Habitat for Humanity is constructing its first mass timber home in Lahaina to house volunteers helping with fire recovery efforts. The modular structure will later be sold as affordable housing once rebuilding is complete.
- The three-bedroom ‘Bunkhouse’ uses pre-manufactured laminated wood panels for quick assembly and energy efficiency.
- The home will house volunteers in bunk beds for 3-5 years during Lahaina rebuilding efforts.
- Over 300 carpenter apprentices have received mass timber training through UH Maui College programs.
- The structure demonstrates new construction methods that could speed up post-disaster rebuilding.
- Project completion is expected in August 2026.
Source: Hawaii Public Radio
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