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UKTFA is spreading its off-site message among councils and developers |
Timber frame industry welcomes government housing boost
Published: 02 July, 2009
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The house in County Louth |
I-joists help achieve super low U-values
BCI joists from Boise Cascade have been chosen to form the walls and roof construction of a house in Ireland designed to meet the PassivHaus standard.
Published: 25 June, 2009
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The American, British and European partners from Titan Wood and Coillte Panel Products at the new Clonmel facility |
Modified Medite panels could be launched in 2-3 years
Modified MDF panels could be brought to market within two to three years, according to Coillte Panel Products and Titan Wood
Published: 19 June, 2009
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The new passenger facilities |
Glulam's Lime Street debut
Published: 12 June, 2009
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The Renewable House |
Future housing concepts provide Insite
Published: 02 June, 2009
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Masonite joists being used in a floor cassette |
Masonite signs deal with Bellway for I-Joists
Published: 29 May, 2009
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The home page of Finnforest’s new website |
Finnforest aids specification with new website
Published: 29 May, 2009
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The interior of the new M&S Store Andrew Lee Photographer |
First M&S “green” store uses Medite MDF
Published: 15 May, 2009
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The entrance pavilion features Kerto LVL |
Kerto makes Grand entrance
An entrance pavilion at the Medway Campus of Mid-Kent College has been constructed from Finnforest’s Kerto laminated veneer lumber (LVL).
Published: 15 May, 2009
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Pictured with the Ty Unnos exhibition house during construction are (from left) David Jenkins and Michele Jones from Coed Cymru, Rob Thomas from The Welsh School of Architecture and Kenton Jones from Kenton Jones Ltd |
Welsh build system in Washington DC
Published: 08 May, 2009
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The award-winning pavilion at night |
LVL pavilion wins architectural prize
A laminated veneer lumber (LVL) pavilion constructed in the German spa town of Bad Hersfeld has been awarded the Hesse Architectural Prize.
Published: 06 May, 2009
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Panels being lifted into position |
School uses TRADIS panels
The TRADIS closed panel timber-based wall and roof system featuring Masonite engineered wood products has been used at East Lothian Council's new £9.6m Sanderson Wynd Primary School at Tranent.
Published: 30 April, 2009
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The timber-frame core of the building went up in four days |
Time saving lessons from Eleco
Eleco Timber Frame’s ElecoFrame System has helped main contractor Seamans Building reduce its build time by three weeks in the design and build of a new pre-school building for Mellis School in Suffolk.
Published: 21 April, 2009
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Accoya doors and windows |
Accoya widens species base in UK
Titan Wood, the company behind leading modified wood brand Accoya hopes to be using additional timber species for its modification process during 2009.
Published: 21 April, 2009
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Sawn Accoya |
BSW pulls out of Accoya
A change in commercial focus and the strength of the euro are behind BSW Timber’s announcement that it will stop the import and distribution of leading modified wood brand Accoya from May 1.
Published: 16 April, 2009
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The Academy will use 3,000m3 of cross-laminated timber panels |
Cross-laminated timber school under way
Work has started on what will be the UK’s biggest building in structural cross-laminated timber panels.
Published: 09 April, 2009
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The cedar clad lifeboat station |
John Brash supplies cladding for new lifeboat station
John Brash has supplied its western red cedar cladding for the new Exmouth Lifeboat Station, owned by the Royal National Lifeboats Institution (RNLI).
Published: 01 April, 2009
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Kingdom’s new factory |
New roof truss fabricator launches
A new Scottish roof truss and engi-neered floors business has launched with a strong order book from various customers throughout Scotland.
Published: 01 April, 2009
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Accoya-framed windows at the £1m Lewes property
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Accoya furthers its market in the UK
Accoya, the modified wood product supplied exclusively to the UK by BSW Timber, has continued its market development with two projects in the south.
Published: 26 March, 2009
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Brownlie: 53 years at BSW |
BSW chairman retires
Sandy Brownlie has retired as chairman of Britain’s biggest sawmiller BSW Timber.
Published: 25 March, 2009
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Ecobuild was busier than ever |
Ecobuild beats all records
Ecobuild brought plenty of cheer to the otherwise gloomy construction sector earlier this month when a record 34,000 visitors (up from 26,000 in 2008) flocked to London’s Earls Court to check out the 800 or so exhibitors – itself a record number (up from 500 last year).
