Sweden builds the world’s largest timber city

Sweden is revolutionizing urban development with Stockholm Wood City, the world's largest construction project made entirely from wood. Located in the Sickla district on the outskirts of Stockholm, this ambitious endeavor aims to redefine sustainability in construction by replacing steel and concrete with engineered mass timber. The project, spearheaded by property developer Atrium Ljungberg, began in October 2024 and is set to deliver 2,000 new homes, a high school, and 7,000 office spaces by 2027. The development also includes rooftop gardens, solar panels, and “pocket parks” to enhance biodiversity and livability. Why timber? Mass ...