In today’s fast-paced construction industry, efficiency and quality are essential to delivering outstanding results. For SOHO Living, a leading townhouse builder and developer, navigating the challenges of modern construction requires innovative solutions and strong partnerships. Central to their success has been MiTek’s Posi-Strut flooring systems, which have brought significant benefits to their projects.
Tamer Cosar, General Manager of Construction at SOHO Living, has seen firsthand how the right materials and methods can make a difference in delivering medium-density housing. “Over the years, we’ve shifted from standalone homes to predominantly townhouses,” Tamer explains. “This change has required us to rethink our approach, especially when it comes to density, room constraints and trade efficiency. Posi-Strut has proven to be a great fit for the type of projects we do.”
Beyond the office, the trades on site have also felt the impact of Posi-Strut. Brayden Sicily, a carpenter with a decade of experience, appreciates how Posi-Strut streamlines his work. “Posi-Strut just makes our job easier,” Brayden shares. “It comes to site pre-cut, ready to go — no extra measuring or cutting. We just measure the markings and install, which saves us so much time.”
Brayden also values the stability of Posi-Strut. “They’re sturdier because of the 90×45 plates, so they don’t roll over like traditional I-joists. It makes laying flooring safer and faster, and there’s no worry about the joists moving once they’re installed properly,” he explains. “I actually prefer taking jobs with Posi-Strut because I know it’ll be quicker and there’s less hassle.”
From a plumber’s perspective, Brad Merryweather sees similar benefits. “Posi-Strut adds value through efficiencies,” Brad notes. “With the open web design, we can run all our water, gas and sanitary services quickly without having to drill holes. It saves us so much time and keeps everything neat.”
For Brad, the practicality of Posi-Strut goes beyond installation. “It’s easier to achieve the right fall for sanitary stacks to meet Australian standards. That open design makes a real difference,” he adds. “We’d much rather work with Posi-Strut than I-joists because it just makes our job easier.”
Kane Ross, Estimating Manager at SOHO Living, echoes these sentiments. With his carpentry background, he recognises how Posi-Strut’s thoughtful design benefits all trades on site. “Plumbers and electricians don’t have to struggle with drilling or cutting through joists—they can run services quickly and neatly. In townhouse builds where space and time are at a premium, that’s critical,” Kane shares.
In an industry where labour shortages and tight timelines are common, practical efficiencies like these allow SOHO Living to stay on track. Tamer highlights how Posi-Strut helps streamline build times by reducing the need for extra steps like packing out steel beams or adding unnecessary blocks. “It’s lighter, easier to handle and lets us focus on moving the project forward efficiently,” he says.
Through a collaborative partnership with Peuker & Alexander and SOHO Living, MiTek has been instrumental in delivering effective solutions. “MiTek doesn’t just provide a product — they work closely with us to understand and meet our needs,” Tamer shares. “Their support in optimising Posi-Struts for our builds has helped us achieve our goals efficiently and seamlessly.”
This alignment across all three partners highlights a shared commitment to delivering better outcomes in construction. By combining innovative solutions with practical support, MiTek ensures that products like Posi-Strut bring real-world benefits to builders and trades alike.
Looking ahead, Tamer sees Posi-Strut as an ongoing part of SOHO Living’s approach. “For us, it’s about building smarter and more efficiently, while maintaining the quality homeowners expect. Posi-Strut has helped us do that, and I don’t see us moving away from it.”
MiTek is proud to share SOHO Living’s success story as a testament to the tangible benefits of Posi-Strut flooring systems. By focusing on innovative solutions and customer collaboration, MiTek helps builders like SOHO Living rise to the challenges of modern construction and deliver outstanding outcomes for their teams and clients.