Portland architect Thomas Robinson is leading a revolution by bringing cross-laminated timber construction of high-rise buildings to Portland and the rest of the United States. His two new multi-story building projects — Albina Yard in North Portland and Framework …
The American Wood Council (AWC) today released three manuals and a website designed to inform developers, local building departments and fire departments on how to prevent and reduce fire losses in buildings under construction. “This is a timely and …
The American Wood Council (AWC) has developed a free series of easy-to-use Guides to Wood Construction in High Wind Areas based on provisions contained in AWC’s 2015 Wood Construction Manual (WFCM). The guides can be found in AWC’s official …
Freddie Mac last week released its U.S Economic and Housing Market Outlook for March, highlighting some of the positive tailwinds at the start of the Spring Homebuying season. A video preview along with the complete March 2015 U.S Economic and …
Construction employers added 29,000 jobs in February and 321,000 over the past year, reaching the highest employment total in six years, as the sector’s unemployment rate fell to an eight-year low of 10.6 percent, according to an analysis by the …
According to CWC, wood-frame construction has been the preferential construction option for millions of homeowners throughout North America for decades. From the historical days when settlers relied on the bounty of the land for their shelter and food, to modern-day …
Two LP Building Solutions leaders earn national recognition in the 2026 STEP Ahead Awards for their impact on manufacturing, safety, and workforce development.
U.S. Commerce begins review of duties on Canadian softwood lumber and Chinese wood products as tariff rates rise and global wood trade faces new scrutiny.
interzum Bogotá 2026 returns to Colombia, offering a dynamic platform for over 300 exhibitors and 15,000 visitors in the wood and furniture supply industry.