Published: 19 March, 2009
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An artist's impression of the SIPs-based houses. |
Greening Wales
Work will start in April on sixteen energy-efficient homes at St Athan in South Wales using timber-based structural insulated panels.
Published: 13 March, 2009
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JJI-Joists in the feature roof at the Drogheda creche |
High speed creche
James Jones & Sons JJI-Joists have been used to create a mono pitch roof for a new creche in Drogheda, Ireland.
Published: 13 March, 2009
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Lowfield Timber Frame’s managing director, Mark Phillips with his new SIP division manager, Garry Dyke |
Lowfield opens SIP division
Shropshire timber frame manufacturer Lowfield Timber Frames (LTF) has branched out into structural insulated panels (SIPs) in a new partnership with Kingspan.
Published: 11 March, 2009
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The New Shetland Museum and Archives |
Wood Awards 2009 open for entries
The organisers of the Wood Awards 2009 are hoping for a record haul of entries for this year's competition.
Published: 06 March, 2009
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The St John Fisher School |
Cross laminated panel milestones for UK
The UK’s biggest solid timber panel school building has been officially opened and an even bigger education development in the material will start construction in the next few months.
Published: 06 March, 2009
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Ray Curran |
Training makes sense
Ray Curran, UKTFA education and training manager, reports an increase in candidates on its training programmes
Published: 03 March, 2009
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Timber sector backs Get Britain Buiding
The UK Timber Frame Association (UK Timber Frame Association) and Timber Trade Federation (TTF) are strongly supporting the Get Britain Building Campaign.
Published: 11 February, 2009
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Timber in contemporary architecture will be among the topics at the Building with Wood conference |
Devon conference promotes local wood use
Architects and builders are to be shown the benefits of wood construction at a Devon conference designed to promote the use of local wood.
Published: 30 January, 2009
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New UKTFA chairman Geoff Arnold is looking forward with confidence |
UK Timber Frame Association enters new phase
New chairman of the UK Timber Frame Association Geoff Arnold says the organisation is entering a new phase of promoting the benefits of the build method, despite the current downturn affecting the construction industry.
Published: 30 January, 2009
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The five-storey timber car park design |
Car park highlights Setra's ambitions
Setra is continuing to focus resources on construction of high rise timber frame buildings, with the erection of Sweden’s first timber multi-storey car park.
Published: 23 January, 2009
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Alison Brooks will speak at TRADA’s conference |
Top architect to speak at TRADA conference
Award-winning architect Alison Brooks has been named as the keynote speaker for TRADA’s In Touch with Timber conference in May.
Published: 23 January, 2009
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Timber frame tour
A fact-finding trip to Germany has provided the UK timber frame industry with ideas for its future.
Published: 23 January, 2009
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Glulam features prominently in Tesco’s new eco-store |
Tesco opens glulam store
A glulam frame is at the heart of a new Manchester supermarket which Tesco claims is the UK’s most energy efficient store.
Published: 16 January, 2009
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Stuart McKill |
RK and Pasquill merged
RK Timber Engineering has been merged into Pasquill Roof Trusses in order to strengthening the roof truss manufacturer’s market position and provide a more extensive service to customers.
