Hybrid mass Timber

Hybrid Mass Timber

RedBuilt delivers hybrid mass timber systems that combine sourced CLT panels with RedBuilt-manufactured glulam, open-web trusses, I-joists, and wall panels into one coordinated structural solution.

Rather than forcing an all-CLT structure, RedBuilt helps optimize each building system for performance, constructability, and cost.

RedBuilt provides a scalable approach to commercial mass timber construction.

70+

Years of engineered wood expertise

5 Design centers

4 Manufacturing plants

Nationwide technical support

Why Hybrid Mass Timber?

RedBuilt’s approach allows teams to use mass timber where it creates the most architectural and structural value — while integrating more efficient framing systems in service areas and back-of-house spaces.

Hybrid mass timber combines the warmth and sustainability of timber with the efficiency of engineered structural systems.

The result is a system that supports:

The RedBuilt Difference

With 60+ years in engineered wood solutions, RedBuilt offers mass timber with a standard of service that’s second to none.

Sustainable, low carbon building solution
Innovative construction techniques with precision accuracy
Natural beauty you can build with
Safe and resilient building type
Faster and more efficient construction schedule
Streamlined and simplified supply chain

RedBuilt offers a full line up of mass timber products.
Download our free guide to learn more.

Not every square foot of a building needs to be seen. RedBuilt Hybrid Mass Timber puts CLT and glulam where the structure is on display, and open-web trusses and Red-I™ joists where it isn't, so you get the warmth and life cycle impact of mass timber without paying the premium in corridors, back-of-house, and service areas. Here's how that compares to specifying an all-mass-timber system throughout.

Material strategy

CLT and glulam where the structure is exposed; open-web trusses and Red-I™ joists where it isn’t.

Cost per square foot

Premium material only where it earns its keep.

HVAC & MEP routing

Ducts, sprinklers, and conduit run through the open webs — no dropped soffits, no added floor depth.

Late-stage changes

Trusses absorb MEP revisions in the field.

Project fit

Targest low and mid-rise projects, where the cost premium for pure mass timber construction is most pronounced.

Pure Mass Timber Systems

Material strategy

The same premium system everywhere, exposed or not.

Cost per square foot

Mass timber premium applied to every square foot, including back-of-house.

HVAC & MEP routing

Penetrations must be factory-cut into panels; systems route around the structure.

Late-stage changes

Penetrations lock at fabrication; changes mean remanufacturing and schedule loss.

Project fit

High profile projects with an unconstrained budget.

Material strategy

CLT and glulam where the structure is exposed; open-web trusses and Red-I™ joists where it isn’t.

Cost per square foot

Premium material only where it earns its keep.

HVAC & MEP routing

Ducts, sprinklers, and conduit run through the open webs — no dropped soffits, no added floor depth.

Late-stage changes

Trusses absorb MEP revisions in the field.

Project fit

Targest low and mid-rise projects, where the cost premium for pure mass timber construction is most pronounced.

Material strategy

The same premium system everywhere, exposed or not.

Cost per square foot

Mass timber premium applied to every square foot, including back-of-house.

HVAC & MEP routing

Penetrations must be factory-cut into panels; systems route around the structure.

Late-stage changes

Penetrations lock at fabrication; changes mean remanufacturing and schedule loss.

Project fit

High profile projects with an unconstrained budget.

Benefits of RedBuilt Mass Timber Systems

Speed to Construction

Prefabricated glulam, panels, and trusses arrive ready to set, shortening framing schedules and reducing site labor.

Integrated
Structural Package

One team coordinates glulam, CLT, wall panels, open-web trusses, and Red-I™ joists into a single structural solution.

Architectural
Appeal

Exposed wood brings biophilic warmth to commercial interiors, structure that doubles as finish.

Structural
Efficiency

Long-span capability with mechanical routed through the structure, not below it, so no added floor depth.

Cost Optimization

Exposed Mass Timber where the structure is seen. Efficient framing handles everything else, so you’re not paying premium prices for corridors and back-of-house.

Nationwide
Support

Regional manufacturing and technical teams support projects across the United States.

