Re-imagining Construction: The Top 20 Tallest Mass Timber Buildings

Mjøstårnet is the tallest mass timber building in Europe. Photo by Voll Arkitekter + Rikardo Foto

Mass timber construction has revolutionized the architectural landscape, offering a sustainable and innovative alternative to traditional building materials. Engineered wood products like cross-laminated timber (CLT) and glulam beams have paved the way for skyscrapers and complex structures that were once thought impossible with wood alone. This article discusses the top 20 tallest mass timber buildings globally, exploring their design, engineering feats, and environmental impact. From the iconic Ascent MKE in Milwaukee to the groundbreaking HOAS Tuuliniitty in Finland, each building showcases the beauty, strength, and versatility of mass timber, ushering in a new era of eco-friendly architecture.

Stockholm Wood City: The World’s Largest Wooden City

Swedish urban developer Atrium Ljungberg has initiated Stockholm Wood City, anticipated to be the world’s largest urban wooden construction project. The project, to be built in Sickla in south-central Stockholm, will extend over 62 acres. The project’s developers indicate that through innovative design and a strong collaborative effort with stakeholders their intent is to create a vibrant urban environment utilizing a mix of workplaces, housing, restaurants and shops. Their goal is to set a new standard for sustainable construction.