Published: 15 January, 2009
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Interest in Ecobuild+Futurebuild is growing |
Timber interest in Ecobuild grows
Timber companies are swelling the numbers of exhibitors at Ecobuild + Futurebuild 2009
Published: 18 December, 2008
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Bexwyke Lodge is the largest educational building of its type to be built in the UK |
Timber firsts for Manchester Grammar
A giant glulam frame is the basis of what is claimed to be the largest educational development built using an interlocking log build system
Published: 18 December, 2008
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Dr Hugh Mansfield-Williams |
TRADA awards £75K for anniversary research
TRADA is celebrating its 75th anniversary by awarding the winners of its research competition with a share of £75,000
Published: 16 December, 2008
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Wolseley’s Sustainable Building Center |
Wolseley's SBC scoops top green award
Wolseley’s Sustainable Building Center beat off stiff competition to pick up the top prize for environmental excellence
Published: 10 December, 2008
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The interior of BDO Stoy Haward's new London office |
Medite Premier stars in carbon neutral fit-out
When BDO Stoy Haward decided to relocate all its London employees under one roof, it wanted a design interior that matched its values, hence its choice of Medite Premier for its carbon neutral fit-out
Published: 10 December, 2008
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Streif's offsite manufactured closed timber panel system in action |
Streif gains BM TRADA Q-Mark
Streif is claiming a UK first for its offsite manufactured closed panel system
Published: 05 December, 2008
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One of the new lodges on The Ramshorn Estate |
Timber provides luxury lodge appeal
Arnold Laver has supplied a range of timber building materials for a new collection of luxury holiday lodges in Staffordshire
Published: 05 December, 2008
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A Super E house uses 41.2% less energy than a conventional home the same size |
Super E finalist in green awards
Energy efficient housing system Super E has been shortlisted for the prestigious 2008 National Energy Efficiency Awards
Published: 26 November, 2008
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Kenneth Leitch receives his TRADA prize at Interbuild |
Oregon project scoops major industry award
A prize-winning project from Oregon Timber Frame is expected to open up important avenuse in timber construction development and design
Published: 25 November, 2008
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Gary Rhodes's new eco-restaurant, designed and built by Baufritz |
Baufritz serves up winning design
Celebrity chef Gary Rhodes's new Dorset eco-restaurant is set to be the UK's first 'eco restaurant' thanks to Baufritz's design
Published: 20 November, 2008
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Jeff Hood Icynene vice president (left) receiving the BBA certificate from Alan Thomas of BBA |
Icynene to strengthen UK operations
Icynene is looking to bolster its UK position after receiving BBA certificition for its soft foam insulation products
Published: 20 November, 2008
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About 300 Ty Unnos homes are expected to be built in the next 12-18 months |
Timber frame triumphs at Interbuild
Two timber frame construction systems picked up prestigious awards at this year's Interbuild
Published: 18 November, 2008
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John Brash's JB-RED roofing batten with distinctive colouring |
John Brash scoops CPA award
The Construction Products Association (CPA) has given John Brash's new JB-RED roofing batten a top award for health, safety and security
Published: 18 November, 2008
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Owner Björn Lehtinen wanted to use as much timber as possible |
Metsäliitto on board with new canoe store
Timber was the natural choice for the new Bear & Water canoeing equipment shop
Published: 11 November, 2008
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The timber-clad building is the first step in Berwick's redevelopment |
Flagship Berwick developments secures prestigious award
A £3m office development, part of an ambitious scheme to transform Berwick, has scooped a Silver in the Roses Design Awards 2008
Published: 04 November, 2008
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Developers are more convinced of the benefits of SIPs |
Custom Homes reports market upturn
Developers' increased confidence in SIPs could see Custom Homes significantly increase its volume of built units in 2009
Published: 04 November, 2008
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Kingspan Lighthouse offers high levels of efficiency |
Kingspan Lighthouse shines in Chicago
With its novel approach to sustainable design, Kingspan's Lighthouse has picked up a commendation in the International Architecture Awards in Chicago
Published: 29 October, 2008
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The deal is expected to take the JJI-Joist to a wider market |
Smith and Jones team up again
The country’s only UK manufactured FSC/BREEAM certified timber I-joists, James Jones has furthered its distribution with a deal with David Smith
Published: 27 October, 2008
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Eye-catching: the spectacular Müritzeum |
All shipshape at Müritzeum
Designed to draw comparisons with nautical vessels, Finnforest Merk has helped provide an eye-catching timber solution for the Müritzeum
Published: 27 October, 2008
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Gildevale's roof and wall membranes have received the Q-Mark standard |
Gildevale claims UK first with Q-Mark approval
Gildevale says it is the first membrane supplier to achieve the UKTFA's Q-Mark quality assurance award
Published: 22 October, 2008
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Mull Theatre's new production centre |
Scotframe plays key role in new Mull Theatre
Mull Theatre's new timber frame production centre combines a unique design with the kind of structural integrity needed against the island's unpredictable weather
