
Forte in Australia is a 10-story, 105 foot timber apartment building, featuring a hybrid timber and concrete construction and energy-efficient design elements.
10. The Murray Grove
The Murray Grove in the United Kingdom is a 9-story, 108 foot residential building made of cross-laminated timber, one of the first tall wooden buildings in the UK.
9. Framework
Framework in the United States is a 12-story, 148 foot mixed-use building in Portland, Oregon, made entirely of wood and featuring innovative seismic-resistant design.
8. 25 King
Via skyscrapercenter.com
25 King in Australia is a 10-story, 147 foot office building made of cross-laminated timber, showcasing the potential of tall wooden structures in the commercial sector.
7. Origine
Via thinkwood.com
Origine in Quebec is a 13-story, 134 foot hybrid wooden and concrete structure, offering sustainable and energy-efficient living spaces for its residents.
6. Treet
Via buildup.eu
Treet in Norway is a 14-story, 167 foot wooden apartment building, featuring a unique sloping shape and energy-efficient design.
5. Brock Commons Tallwood House
Via thinkwood.com
Brock Commons Tallwood House in Canada is a 18-story, 190 foot student residence made of engineered wood, demonstrating the potential of tall wood buildings in urban areas.
4. Teck Acute Care Centre
Via Google
Teck Acute Care Centre in Canada is a 8-story, 183 foot hospital building made of cross-laminated timber, providing a comfortable and healing environment for patients.
3. Haut
Via archdaily.com
Haut in the Netherlands is a 21-story, 239 foot residential tower made of cross-laminated timber, featuring a green facade and energy-efficient design.
2. HoHo Wien
Via wikipedia.org
HoHo Wien in Austria is a 24-story, 275 foot timber tower, the tallest wooden building in the world at the time of its completion in 2019.
1. Mjøstårnet
Via archpaper.com
Mjøstårnet in Norway is the world’s tallest wooden building, standing at 280 feet tall and featuring sustainable design elements.
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