We recently hosted a new NeutraløWebinar featuring our CEO, Nate H., and ElevateOS (formerly Elevated Living) CEO, Konrad Koczwara. During their discussion, they explored how our partnership with ElevateOS (formerly Elevated Living) enhances our residential communities by delivering hotel-caliber hospitality experiences to our residents. Tune in to learn more:
Neutral
Real Estate
Madison/Milwaukee , Wisconsin 2,856 followers
A regenerative real estate development company.
About us
Neutral is a regenerative development company that crafts financially responsible, sustainable living spaces that foster healthy lifestyles and friendly neighborhoods. At Neutral, we are redefining sustainable living through innovation.
- Website
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https://www.neutral.us/
External link for Neutral
- Industry
- Real Estate
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Madison/Milwaukee , Wisconsin
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2020
Locations
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Primary
Madison/Milwaukee , Wisconsin, US
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San Jose Ave
San Jose, California, US
Employees at Neutral
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Ernest Brown
Project Neutral® and Technology Investor
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Tyler Warner
Director of Investments at The Neutral Project, LLC
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Jonatan Schumacher
Technology @ Neutral
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Sabir Saleem CA, CPA
CEO at Sagelight Accounting | Real Estate Fund & PE Accounting Expert | Back-Office Solutions | 17+ Years | 112+ Happy Clients
Updates
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We're thrilled to announce that our founder and CEO will speak at Cecobois – Centre d'expertise sur la construction commerciale en bois's mass timber residential building seminar in Montreal, Canada! Nate H. will share insights on sustainable urban development through mass timber construction, discuss our innovative approach to tall wooden buildings, and explore the future of sustainable residential construction. We are excited to have Nate speak on Wednesday, November 27th, about: (1) The business case for mass timber (2) Project cost management strategies (3) Mass Timber Insurance considerations (4) Real-world project experiences This event brings together developers, architects, engineers, and wood construction professionals across Quebec. We're looking forward to connecting with the Montreal construction community and sharing our vision for sustainable urban development. #MassTimber #SustainableConstruction #WoodConstruction #Montreal #Cecobois #SustainableArchitecture
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My recent conversation with Daryl Patterson, the former CPO of Lendlease, was fascinating. Through his work on the Lendlease tool named Podium, Daryl shares valuable insights on unifying traditionally fragmented construction workflows. We discuss new design-build delivery methods using an industrial construction framework. For those interested in construction's technological future, this conversation illuminates the practical pathways toward digital transformation. Check out the latest episode of NeutraløPodcast at the link in the comments. #ConstructionTech #Innovation #Sustainability #MassTimber #DigitalTransformation
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Join Nate H. on Friday, November 22nd at 1 pm CT for an insightful conversation with Konrad Koczwara, founder and CEO of ElevateOS (formerly Elevated Living). From entering real estate with zero industry experience to building the leading resident experience software platform, Konrad's journey is a masterclass in innovation and execution. Key insights we'll explore: (1) Transforming multifamily properties into hotel-like experiences, (2) Creating new revenue streams through tech integration, (3) Boosting NOI with resident-first strategies; and (4) Building thriving communities through neighborhood integration and tenant connection. This NeutraløWebinar is a great opportunity for PropTech leaders, real estate investors, and property managers to learn more about improving their resident experience.
