The University of Idaho set out to build something bigger than an arena, and mass timber was a key part of that endeavor. Hear more about this unique project from university decision makers, forest product experts, the construction team and funders involved in the process.

The U.S. faces a growing housing crisis with a severe shortage of affordable housing. Mass timber projects in Seattle are aiming to alleviate this crisis by providing workforce housing that is affordable and environmentally conscious.

Mass timber has been tested for seismic, fire and blast resiliency and is included in the International Code Council’s International Building Code.