Month: December 2024

177 posts

The Mori House: A mid-century modern remodel

The Mori House, originally designed in 1963 by Pacific Northwest architect Saul Zaik, has been thoughtfully remodeled by SHED Architecture & Design for a young family seeking minimalist aesthetics.  This renovation enhances the home’s connection to its natural surroundings, aligning with the family’s desire for a modernist minimalist aesthetic that harmonizes with the Pacific Northwest […] The post The Mori House: A mid-century modern remodel appeared first on NELMA.

Lumber Demand Winds Down for Year End

The annual seasonal Holiday break loomed large in mid-December, bringing with it the usual slow-down in lumber sales. Prices dropped slightly to reflect weak demand. Most customers had already ordered, before US Thanksgiving, whatever wood they needed to end this year. These latest softening prices did attract some increased interest, however buyers generally chose to […] The post Lumber Demand Winds Down for Year End first appeared on Madison’s Lumber Reporter.

Madison’s Lumber Prices Index Dec 20, 2024: US$470 mfbm

The Madison’s Lumber Prices Index for the week ending december 20, 2024 is: US$470 mfbM The Madison’s Lumber Prices Index for the week ending December 20, 2024 is: US$470 mfbmThis is down -5%, or -$24, from the previous week when it was US$494.This is down -7%, or -$34, from one month ago when it was […] The post Madison’s Lumber Prices Index Dec 20, 2024: US$470 mfbm first appeared on Madison’s Lumber Reporter.

North America Softwood Lumber Market Projection: 2025

The strategy for lumber industry players is to end the year with no inventory on-hand, so the focus now is on selling out any remaining wood at lumber yards. Since 1952 Madison’s Lumber Reporter has established itself as the most reliable source for North American lumber prices and industry news. By providing a true 360º […] The post North America Softwood Lumber Market Projection: 2025 first appeared on Madison’s Lumber Reporter.

A look back at the stories that got everyone talking in 2024

A look back at the stories that got everyone talking in 2024Jennifer…

U.S. Department of Commerce Remand Redetermination on Softwood Lumber Duties

In a 180 page explanation, the Commerce Dept has declared that there will be no change or recalculation of softwood lumber duties, as was ordered by the NAFTA panel in May 2024: Background details here: “The Panel orders Commerce to make a determination on remand consistent with the findings and instructions of this opinion. The […] The post U.S. Department of Commerce Remand Redetermination on Softwood Lumber Duties first appeared on Madison’s Lumber Reporter.

Kim Haakstad appointed president and CEO of COFI

Kim Haakstad appointed president and CEO of COFIJennifer Ellson The BC Council…

Snippet 10: What’s the succession plan?

Snippet 10: What’s the succession plan?Jennifer Ellson For years, the Canadian forest…

Lumber Prices and US Housing Starts Update: December 2024

US new-home construction fell in November as a drop in multifamily projects mitigated a rebound in starts of single-family houses. Since 1952 Madison’s Lumber Reporter has established itself as the most reliable source for North American lumber prices and industry news. We also know how to give you fresh insights into that data. Which is […] The post Lumber Prices and US Housing Starts Update: December 2024 first appeared on Madison’s Lumber Reporter.

Swedish company raises log prices significantly

The latest price increase for logs comes from the Central Sweden Forest…