Holistic Mass Timber Buildings
Timberlab's mission is to advance the mainstream adoption of mass timber construction to benefit the planet and its people. Our team of dedicated mass timber innovators has delivered cutting-edge timber projects across the U.S. commercial market. As a vertically integrated organization, we offer a wide array of mass timber services to ensure your project is successful at every step, from wood sourcing to fabrication to on-site assembly and installation. We are passionate about optimizing timber's natural strength and durability to build a sustainable, low-carbon future.
WHO WE ARE
With century-old roots as a general contractor, we’re experts in the holistic integration of mass timber with other building systems. Timberlab successfully guides the whole project, from product to preconstruction to on-site installation. We're your holistic mass timber service provider, ready to assist mass timber projects at every step.
In 2020, Timberlab launched its first mass timber fabrication facility in Portland, Oregon, offering custom CNC fabrication to help expand the supply of mass timber products and make this building method more attainable across markets. In 2024, our team began operations as a direct glulam manufacturer, bringing the highest-quality engineered wood products for both commercial and multi-family applications.
TIMBERLAB ACQUIRES AMERICAN LAMINATORS
Since its founding in 1962, American Laminators has been one of the leading manufacturers of custom glulam in the United States. They produce the longest-spanning glulam in North America, utilizing a clear glue that adds to the high aesthetic value of their product. The Drain and Swisshome locations have operated for over 60 years, utilizing Douglas Fir, Southern Yellow Pine, and Alaskan Yellow Cedar, accounting for an annual capacity of 20 million board feet. Each facility will undergo operational upgrades to continue enhancing product optimization and continuing the legacy of manufacturing in these forest-rich communities.
Press Release
MASS TIMBER AIRPORT UNVEILED AT PDX
Timberlab is proud to announce the grand opening of the Portland International Airport’s new central terminal, a project highlighting innovative mass timber construction. Timberlab was pivotal in delivering the iconic mass timber roof, from sustainable sourcing to precise fabrication and installation. This project showcases the versatility and strength of mass timber in large-scale architecture and sets a new standard for environmentally responsible design in aviation infrastructure.
Portland International Airport
NATURALLY DIFFERENT
Take your project to new heights with mass timber—a smart, resilient, and renewable alternative. Whether you’re developing a high-rise with low embodied carbon, or a civic building with a high community impact, we’re your partner for success.
Our team embraces the transformative potential of mass timber, and we're passionate about sharing its advantages. Beyond its natural beauty, mass timber is a solution for reducing carbon on your next project. By combining the strength of nature's most robust material with cutting-edge technology, we aim to optimize mass timber wherever possible.
NHERI 10-STORY TALL TIMBER TOWER WITHSTANDS 100 EARTHQUAKES
The research conducted on the NHERI 10-Story structure has yielded promising results for the mass timber industry. It has successfully demonstrated that tall timber buildings can effectively withstand seismic force. This breakthrough in earthquake-resistant design has far-reaching implications for the future of timber construction, offering a sustainable and resilient alternative for tall buildings in seismic-prone areas like the West Coast. As of June 2023, the 10-story timber tower has undergone over 100 seismic tests with no significant structural damage to the building. The success of the testing bolsters confidence in the use of mass timber as a sustainable and resilient building material.
Tall Timber + Seismic Resiliency
TALL TIMBER REACHES THE SKIES
Ascent, the groundbreaking timber tower, proudly holds the prestigious title of the world's tallest hybrid mass timber building. At 25 stories, this iconic project gracefully combines the strength of mass timber with cutting-edge construction techniques, revolutionizing the possibilities of vertical living. The project is the recipient of the 2023 Structural Award from the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat.
Ascent has captivated industry experts and garnered global recognition, hailed as a true testament to the limitless potential of tall timber construction. The project yielded significant schedule savings through our detailed prefabrication and coordination expertise. Additionally, Timberlab facilitated the testing of glulam columns to receive a 3-hour fire-resistance rating - a test that had yet to be conducted anywhere in the world.
Mass Timber Projects
MASS TIMBER FOR DIVERSE BUILDING TYPES
At Timberlab, we aim to optimize mass timber across all building types, from sleek office spaces and towering high-rises to robust industrial complexes. Our team's approach to mass timber not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of your building, but also significantly streamlines the construction process through reduced construction times and less on-site labor. For owners and developers, choosing Timberlab means accessing a scalable solution that adapts to various architectural demands and scales and ensures that every project benefits from the sustainability, strength, and speed of erection that only mass timber provides.
Mass Timber + Industrial
CREATING NEW JOBS IN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
Our organizational culture is driven by the relentless pursuit of innovation. With a diverse array of backgrounds and skills, Timberlab firmly believes that collaboration is the foundation needed to advance sustainable timber construction into the mainstream. Collaboration extends beyond our immediate team: Timberlab seeks partnerships with like-minded organizations, academia, and industry leaders to drive research, share insights, and collectively promote low-carbon goals in the built environment. We are architects, engineers, carpenters, machinists, project managers, and business leaders who inspired to reshape the built environment through the beauty and revolution of mass timber construction.
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