Norway vs. USA: Who Builds Higher in Timber? | Documentary

WOODEN SKYSCRAPERS: Norway vs. USA: Who Builds Higher in Timber? The Future of Architecture? Timber is Revolutionizing Construction | Documentary

Are wooden Skyscrapers the revolution? Sustainable Construction Conquers the World!
Timber towers are setting new standards in both architecture and climate protection. Norway’s record-breaking Mjøstårnet stands at an impressive 85.4 meters, built entirely from laminated timber. Meanwhile, the Ascent hybrid building in Milwaukee has raised the bar even higher to 87 meters, combining wood and concrete.

Dutch architect Marco Vermeulen is pushing boundaries with the “Dutch Mountains” project – twin towers expected to reach up to 130 meters, aiming to become the tallest timber structure in the world. Timber not only offers aesthetic advantages but also stores CO₂ and is revolutionizing construction through precision manufacturing. Innovative technologies are overcoming challenges like acoustics and fire safety. From Norway to the USA, the global trend toward sustainable building is inspiring architects to set new records and redefine the future of construction.

00:00 – Introduction: Mass timber skyscrapers and the rise of tall wood buildings worldwide
12:20 – Timber architecture in practice: Sustainable venues, exhibitions and urban design
24:35 – Approval hurdles and regulations for tall timber and CLT building construction
36:58 – Global case studies: Completed mass timber high-rises and engineering insights
49:15 – Future prospects: Tall wooden skyscrapers shaping sustainable city skylines

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