Performance Characteristics

Virtually

Mass timber chars predictably, allowing structural cores to maintain load-bearing performance during fire exposure.

Acoustic Performance

Assemblies can be engineered for vibration control and acoustic separation in multi-story applications.

Structural Capability

Mass timber systems are now permitted in buildings up to 18 stories under the IBC.

Prefabrication

Off-site manufacturing supports tighter tolerances and accelerated schedules.

Mass Timber Product Types

RedBuilt manufactures wall panels for a range of commercial framing applications.

Fabricated Glulam Beams

High-strength beams for exposed or concealed applications.

Cross Laminated Timber, Dowel Laminated Timber, Mass Plywood Panels and Glue-Laminated Timber

Custom-fabricated, high-quality panels.

Open-Web Trusses

Ideal for long spans and mechanical integration.

Red-I™ Joists

Engineered for performance, with optional tapered profiles for added flexibility.

RedLam® LVL

Strong material ideal for use as beams, headers, and joist flanges.

Pre-fabricated Wall Panels

Custom-fabricated for fast and efficient installation.

Sustainability Benefits

Mass timber supports lower embodied carbon and stores carbon throughout the life of the building.

RedBuilt’s hybrid approach also reduces unnecessary material usage by strategically integrating multiple structural systems.

Engineered to Support Every Design Decision

Choosing a structural system is one of the most consequential decisions on a mass timber project. RedBuilt's integrated technical team provides architects and engineers the tools to make that decision with confidence.

Compare Design Options

RedBuilt models CLT, glulam, and hybrid approaches early, so your team can evaluate structural options before design is locked.

Product Flexibility

With four manufacturing plants and a full engineered wood product line, you're never locked into a single system.

Manage Risk

One coordinated team — spanning BIM, structural design, and fabrication — closes the gaps where schedule and scope risk typically creep in.

Comparative Cost Analysis

RedBuilt's technical sales team can price mass timber, hybrid, and traditional systems side-by-side before you commit to an approach.

Resources and Downloads

Everything your team needs to specify, design, and build with Hybrid Mass Timber systems, from product guides to technical specifications.

Applications for Mass Timber

RedBuilt hybrid mass timber systems support a wide range of commercial building types.

CLT (Cross-Laminated Timber)

Structural panels used for floors, roofs, and walls.

Glulam

Standard panels can be installed with machinery, while taller panels my use cranes.

NLT / DLT

Fastening follows a defined structural schedule.

Hospitality

Architectural warmth and accelerated construction schedules.

Civic + Cultural

Signature public-facing buildings with exposed timber aesthetics.

Mixed-Use

Flexible structural systems for mid-rise urban development.

Nationwide Manufacturing + Support

RedBuilt supports projects across the United States through:

From early feasibility through construction coordination, RedBuilt helps teams execute mass timber projects at scale.

A Proud Partner of WoodWorks

RedBuilt collaborates with WoodWorks – Wood Products Council, a nationwide resource providing free technical support, education, and design assistance to help project teams build with mass timber and other engineered wood systems.

As a member of the WoodWorks Innovation Network (WIN), RedBuilt connects architects, engineers, and developers with the expertise, products, and project examples they need to bring hybrid mass timber designs to life. Explore RedBuilt's work and capabilities directly on our WIN partner profile.

Together, RedBuilt and WoodWorks advance the adoption of mass timber across North America, supporting design innovation, code advancement, and sustainable construction.

Sustainability

RedBuilt hybrid mass timber systems support a wide range of commercial building types.

Making the most of every tree

Building with wood is one of the most effective ways to lower a project’s carbon footprint. CLT and other engineered wood products use fiber efficiently and store carbon for the life of the building, and life-cycle assessments consistently show wood construction outperforming steel and concrete on long-term environmental impact.

Responsibly sourced

RedBuilt is committed to sustainable forestry. Since 2020 we’ve partnered with the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI®) as our certification body, and all RedBuilt products are urea-formaldehyde free. Building with CLT can also support LEED® goals, including credits for sourcing of raw materials, environmental product declarations, material ingredients, and low-emitting materials.

Hybrid Thinking. Better Building.

