Katerra is known for its use of mass timber construction and its manufacture of mass timber products such as glued laminated timber and cross-laminated timber.[4][5] In support of this specialty, Katerra purchased MGA | Michael Green Architecture in 2018, the leading architectural firm in the field of tall wood buildings and mass timber construction.[6] In many of its projects, the company serves as an off-site manufacturer, architect, and on-site contractor.[7] It generally contracts directly with owners.[8]