About Us
About Us
Providing sustainable, resilient construction solutions. Tailored to satisfy needs of communities, businesses and, governments.
Who are we?
Who are we?
A Native American and Disabled Veteran-owned business focused on building practical solutions for real needs.
People support what they help to create.
Over
700+
Structures build
Over
50+
Years of Experience
Over
700+
Structures build
Over
50+
Years of Experience
We Build What You Need!
We Build What You Need!
Using our Applied Advanced Construction Technology (AACT)
From Smart Homes to Smart Cities, we build for affordability, security, and sustainability.
Residential Solutions
Sustainable + Secure + Disaster Resistent + Insurable = Affordable
Residential Solutions
Sustainable + Secure + Disaster Resistent + Insurable = Affordable
Residential Solutions
Sustainable + Secure + Disaster Resistent + Insurable = Affordable
Commercial Developments
Designs to attract tenants and draw traffic.
Commercial Developments
Designs to attract tenants and draw traffic.
Commercial Developments
Designs to attract tenants and draw traffic.
Custom Structures
We will complement your design team.
Custom Structures
We will complement your design team.
Custom Structures
We will complement your design team.
Why We’re Different
Why We’re Different
Why We’re Different
Flexible Technology
Our system adapts to your goals, timelines, and budgets.
Flexible Technology
Our system adapts to your goals, timelines, and budgets.
Flexible Technology
Our system adapts to your goals, timelines, and budgets.
Problem-Solving Focus
We work with your team to deliver faster, smarter, sustainable solutions
Problem-Solving Focus
We work with your team to deliver faster, smarter, sustainable solutions
Problem-Solving Focus
We work with your team to deliver faster, smarter, sustainable solutions
Our values
Our values
Our values
We serve
The people and their needs
We are
Innovative thinkers
We aspire
To create quality living environments
We work
With the community
We deliver
Sustainable and affordable structures
Rick Novak founded Worldwide Structures LLC, built on his own experiences as a builder, entrepreneur, artist, engineer, corporate executive and, community leader.
"Great buildings come from people who care about their communities"
Rick Novak founded Worldwide Structures LLC, built on his own experiences as a builder, entrepreneur, artist, engineer, corporate executive and, community leader.
"Great buildings come from people who care about their communities"
Rick Novak founded Worldwide Structures LLC, built on his own experiences as a builder, entrepreneur, artist, engineer, corporate executive and, community leader.
"Great buildings come from people who care about their communities"
Founder, Worldwide Structures LLC
Rick E. Novak
Rick carved this beautiful sculpture 50+ years ago.
Our History
Our History
Worldwide Structures LLC has a long-standing commitment to customer needs.
1975
A Mission Begins
Rick Novak and S. A. Carlsson joined forces to provide replacement homes for earthquake victims in Central America, laying the foundation for a lifelong commitment to resilient, community-focused construction.
1975
A Mission Begins
Rick Novak and S. A. Carlsson joined forces to provide replacement homes for earthquake victims in Central America, laying the foundation for a lifelong commitment to resilient, community-focused construction.
1975
A Mission Begins
Rick Novak and S. A. Carlsson joined forces to provide replacement homes for earthquake victims in Central America, laying the foundation for a lifelong commitment to resilient, community-focused construction.
1980s–1990s
Proving the Technology
Over 700 structures were built across the U.S. and overseas, including an 18-story Van de Graaff generator tower, employee housing in the Southwest, and homes in Guam that survived typhoons and earthquakes unscathed.
1980s–1990s
Proving the Technology
Over 700 structures were built across the U.S. and overseas, including an 18-story Van de Graaff generator tower, employee housing in the Southwest, and homes in Guam that survived typhoons and earthquakes unscathed.
1980s–1990s
Proving the Technology
Over 700 structures were built across the U.S. and overseas, including an 18-story Van de Graaff generator tower, employee housing in the Southwest, and homes in Guam that survived typhoons and earthquakes unscathed.
2000s–2010s
Adapting to New Challenges
As demand grew for energy-efficient, affordable housing, Rick Novak focused on evolving the system to address modern needs—from military housing overseas to low-income housing in the U.S. Their solution proved not only cost-effective but also energy-efficient, reducing energy usage by up to 90%.
2000s–2010s
Adapting to New Challenges
As demand grew for energy-efficient, affordable housing, Rick Novak focused on evolving the system to address modern needs—from military housing overseas to low-income housing in the U.S. Their solution proved not only cost-effective but also energy-efficient, reducing energy usage by up to 90%.
2000s–2010s
Adapting to New Challenges
As demand grew for energy-efficient, affordable housing, Rick Novak focused on evolving the system to address modern needs—from military housing overseas to low-income housing in the U.S. Their solution proved not only cost-effective but also energy-efficient, reducing energy usage by up to 90%.
2024-Present
Worldwide Structures LLC
Rick Novak reinvigorated the AACT legacy through Worldwide Structures LLC, applying this proven technology to address modern housing needs. As a Native American, Disabled Veteran-owned business, Worldwide Structures is dedicated to providing sustainable, resilient solutions that empower low-and moderate-income communities, support disaster recovery efforts, and serve military use cases.