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The insurance landscape for mass timber construction has evolved significantly over the last few years. Neutral has recently contributed to WoodWorks's new Mass Timber Insurance Playbook (MTIP) adopted for the United States. This comprehensive framework, developed through collaboration between insurance carriers, developers, and industry experts, addresses a critical market need. Mass timber creates distinct insurance considerations for owners, particularly its combustible and hygroscopic nature. While the material's natural charring process provides inherent fire protection, limited loss history data leads insurers to take conservative underwriting approaches. This reality necessitates enhanced safety protocols not typically required for non-combustible construction: comprehensive moisture management plans, heightened site security measures during construction, and navigation of varying building codes that can affect coverage terms. The success of mass timber projects hinges on early planning and strategic risk management. Insurance carriers require detailed documentation 8-10 months before construction, including moisture management protocols, site security measures, and construction sequencing. Major carriers like Zurich Insurance have developed standardized approaches, now adopted by CNA Insurance, Chubb, and AXA XL for quota-share arrangements, streamlining the process for experienced development teams. You can find the new MTIP at the link in the description below, with a summary of the MTIP on our website. #MassTimber #Construction #RiskManagement #Insurance #CommercialRealEstate #Development
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We are excited to announce that Nate H. will be giving two presentations at the Mass Timber + Greenbuild International Conference & Expo in Philadelphia: Two Phius Case Studies (with Christoph Stump AIA, LEED AP from Trinity Financial, Inc.) Mass Timber Insurance (with Sheldon Oppermann from Timber + Partners) Please reach out if you'd like to connect with Nate at the conference. We look forward to seeing our collaborators there!
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I'm excited to share my latest article for Culture Critic, which explores how Frank Lloyd Wright revolutionized American architecture through his Wisconsin roots! While researching Wright's journey, I was captivated by how his early years in Wisconsin's Driftless Area shaped his revolutionary "organic architecture" philosophy. From working on his uncle's farm in Helena Valley to creating his masterpiece at Taliesin, Wright's vision was profoundly influenced by our state's natural rhythms and forms. His breakthrough was seeing buildings not as impositions on the landscape but as organic outgrowths of the natural world. The article traces his evolution through iconic Wisconsin works: (1) Taliesin Estate - His laboratory for organic architecture, rebuilt three times from devastating fires (2) SC Johnson Building - Revolutionary workplace design merging form and function (3) Monona Terrace - His "dream civic center" was finally realized in 1997, connecting Madison's Capitol to Lake Monona What fascinated me most was learning how Wright transformed American architecture by rejecting his era's confined "box-like" spaces in favor of flowing, open designs that embraced their surroundings. His famous words still resonate today: "Form and function should be one, joined in a spiritual union." Read the full story at the Neutral blog (in the comments below) to explore how Wright's Wisconsin-born principles continue shaping environmentally responsive architecture on Earth. Taliesin aglow at night. Photo: Lynn Hill 2023
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Tune into the latest episode of the Neutral Podcast with Josh Dortzbach, SE, PE as our guest.
I had an incredible conversation with Josh Dortzbach on the latest episode of the Neutral Podcast. As the Founder and CEO of Forefront Structural Engineers, Josh Dortzbach, SE, PE, is revolutionizing how we think about sustainable construction and mass timber engineering. Our discussion dove deep into adaptive reuse and mass timber engineering - two areas where Josh and his team push the limits of engineering. What struck me most was his philosophy and approach to a more vertically integrated engineering process - essential for innovation and progress in our industry. Josh also shared insights about TMBR, a new venture in which he is a partner. It's exciting to see how he's translating his vision of sustainable engineering into actionable solutions. Tune in to hear our entire conversation about the future of structural engineering, where tradition meets innovation. Link in the comments below: #NeutralPodcast #Engineering #Sustainability #Construction #Innovation #RealEstate
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We are excited to announce that Neutral Workshop is #hiring for multiple positions, including a workshop lead and two workshop carpenters. Neutral Workshop was established to augment Neutral's projects with handcrafted elements that honor the century-old craftsmanship traditions of the cities we build in. Our innovative approach allows us to combine the benefits of industrialized construction with the beauty of handcrafted design. Through this methodology, we maintain speed of delivery and cost-effectiveness while integrating meticulously designed, sustainably built, bespoke interior fit-out components into our projects. These carefully curated elements infuse each space with a human touch, ensuring our buildings never feel soulless or impersonal. Our work draws inspiration from the timeless grandeur of neo-classical architecture, as seen in the great cities of Europe. We seek talented individuals who share our passion for craftsmanship and vision for creating exceptional spaces. If you know anyone who might be interested in joining our team, please contact us directly or email alexa@neutral.us.