Description
Book SynopsisCross-laminated timber (CLT) has long been heralded as a wonder material, with a light environmental footprint, high strength, quick installation times and reduced waste – so why isn’t everyone using it?
Delving into the key considerations including fire safety, cost and value, visual aspects, planning, feasibility and engineering, this book is an essential companion to designing and delivering exemplar CLT buildings. Abundantly illustrated with over 130 colour images and in-depth case studies from around the world, it will help the entire project team - whether design team, constructor or clients - to better understand and build using a truly modern method of construction.
- Outlines key challenges as well as benefits of CLT, including quality, cost and environmental benefits, risk reduction and health and safety benefits
- Presents lessons learnt to aid the development process, from the earliest stages of design to production and assembly
- Accessible, easy-to-read handbook format allows you to dip in and out, investigating issues as necessary
- Multidisciplinary in approach with contributions from a range of practitioners
Table of ContentsIntroduction
1. Manufacturing
2. Application and use
3. Context
4. Feasibility
5. Visual aspects
6. Costs and value
7. Planning
8. Design and procurement
9. Engineering aspects
10. Refurbished structures
11. Safety
12. Buildability
13. The North American experience
14. The Australian experience
15. Flexibility and use
16. Client Issues
17. Conclusion
Case studies:
Hausgables, Atlanta
The Seed House, Sydney
Cambridge Central Mosque, Cambridge
The Harriss Academy School, Sutton
Republic, Tower Hamlets
Dyson Institute of Engineering and Technology, Malmesbury
The Fitzroy, Falmouth
Carbon12, Portland
Fenner Hall student residences, Canberra
Ermine Street Church Academy School, Huntingdon
Orsman Road, London
Triodos Bank, Zeist
