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One of the Mass Timber Demonstration Program projects, Marpole Community Centre, has broken ground and is set to complete in 2026. This low–carbon, high–performance facility, is set to meet Passive House certification, targets LEED Gold, and a 40 per cent reduction in embodied carbon below the 2018 baseline to comply with the City of Vancouver’s mandate. Learn more about the project: https://lnkd.in/echzavuP #MTDP #MassTimber #CommunityCentre

It is exciting to see this bold design come to life! The honeycomb-shaped exterior is an expression of the Hive's unique perimeter-braced seismic system. Visit our website to see a timelapse of the construction: https://lnkd.in/g6_54253 

The Embodied Carbon Pathfinder is a free web app for experimenting with design variables and life cycle assessments (LCA). Originally the tool offered results for three typical multi-family building types in British Columbia. It has now expanded to the the Greater Toronto and Hamilton area, to include five more typologies. Check out the tool below! Athena Sustainable Materials Institute #DesignTool #EmbodiedCarbon #GTA #BC #LCA

Vienna House showcases mass timber as a solution to help alleviate the current shortage of affordable housing. This seven-storey, residential building will have 123 units ranging from studios to four bedrooms, accommodating a demographically diverse range of residents including low-income families, seniors and people with disabilities. It is designed as a mass timber and light-frame wood hybrid structure, making it an efficient and replicable typology. The main structural building system includes cross-laminated timber (CLT) roof and floors and light-frame wood closed envelope panels. Learn more about the project: https://lnkd.in/gsWAMZRY More Than a Roof Housing Society Public Architecture BC Housing WHM Structural Engineers Kindred Construction Ltd. Introba Timelapse credit: Multivista Photo credit: Wade Comer #MTDP #MassTimber #DemonstrationProject #AffordableHousing #ViennaHouse #VancouverHouse #BCEnergyStepCode #CMHC #HighPerformanceBuilding #PassiveHouse #LCA #BIM

naturallywood.com is your go to source for all things British Columbia forests and forest products. This comprehensive website features over 203 wood projects, 130 blogs and resources, and a directory of 356 B.C. wood suppliers. To enhance your experience, we have refreshed our website, making it more accessible and easier to navigate. We have also improved the integration between naturallywood.com and the B.C. Wood Supplier Directory, so you can quickly find the resources and suppliers you need, all in one place. Browse our site: https://lnkd.in/ddC5psrM

Exploring "Biophilic design with wood in British Columbia" by Bill Browning 🌲 We are excited to announce the release of a new publication by Bill Browning of Terrapin Bright Green: "Biophilic design with wood in British Columbia." This insightful exploration delves into how wood is used to create connections between people and nature in the architectural landscape of British Columbia (B.C.). What is Biophilia? 🤔 Biophilia is our innate affinity for nature—a phenomenon supported by research showing that natural elements can positively impact our physiology and psychology. Evidence suggests that incorporating biophilic design strategies, like integrating natural views or elements, can reduce stress, enhance cognitive function, elevate mood, and increase preference for spaces. For example, studies have shown that hospital patients with views of nature experience better healing outcomes. Wood and biophilic design 🌳 Throughout history, wood has been a central material in construction, cherished for its natural qualities. In B.C., wood has played a vital role in traditional architecture, from the conical pit houses of the First Nations interior to the grand longhouses of the coastal regions, constructed with western red cedar. These traditional uses of wood continue to inspire contemporary designs. In this publication, Bill Browning: · Examines B.C.’s rich history and cultural ties to wood as a building material. · Defines the 15 patterns of biophilic design, focusing on how wood effectively embodies eight of these patterns. · Provides case studies showcasing how wood contributes to biophilic design. · Offers key considerations for integrating wood into biophilic buildings to enhance well-being and productivity. By bringing the benefits of nature indoors through wood, biophilic design not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of spaces but also promotes mental and physical health. Discover more in the full publication: https://lnkd.in/gBQNshYD Terrapin Bright Green Bill Browning David Fell #BiophilicDesign #WoodArchitecture #SustainableDesign #BillBrowning #TerrapinBrightGreen #BritishColumbia #NatureInspired #ArchitecturalDesign #Wellbeing Photo credits: 1. Photo courtesy of Terrapin Bright Green 2. Yaletown office | Photo courtesy of Leckie Studio Architecture + Design 3. Squamish Lil’Wat Cultural Centre | Photo credit: Michael Bednar 3. UBC Forest Sciences Centre | Photo credit: Don Erhardt 5. Richmond Olympic Oval | Photo credit: KK Law

