The Treetop Walk

Elevated Timber Experience

A panoramic treetop experience in the Laurentian forest built with visible mass timber. The elevated walkway and 40 m tower invite visitors to explore nature from above while showcasing the warmth, precision and structural performance of engineered wood in an exposed exterior environment.

Location

QC, Canada

Architectural firm

PLA architectes

Engineering firm

LH2, Mass Timber Consulting, Art Massif

Contractor

Ultimateck

Photo credit

Daniel Desmarais and Art Massif

Elevated Timber Experience

A panoramic treetop experience in the Laurentian forest built with visible mass timber. The elevated walkway and 40 m tower invite visitors to explore nature from above while showcasing the warmth, precision and structural performance of engineered wood in an exposed exterior environment.

Localisation

Mont-Blanc, Laurentides

Architecte

PLA architectes

Ingénierie

LH2, Mass Timber Consulting, Art Massif

Entrepreneur

Ultimateck

Crédit photo

Daniel Desmarais and Art Massif

The Challenge

Engineer a structure in visible wood that could resist wind, lateral forces and freeze–thaw cycles while maintaining a light, continuous geometry. The team had to coordinate accessibility needs, manage vibration comfort and ensure durability in a fully exposed setting.

The solution

Art Massif conducted detailed 3D analysis to validate structural behavior and environmental performance. Each glulam component and connection was calibrated for load paths, moisture control and long-term movement. Custom steel-to-wood assemblies reinforced the system and protected exposed elements.

The results

A robust and elegant timber walkway that performs in year-round weather while preserving its natural appearance. The treetop path and tower now offer an iconic, immersive attraction that demonstrates the potential of exposed mass timber in demanding exterior conditions.

Product Feature

Beams and Columns

Our beams and columns are architectural-grade glued-laminated timber elements crafted from premium Black Spruce SPF for strength, stability, and refined aesthetics. In this project, they form the primary structural framework while contributing to the warm, natural interior character.

Product Feature

Curved beams

Our curved beams are made from high-grade timber, offering the same strength and stability as straight beams with added architectural flexibility. In this project, they create elegant, flowing lines that enhance the overall design while supporting the structure.

Product Feature

Mass timber decking

Our mass timber decking is engineered from Black Spruce SPF to Douglas fir, to deliver both structural performance and a finished surface in one solution. In this project, it serves as the main roof deck, adding natural warmth while meeting fire and residential building standards.

Product Feature

Invisible connection system

Our invisible connection system conceals connectors within the timber, producing clean, uninterrupted surfaces while ensuring strength and durability. In this project, it allows for seamless wood-to-wood connections, enhancing both aesthetics and performance.

Product Feature

3D Curved beam

Our curved beams are made from high-grade timber, offering the same strength and stability as straight beams with added architectural flexibility. In this project, they create elegant, flowing lines that enhance the overall design while supporting the structure.

Product Feature

Round columns

Our round columns offer a great structural performance with added freedom for creative expression. In this project, the round columns echo the form of surrounding trees, helping the building blend naturally into its environment.

Product Feature

Creative form profiles

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Product Feature

Prestige composite glulam

Our Prestige composite glulam combines a spruce core for strength with fine wood veneers for a distinctive architectural finish. In this project, it was used for prominent exposed beams, adding visual richness and highlighting the unique grain of the selected veneer species.

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