Timber design pioneers: tackling the sustainability challenge
In This Series
- Assessment of the durability and engineering properties of lesser-known hardwood timber species for use in marine and freshwater construction
- Avoiding landfill through effective wood waste disposal and a shift in product focus
- Bracing for non-domestic timber trussed rafter roofs
- Cross-laminated timber: an introduction
- Environmentally responsible construction: Community wood recycling
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Timber design pioneers explores how collaboration can drive innovation in design and construction.
Chapter 4, Tackling the sustainability challenge, features three very different and remarkable projects:
- Cowan Court, Churchill College
- Rievaulx Abbey Visitor Centre
- New Islington
Chapter 4 includes interviews with:
- Tom Emerson, 6a architects
- Adam Knaggs, SDC
- Stuart Allan, Simpson & Brown Architects
- Peter Hogg, Cowley Timber + Partners
- Darren Jones, shedkm
- Chris Shaw, Urban Splash
An inspiring aspect of this publication is the willingness of timber experts across the design team to learn from each other. The ability to recognise that the expertise of individuals in the project team can help to resolve some of the toughest technical problems has to be admired. Effective collaboration has enabled timber to reach its highest potential and that should be celebrated.
Suggested Reading
Durability trial of British softwoods attracts industry backing
In August 2014, the Wood Protection Association (WPA) commissioned Britain's largest ever durability trial of home-grown timber. WPA Director Steve Young explains the importance of this project to the UK timber industry and why those with an interest in growing the use of British softwoods are backing the project.
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Eliminating illegal timber
TRADA Technology's University Liaison Manager Elizabeth Turner discusses the impact EU Timber Regulation will have on timber specification and supply.
Article from the TRADA Timber Industry Yearbook 2012
01/01/2012 | Magazine Article
Field of dreams: 'If you build it they will come'
Paul Newman explores a new vision for housebuilding in the UK and the opportunities for timber offered by the Self-build and Custom Housebuilding Bill.
Article from the TRADA Timber Industry Yearbook 2015
01/01/2015 | Magazine Article
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