The Global Buyers Mission (GBM) is the largest and most important wood show for international buyers and Canadian sellers of value-added wood products. As BC Wood’s premier business development activity, the GBM helps value-added manufacturers connect with hundreds of qualified international buyers and specifiers of wood products. This year, naturally:wood is sharing our booth with our friends at WoodWorks BC. Find us at booths 42+51 on Friday September 6th for the tradeshow! Get more information on GBM 2024: https://lnkd.in/g2ciJ7sA #GBM #Tradeshow #Event #WhistlerBC BC Wood Canadian Wood Council

Castlegar’s new community hub, the Confluence, has opened its doors! Celebrating its grand opening on August 23, this Passive House-certified structure stands as a true testament to the advancements in mass timber construction technology made in B.C. A project supported by the Mass Timber Demonstration Program (MTDP), The Confluence features prefabricated cross-laminated timber (CLT) panels sourced from a local manufacturer situated just 17 kilometers from the construction site. The use of mass timber reduced labour costs and construction time, while helping achieve the Passive House certification. The incorporation of CNC-fabricated prefabricated panels was also crucial in achieving the building’s sophisticated geometry and cost-effectiveness. As a recipient of a CleanBC grant, The Confluence is set to achieve an estimated 85 per cent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, highlighting its commitment to environmental sustainability. Learn more about The Confluence: https://lnkd.in/gH6FtQph Castlegar & District Chamber of Commerce Lukas Armstrong Stand Architecture Inc. WSA Engineering Ltd., WSA Ventures Ltd. Rendek & Associates Kalesnikoff #MTDP #BuildingWithWood #WoodArchitecture #Sustainability #PassiveHouse Photo credit: Matthew Bolt Photography

Version 2.0 of the Nail-Laminated Timber Canadian Design and Construction Guide is now available!   The updated guide, originally published in 2017, continues to support excellence in nail-laminated timber (NLT) design and construction across Canada.   What’s new in version 2.0: -Building codes: Incorporating the latest revisions to the National Building Code of Canada (NBC). -Best practices: Including evolved techniques and knowledge. -Market feedback: Addressing insights and suggestions from industry professionals. -Tall timber construction provisions: Adding new guidelines for high-rise timber structures, known as Encapsulated Mass Timber Construction (EMTC). -Design and manufacturing standards: Updating to reflect the latest industry standards according to CSA O125 and CSA O86. -Guidance for NLT in walls: Providing more detailed recommendations for wall applications.   Co-edited by Rebecca Holt, M.Urb at hcma and Carla Dickof at Fast + Epp, with contributions from over 10 expert practitioners committed to advancing mass timber construction, this guide offers practical strategies and advice for the safe, efficient, and cost-effective use of NLT in roofs, floors, and walls. It supplements traditional wood design and construction practices with real-world examples and current industry insights.   Get your free copy: https://lnkd.in/gS_3kGnf Forestry Innovation Investment Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) Co-Editors: Rebecca Holt, M.Urb, hcma Carla Dickof, Fast + Epp Contributors: hcma Fast + Epp StructureCraft F3 Timber Technologies RDH Building Science GHL Consultants Ltd RWDI Naikoon The University of British Columbia Department of Wood Science Featured: Perkins&Will FPInnovations Canadian Wood Council Diamond Schmitt Leckie Studio Architecture + Design Inc. Bohlin Cywinski Jackson HDR Proscenium Architecture + Interiors Inc. PUBLIC Architecture Lubor Trubka Associates Architects Faction Projects Inc. James KM Cheng Architects  

Building Information Modeling (BIM) has become so fundamental to building design that it does not get the recognition it used to. Mass timber projects require more communication among all the disciplines early in the design phase compared to other project types, and BIM is the ultimate facilitator. For The Exchange project in Kelowna, a Mass Timber Demonstration Project, the high quality of the BIM images allowed the entire team to see and discuss how the structure and the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems integrated. This helped to evaluate constructability, logistics, and pricing. Visit www.naturallywood.com to learn more about The Exchange, BIM, and the Mass Timber Demonstration Program. Faction Projects Inc. City of Kelowna #MTDP #BIM #BuildingWithWood #BuildingTechnology #Architecture #MassTimber #MEP