Of the main structural material choices for buildings, wood is the only option that can be sustainably sourced and that can also store rather than emit carbon. Collaborative design processes bring designers, builders, and manufacturers together in a scenario that can more closely control the sourcing, waste, and embodied carbon emissions of a building. Products sourced from rural areas and erected largely in urban centers bridge the urban/rural divide. When sustainably harvested, mass timber products are widely supported and endorsed in diverse communities. Building practices that minimize waste, such as modular mass timber and prefabricated components, are often also associated with improved and more diverse working conditions, contributing to equity and social sustainability of communities. Sustainably sourced wood does not necessarily come at a premium, but sources should be vetted before purchase to be compatible with project and industry carbon goals.