10 top mass timber buildings opening in 2025

Friday 28 Feb 2025

 
As 2025 begins to take shape, the architectural community is eagerly anticipating the debut of several innovative mass timber buildings.

We’ve curated a selection of ten from over 2,000 new projects supplied by Stora Enso set to launch this year. Each building exemplifies the versatility and cutting-edge advancements in construction that significantly reduce emissions using climate-conscious materials and biophilic design.

The World Expo 2025, Osaka, Japan

The 2025 World Expo in Osaka promises to be a showcase of global innovation, and the Czech pavilion made from a prefabricated mass timber kit of parts (Sylva™ by Stora Enso delivered by A2 Timber) is a standout example.

The breathtaking geometric design concept, rooted in the principle of raw material efficiency, ensured rapid on-site assembly. Expect to see a 260-meter-(853 ft) long educational trail, with views of Osaka Bay, and a multifunctional auditorium that will offer a rich program throughout the entire exhibition.

A must-visit for anyone passionate about architecture and environmental stewardship.

Timber Square, Bankside, UK

In the heart of London, Timber Square, designed by Bennett’s Associates is poised to become a landmark of sustainable urban development.

Landsec’s mammoth 370,000 square feet scheme reconstructs a former printworks into two office-led timber buildings (15 floors and 10 floors high) combining retail units and leafy, public space.

It is set to be the largest commercial development in the UK to cross-laminated timber, delivered by Hybrid Structures and will be one of the most vibrant new hubs for work and leisure.

More >>

Source: Stora Enso
Image Credit: A2 Timber/Apropos Architects


Share |



Copyright 2004-2025 © Innovatek Ltd. All rights reserved.