NEWS
July 24, 2025
Timber Engineering & Green Modul
Timber Engineering is working with an innovative 3D CLT prefab company that delivers amazing quality in Germany. We are currently analyzing how this system can be used in Canada.
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June 24, 2025
Understanding Mass Timber and Cold-Formed Steel Hybrid Construction Online Seminar
This seminar explores the emerging hybrid construction method combining mass timber and cold-formed steel (CFS) to optimize structural performance and cost-effectiveness. We will examine structural, fire, and acoustic performance benefits, prefabrication advantages, and construction efficiencies. The presentation will also feature a detailed case study of the Bunker Hill Housing Redevelopment project in Boston, MA, showcasing a groundbreaking application of mass timber-CFS hybrid construction in an urban setting. Participants will gain insights into the design considerations, construction sequencing, benefits, and challenges associated with this hybrid structural system.
Register here
June 18, 2025
Innovation in Timber Construction: Robert Malczyk Visits Green Modul
Robert Malczyk, from Timber Engineering, recently toured Green Modul’s facilities, gaining firsthand insight into their groundbreaking CLT solid timber construction. For over 20 years, this family-owned innovator has redefined sustainable building with highly prefabricated 3D living modules, merging speed, quality, and eco-conscious design.
Key highlights of Green Modul’s industry-leading approach:
✔ Record-breaking efficiency – Projects completed 80-90% faster than conventional construction.
✔ Sustainable by design – Near-zero waste, natural materials, and energy-optimized production.
✔ Architectural freedom – Fully customizable layouts, facades, and smart-home integration.
✔ Built to endure – Fire-resistant, seismic-proof, and rigorously tested for safety.
The visit underscored Green Modul’s role as a strategic partner for forward-thinking developers—where innovation meets timeless craftsmanship.
Explore their technology here
May 15, 2025
AIA Conference on Architecture & Design® 2025
"We’re excited to announce that Hercend Mpidi Bita will be presenting at the AIA Conference on Architecture & Design Innovation in Boston, June 5th-6th! His session, Incorporating Mass Timber in Hybrid Structures, will explore the innovative combination of mass timber and cold-formed steel (CFS) in optimizing structural performance and cost-efficiency.
This seminar explores the emerging hybrid construction method combining mass timber and cold-formed steel (CFS) to optimize structural performance and cost-effectiveness. We will examine structural, fire, and acoustic performance benefits, prefabrication advantages, and construction efficiencies. The presentation will also feature a detailed case study of the Bunker Hill Housing Redevelopment project in Boston, MA, showcasing a groundbreaking application of mass timber-CFS hybrid construction in an urban setting.
Join Hercend and Natalia Escobar, Senior Designer at Stantec, as they dive into cutting-edge design strategies for mid-rise buildings."
More info here
Oct 1, 2024
Mass Timber foundations for housing and small buildings - Report
We are pleased to announce the release of our report on the use of Mass Timber (MT) products in foundation systems. This study explores two main approaches: preservative-treated MT systems and a new “tanked” foundation with untreated MT elements.
The report outlines various structural solutions, including Nailed Laminated Timber (NLT) and Cross Laminated Timber (CLT), and discusses their applications in different soil conditions. It also highlights recent research and successful projects that demonstrate the viability of mass timber foundations for residential and small commercial buildings.
For more details, please read the full report here
May 29, 2024
“Is mass timber the next big thing in cheaper, greener construction? More provinces are saying yes”
To read Paula Duhatschek’s article for CBC News, click here
Photo credit Dillon Hodgin/CBC News
Apr 8, 2024
“New government incentives set to spur mass-timber development in B.C.”
To read Claire Wilson’s article for Business Intelligence for B.C., click here
Photo credit KK Law, courtesy of naturallywood.com
Apr 4, 2024
Mass Timber - A better, faster, cheaper and renewable alternative to traditional materials.
Join Robert Malczyk for a lecture on Mass Timber Engineering
Date: April 23-24, 2024
Location : Hotel Windsor, Jachranka/ Warsaw
Register here
Nov 1, 2022
The Structural Engineering Podcast - The Art of Mass Timber
“This week we talk with Robert Malczyk, an experienced engineer on the forefront of mass timber design and the founding principle of Timber Engineering Based in Vancouver BC. We talk about what type of Architect/Engineer relationships we may want to aim for as our careers move forward, and the ones that have stood out to Robert throughout his career."
Listen to the podcast here
Oct 11, 2022
Modelling Guide for Timber Structures 2022 - First Edition
We are pleased to be a part of the new Modelling Guide for Timber Structures from FPInnovations. Robert Malczyk and Hercend Mpidi Bita contributed to chapter 7.3, "Hybrid Timber Structures."
Download the free pdf here
Sep 28, 2022
Timber in the Digital Environment Oct 12-13, 2022
For more information about the event click here
May 12, 2022
“BUILDEX Vancouver -
Robert Malczyk’s Interview”
To watch Robert Malczyk’s Interview for BUILDEX Vancouver, click here
Apr 25, 2022
“Transforming Trees Into Skyscrapers”
To read Rebecca Mead’s article for The New Yorker, click here
Photo Credit Pok Rie from Pexels - “Bird’s Eye View of Lumbers”
Apr 11, 2022
“Prefabrication and VDC critical for complex projects”
To read Cheryl Mah’s article for Construction Business, click here
Photo Credit KK Law. Courtesy of naturallywood.com
Feb 24, 2022
BUILDEXVancouver 2022
On March 24th at #BUILDEXVancouver, Timber Engineering's principal Robert Malczyk and Naikoon Contracting Ltd.'s president Joe Geluch will discuss the PH1 and On5 Passive House projects in Vancouver.
Please join us to hear more about how techniques such as Virtual Construction and mass timber prefabrication aided the development of these projects. Sign up here
Feb 2, 2022
“Virtual Design and Construction.
An Owners Perspective”
By Robert Malczyk
Click here to read the SAB Magazine article.
Photo courtesy of Hemsworth Architecture
Jan 21, 2022
“How BC became a leader in mass timber construction, according to experts”
Click here to read the Daily Hive article.
Photo by Scott Gudahl from Pixels
Jan 5, 2022
CLT/CFS
Hybrid System
A New Approach
“We are proud to share this report highlighting the novel CLT/CFS (Cross Laminated Timber/Cold Formed Steel) system as a cost competitive and structurally efficient mass timber solution that helps meet the demand for mid-rise (7-12 story) mass timber buildings.”