2024-Present
Worldwide Structures LLC
Rick Novak reinvigorated the AACT legacy through Worldwide Structures LLC, applying this proven technology to address modern housing needs. As a Native American, Disabled Veteran-owned business, Worldwide Structures is dedicated to providing sustainable, resilient solutions that empower low-and moderate-income communities, support disaster recovery efforts, and serve military use cases.
2024-Present
Worldwide Structures LLC
Rick Novak reinvigorated the AACT legacy through Worldwide Structures LLC, applying this proven technology to address modern housing needs. As a Native American, Disabled Veteran-owned business, Worldwide Structures is dedicated to providing sustainable, resilient solutions that empower low-and moderate-income communities, support disaster recovery efforts, and serve military use cases.
Our Team
Our Team
Our people make the difference, building structures and opportunities that stand the test of time.
Richard E. Novak
Founder and Chief Executive Officer
rick@worldwidestructuresllc.com
Richard E. Novak
Founder and Chief Executive Officer
rick@worldwidestructuresllc.com
Richard E. Novak
Founder and Chief Executive Officer
rick@worldwidestructuresllc.com
Chuck Nuzum
Chief Financial Officer
chuck@worldwidestructuresllc.com
Chuck Nuzum
Chief Financial Officer
chuck@worldwidestructuresllc.com
Chuck Nuzum
Chief Financial Officer
chuck@worldwidestructuresllc.com
Craig Novak
President
craig@worldwidestructuresllc.com
Craig Novak
President
craig@worldwidestructuresllc.com
Craig Novak
President
craig@worldwidestructuresllc.com
Jim Wong
Advisor & Board Member
richard@worldwidestructuresllc.com
Jim Wong
Advisor & Board Member
richard@worldwidestructuresllc.com
Jim Wong
Advisor & Board Member
richard@worldwidestructuresllc.com
Elizabeth Pearce
Advisor
email@worldwidestructuresllc.com
Elizabeth Pearce
Advisor
email@worldwidestructuresllc.com
Elizabeth Pearce
Advisor
email@worldwidestructuresllc.com
Jim Neubauer
Advisor
jdjneubauer@comcast.net
Jim Neubauer
Advisor
jdjneubauer@comcast.net
Jim Neubauer
Advisor
jdjneubauer@comcast.net
Steve Coyle
Advisor
steve@town-green.com
Steve Coyle
Advisor
steve@town-green.com
Steve Coyle
Advisor
steve@town-green.com
Shannon Lackey
Advisor
Shannon.j.lackey@gmail.com
Shannon Lackey
Advisor
Shannon.j.lackey@gmail.com
Shannon Lackey
Advisor
Shannon.j.lackey@gmail.com
Stephanie brown
Advisor
sbrown@therosienetwork.org
Stephanie brown
Advisor
sbrown@therosienetwork.org
Stephanie brown
Advisor
sbrown@therosienetwork.org
Steve Spriggs
Advisor
stevenbspriggs@gmail.com
Steve Spriggs
Advisor
stevenbspriggs@gmail.com
Steve Spriggs
Advisor
stevenbspriggs@gmail.com
John Beldock
Advisor
johnbeldock@ecobroker.com
John Beldock
Advisor
johnbeldock@ecobroker.com
John Beldock
Advisor
johnbeldock@ecobroker.com
Maurice D. Wilson
Advisor
maurice@nvtsi.org
Maurice D. Wilson
Advisor
maurice@nvtsi.org
Maurice D. Wilson
Advisor
maurice@nvtsi.org
Noa Catharina
Advisor
noa@scalarcloud.co
Noa Catharina
Advisor
noa@scalarcloud.co
Noa Catharina
Advisor
noa@scalarcloud.co
Frequently Asked Questions
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What types of buildings do you construct?
How does Worldwide Structures support its partners?
What are the benefits of partnering with Worldwide Structures?
How do we get started as a strategic partner?
Who can become a strategic partner?
How do I become a licensee?
What types of projects do you support?
What types of buildings do you construct?
How does Worldwide Structures support its partners?
What are the benefits of partnering with Worldwide Structures?
How do we get started as a strategic partner?
Who can become a strategic partner?
How do I become a licensee?
What types of projects do you support?
What types of buildings do you construct?
How does Worldwide Structures support its partners?
What are the benefits of partnering with Worldwide Structures?
How do we get started as a strategic partner?
We Partner With You!
We Partner With You!
We Partner With You!
Whether you’re a licensee, city planner, or commercial developer, our technology equips you to build cost-effective, and scalable properties.
Whether you’re a licensee, city planner, or commercial developer, our technology equips you to build cost-effective, and scalable properties.
Whether you’re a licensee, city planner, or commercial developer, our technology equips you to build cost-effective, and scalable properties.
Let’s build better together.
Let’s build better together.
Let’s build better together.
Built in 1/8 the time of traditional methods
Built in 1/8 the time of traditional methods
Built in 1/8 the time of traditional methods
Fast delivery for construction needs
Fast delivery for construction needs
Fast delivery for construction needs
Suitable for harsh climates
Suitable for harsh climates
Suitable for harsh climates
Minimal labor requirements
Minimal labor requirements
Minimal labor requirements