Why ‘Vienna House’ is the New Prototype for Public Housing

The city of Vancouver is developing 'Vienna House', a seven-storey mass timber building, in an effort to provide affordable and sustainable housing. The project is part of a partnership between BC Housing, the City of Vancouver, and More than a Roof Housing Society, aimed at creating 123 units for vulnerable groups. It aligns with changes to British Columbia’s construction code to allow taller timber buildings, supporting goals for reducing carbon emissions. The construction uses cross-laminated timber, contributing to both climate resilience and waste reduction.

La ville de Vancouver construit 'Vienna House', un immeuble de sept étages en bois massif, pour offrir des logements abordables et durables. Ce projet résulte d'un partenariat entre BC Housing, la Ville de Vancouver et la société More than a Roof Housing Society pour créer 123 logements destinés aux groupes vulnérables. Il suit les changements du code de construction en Colombie-Britannique qui permettent des bâtiments en bois plus élevés, soutenant les objectifs de réduction des émissions de carbone.