Our technical sales team are in your market, ready to assist with structural design, BIM coordination, budget pricing, and support from design to installation.

Hybrid Mass Timber

Hybrid Mass Timber

RedBuilt delivers hybrid mass timber systems that combine sourced CLT panels with RedBuilt-manufactured glulam, open-web trusses, I-joists, and wall panels into one coordinated structural solution.

Rather than forcing an all-CLT structure, RedBuilt helps optimize each building system for performance, constructability, and cost.

RedBuilt provides a scalable approach to commercial mass timber construction.

70+

Years of engineered wood expertise

5

Design centers

4

Manufacturing plants

Nationwide technical support

Why Hybrid Mass Timber?

RedBuilt’s approach allows teams to use mass timber where it creates the most architectural and structural value — while integrating more efficient framing systems in service areas and back-of-house spaces.

Hybrid mass timber combines the warmth and sustainability of timber with the efficiency of engineered structural systems.

The result is a system that supports:

The RedBuilt Difference

With 60+ years in engineered wood solutions, RedBuilt offers mass timber with a standard of service that’s second to none.

RedBuilt offers a full line up of mass timber products. Download our free guide to learn more.

Material strategy

CLT and glulam where the structure is exposed; open-web trusses and Red-I™ joists where it isn’t.

Cost per square foot

Premium material only where it earns its keep.

HVAC & MEP routing

Ducts, sprinklers, and conduit run through the open webs — no dropped soffits, no added floor depth.

Late-stage changes

Trusses absorb MEP revisions in the field.

Project fit

Targest low and mid-rise projects, where the cost premium for pure mass timber construction is most pronounced.

Pure Mass Timber Systems

Material strategy

The same premium system everywhere, exposed or not.

Cost per square foot

Mass timber premium applied to every square foot, including back-of-house.

HVAC & MEP routing

Penetrations must be factory-cut into panels; systems route around the structure.

Late-stage changes

Penetrations lock at fabrication; changes mean remanufacturing and schedule loss.

Project fit

High profile projects with an unconstrained budget.

Material strategy

CLT and glulam where the structure is exposed; open-web trusses and Red-I™ joists where it isn’t.

Cost per square foot

Premium material only where it earns its keep.

HVAC & MEP routing

Ducts, sprinklers, and conduit run through the open webs — no dropped soffits, no added floor depth.

Late-stage changes

Trusses absorb MEP revisions in the field.

Project fit

Targest low and mid-rise projects, where the cost premium for pure mass timber construction is most pronounced.

Material strategy

The same premium system everywhere, exposed or not.

Cost per square foot

Mass timber premium applied to every square foot, including back-of-house.

HVAC & MEP routing

Penetrations must be factory-cut into panels; systems route around the structure.

Late-stage changes

Penetrations lock at fabrication; changes mean remanufacturing and schedule loss.

Project fit

High profile projects with an unconstrained budget.

Benefits of RedBuilt Mass Timber Systems

Speed to Construction

Prefabricated glulam, panels, and trusses arrive ready to set, shortening framing schedules and reducing site labor.

Integrated Structural Package

One team coordinates glulam, CLT, wall panels, open-web trusses, and Red-I™ joists into a single structural solution.

Architectural Appeal

Exposed wood brings biophilic warmth to commercial interiors, structure that doubles as finish.

Structural Efficiency

Long-span capability with mechanical routed through the structure, not below it, so no added floor depth.

Cost Optimization

Exposed Mass Timber where the structure is seen. Efficient framing handles everything else, so you’re not paying premium prices for corridors and back-of-house.

Nationwide Support

Regional manufacturing and technical teams support projects across the United States.

Performance Characteristics

Virtually

Mass timber chars predictably, allowing structural cores to maintain load-bearing performance during fire exposure.

Acoustic Performance

Assemblies can be engineered for vibration control and acoustic separation in multi-story applications.

Structural Capability

Mass timber systems are now permitted in buildings up to 18 stories under the IBC.

RedBuilt offers a full line up of mass timber products.
Download our free guide to learn more.

Integrated
Structural Package

Architectural
Appeal

Structural
Efficiency

Nationwide
Support