Mass Timber
Mass timber construction stands at the forefront of sustainable building practices, transforming the way we construct our cities and spaces. Unlike traditional concrete and steel, mass timber utilizes engineered wood products, primarily cross-laminated timber (CLT), providing a renewable and low-carbon alternative. This method significantly reduces carbon emissions, mitigates climate change, and promotes forest conservation by utilizing smaller trees and low-quality wood that might otherwise go to waste. Beyond its environmental benefits, mass timber construction offers faster assembly, lighter structures, and impressive design flexibility, allowing architects and builders to create innovative, aesthetically pleasing, and functional spaces. Ascent embraces mass timber, and this not only signifies a shift towards eco-friendly construction but also represents a commitment to a sustainable future, where the harmony between human-made structures and nature is seamlessly achieved.
The amount of timber used in Ascent is replaced by natural growth in North American forests in less than 25 minutes.
Sustainable Forestry
Sustainable forestry is the foundation of the mass timber movement. All of the wood that was used at Ascent comes from PEFC certified forests. PEFC is a dynamic certification ensuring that forests maintain their biodiversity, productivity, regeneration capacity, vitality, and potential to fulfill ecological, economic, and social functions.
Renewable Resource
Sustainably forested trees capture CO2, creating a carbon sink.
90% Less Traffic
Fewer vehicles operating on the construction site greatly reduces emissions.
75% Fewer Workers
A smaller team creates an efficient site with fewer commutes.
5% Faster Build Time
Building faster reduces the carbon footprint & environmental impact.