10/21/2026
At the new Macalester College Residence Hall & Welcome Center, cross-laminated timber (CLT) is bringing the benefits of prefabrication to life. As a renewable material that reduces embodied carbon, we are using CLT to support the project’s sustainability goals.
The floor panels arrive ready for installation, supporting a faster, more efficient process while reducing waste and congestion on site. Once installed, the structural system also serves as the finished product, making the CLT both a functional and visible part of the building.
It is an exciting example of how thoughtful material choices and innovative construction methods can shape a more sustainable future.