Neutral

It's not only about what we build but also how we build it. At Neutral we believe in fully integrated and technology-backed real estate development processes. OpenSpace's technology helps us to align our #BIM (LOD 400) models with the built #Product quickly and accurately. Precision and tolerance management are key for prefabricated and componentized buildings - our partners at C.D. Smith Construction and binderholz group could not achieve the construction speeds without ambitious levels of digital integration.

Thank you Neutral and Nate H. for the opportunity! We are delighted and look forward to the discussion!

Join Our Free Webinar – April 2 at 1 PM CT Hosted by Neutral CEO Nate H. in conversation with Prachi Rampuria and Soham De, Co-founders of EcoResponsive Environments. Based on their new book EcoResponsive Environments, this session introduces a practical framework for designing masterplans rooted in natural systems. Featuring the Heath Park Masterplan as a case study, the webinar will explore how to apply systems thinking and ecological insight to real-world development—creating places that support both people and biodiversity.

“We put together this…tailored experience for our tenants that you can’t get in other places.” New episode of the podcast is out! Slava Rubin talked with Nate Helbach, the CEO and co-founder of Neutral about developing real estate focused on sustainability, health and wellness. Full episode here: https://lnkd.in/eDaChM7M

I am just getting back from New Zealand and grateful for the conversations, ideas, and energy at #DigiCom25. Thank you to the NZ Institute of Building team for the warm welcome and inviting me as the keynote speaker this year. I shared how we at Neutral are building differentiated living experiences. From Bakers Place, Madison’s first mass timber project, to Neutral.1005 North Edison will soon be the tallest mass timber building in the Northern Hemisphere and the world's largest Phius + Living Future certified building. I also presented how we’re using technology to streamline every phase of development—from design to investment—while aiming to make sustainable, high-performance housing more accessible. Our first project built using this productized development system is 517 W Main by Neutral in Madison. It’s designed for repeatability, built with CLT and cold-formed steel, and structured around a simple 12x12 planning grid. The goal: create a scalable solution for missing middle housing that balances quality, cost, and speed—without compromise. Looking forward to getting back to the work—finding new ways to deliver healthy living through thoughtful, sustainable design. #MassTimber #TechEnabledDevelopment #SustainableDesign #Neutral #DigiCom25 #NZIOB #MissingMiddleHousing #NewZealand #Auckland #Sustainability

Neutral 's first missing middle housing product prototype at 517 W Main Street in Madison, WI is taking shape. With all walls by C.D. Smith Construction and #masstimber decks by binderholz group being prefabricated we were able to erect one full floor in 4 business days. The entire aboveground superstructure for the 33-unit building will take 22 business days. The project will open in August 2025. We will be ready for scale! #sustainableconstruction #productization #industrializedconstruction #economiesofscale Developer: Neutral Designer: Douglas Harsevoort - Salahars Architect: Neutral Construction Management: Neutral Shell and Core - Supersub: C.D. Smith Construction MEP - Supersub: Dave Jones Demo and Earthwork - Supersub: Terra Engineering and Construction Scott Zimmerman Prefabricated Components: Bathsystem America Structural Engineer: Forefront Structural Engineers Civil: JT Engineering, Inc. Landscape: Shane Bernau Sustainability: dbHMS Energy Star: RunBrook Strategic Advisor: Jerker Lessing

Neutral is honored to be recognized by Fast Company as one of the World's Most Innovative Companies of 2025 for our pursuit of healthier, more sustainable living experiences.

In today's Letter from Neutral CEO, Nate H. takes you behind the scenes of creating one of our newest projects: 517 W Main St by Neutral in Madison, WI. We dive into our design approach, trade-offs we had to consider, and the progress to date. Project team: - Development & Capital Neutral (Nate H. Daniel Glaessl, AIA Daniel Ibric Fedor Novikov Storm Murphy Sarah Larson) - Architecture Neutral (Daniel Glaessl, AIA Yue Shao Avnish Flora Kadri Kaldam) - Design Consultant Sala Hars - Landscape Design Shane Bernau - Civil Engineering JT Engineering, Inc. ( Dylan Douglas, P.E. Seth Reardon ) - Geotechnical Terracon - Structural Engineering Forefront Structural Engineers (Josh Dortzbach, SE, PE John Pawlak Bodett ) - Earthworks Terra Engineering & Construction Corporation - Shell & Core Construction C.D. Smith Construction (Dane Bernau Brett Jerdee - MEPFP Design Builder Dave Jones - Sustainability Consultant dbHMS - Construction Management Neutral ( Scott Zimmerman Carson Hemphill ) - Interior Finishes Neutral (Don Williams) - Senior Financing First Business Bank Key suppliers - Mass Timber binderholz group - Plumbing fixtures Kohler Co. - Windows INTUS Windows - Cabinets Bathsystem America

📣📰🎉 Exciting News from Neutral.Edison in Milwaukee: Construction is officially underway! WHAT WE'RE WATCHING 🏗️🌊👀 | The first phase focuses on repairing the dock wall between the site and the Milwaukee River, setting the stage for the construction to come. WHY IT MATTERS 🌿👷🌲 | This marks the beginning of what will become the tallest mass timber residential building in the U.S., set to open in 2027. The 31-story mass timber hybrid structure is a commitment to financially responsible, sustainable living spaces for healthy lifestyles and vibrant communities in one of our most beloved cities. LOOKING AHEAD 💚🌎🤝 | The world will be watching as we transform Milwaukee's skyline and redefine sustainable building and living, together. LEARN MORE ⏱️🚀🔗 | You can follow along for construction milestones and news updates at cdsmith(dot)com/neutral-edison#news! Development: Neutral Architecture: Hartshorne Plunkard Architecture Amenity Design: Neutral Landscape: HDLA Construction: C.D. Smith Construction Earthworks: Terra Engineering & Construction Corporation Structural Engineering: Forefront Structural Engineers MEP Engineering and Sustainability: dbHMS Living Building Challenge: Living Future Passive House: Phius Energy Star: RunBrook Sustainability Accounting: BDO USA Civil Engineering: Spaceco Facade Engineering: Reflection Window + Wall Fire Engineering: Arup Mass Timber: Stora Enso WIEHAG Timber Construction GmbH Financing: Bank OZK Pearlmark #SustainableLiving #MassTimber #GreenBuilding #Milwaukee #UrbanDevelopment #EcoFriendly #SustainableConstruction #HealthyLiving #MultifamilyHousing #MilwaukeeWI #Wisconsin

Construction is officially underway at Neutral.Edison in Milwaukee! The first phase of the project will focus on repairing the dock wall between the site and the Milwaukee River. The future tallest mass timber residential building in the U.S. opening is on track for Spring 2027. Development: Neutral Architecture: Hartshorne Plunkard Architecture Amenity Design: Neutral Landscape: HDLA Construction: C.D. Smith Construction Earthworks: Terra Engineering & Construction Corporation Structural Engineering: Forefront Structural Engineers MEP Engineering and Sustainability: dbHMS Living Building Challenge: Living Future Passive House: Phius Energy Star: RunBrook Sustainability Accounting: BDO USA Civil Engineering: Spaceco Facade Engineering: Reflection Window + Wall Fire Engineering: Arup Mass Timber: Stora Enso WIEHAG Timber Construction GmbH Financing: Bank OZK Pearlmark