Published: 22 October, 2008
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Chosen for performance and finish, the Levolux louvres |
Timber shading solution hits right notes at Piano Buildings
A multi-million pound regeneration project in Kidderminster has seen a timber shading solution fitted to one of the buildings
Published: 20 October, 2008
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Accoya was used extensively in the Lewes house |
Accoya stands out from the crowd in Lewes home
An eye-catching new home featuring the modified wood Accoya has been unveiled in East Sussex
Published: 20 October, 2008
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A close-up of Magnum Board at Panaloc |
Administrators sell Panaloc
The future of Panaloc, the off-site timber construction firm, looks to have been secured as the Manchester firm has been rescued from administration
Published: 16 October, 2008
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144 bespoke trusses were used on each house |
Creating curved roofscapes
Bespoke trusses from Cheshire Roof Trusses, designed using Wolf Systems’ design software, were supplied to a housing association in Rochdale
Published: 13 October, 2008
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Accordia: "high-density housing at its very best" |
Accordia scoops RIBA Stirling Prize
The Cambridge housing project beat off strong competition to take one of the architectural industry's top awards
Published: 13 October, 2008
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An artist's impression of the finished block |
Futuristic look to school extension with composite curtain wall
A timber/aluminium composite curtain wall from AM Profiles is being used at an Essex school to provide a futuristic look to a new extension block
Published: 09 October, 2008
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Bill Downing with Pat Bell at the opening |
Canada’s largest laminating factory opens its doors
Structurlam's new factory - Canada's largest - has a capacity of more than 60,000 board feet a day
Published: 09 October, 2008
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The Rural Homes Collection |
Scotframe blends old and new for rural homes
By consulting with planning departments at an early stage, Scotframe Timber Engineering hopes it new collection of rural homes will avoid resistance when it comes to approval
Published: 08 October, 2008
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The new Welsh Primary School in Swansea with cladding from John Brash |
Shingles hit the mark at Welsh primary school
John Brash & Company has supplied its Western red cedar shingles to the new Welsh Primary School in Swansea which has achieved a BREEAM Schools ‘Very Good’ assessment
Published: 30 September, 2008
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Carlton Hall |
Timber is energy-efficient solution for parish centre
When an energy-efficient solution was needed for a new parish centre, Pinelog's timber frame structure was the answer to all their prayers
Published: 23 September, 2008
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Smartroof has achieved Robust Standard Details |
Smartroof first with robust standard details
Smartroof has claimed a UK first as the first 'room in roof' system to achieve Robust Standard Details
Published: 16 September, 2008
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A model of how the timber homes will look |
Site start for sustainable housing project
Scottish timber is being used under a pilot scheme to build two sustainable timber homes in Glenmore
Published: 16 September, 2008
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Accoya is being used to clad a commercial property in Rotterdam |
Accoya cladding marks Dutch revolution
Modified wood Accoya has marked its first move into commercial property, cladding an office building in Rotterdam
Published: 09 September, 2008
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Kingspan TEK will be used in the Aus-Haus modular homes |
Kingspan TEK for Aus-Haus affordable homes
Chosen for its thermal and airtight properties and specification repeatability, Kingspan TEK is being used in a range of modular sustainable homes
Published: 09 September, 2008
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Larkfleet managing director Karl Hick |
Larkfleet to build demonstration green home
Larkfleet Group is building a demonstration 'green' home to show how a timber frame house is put together
Published: 04 September, 2008
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Innovare air test at Osborne BRE House |
Top rating for Innovaré's SIPS system
Despite its near-constant use, the Osborne Demonstration House at the BRE Innovation Park has achieved excellent levels of air permeability using Innovaré's SIPS system
Published: 04 September, 2008
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Environmentally friendly houses in Desborough, using Kingspan Offsite's TEK system |
Kingspan's TEK proves star choice for Orbit
Kingspan Offsite's TEK building system is being used in a affordable housing development to provide high levels of thermal performance - and reduce fuel bills
Published: 29 August, 2008
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The I-joist landscape has changed dramatically |
Louisiana-Pacific to launch UK I-joist operation
Competition in the UK I-joist sector looks like hotting up with the entry of Us timber giant Louisiana-Pacific
Published: 26 August, 2008
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Sainsbury’s Dartmouth store features a glulam frame |
Sainsbury’s opens timber eco store
Sainsbury's new flagship eco store in Dartmouth features a giant glulam structure
Published: 26 August, 2008
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Jonathan Goodwin at the Welsh factory |
Goodwins Timber Frame closes factories
Goodwins Timber Frame has blamed the downturn in house building for its decision to close its two factories and cease trading
Published: 19 August, 2008
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Steico has created a national distribution network |
Steico creates national supply network
Steico has appointed three new supply partners to create a national distribution network for its joists and other natural building products in the UK
Published: 18 August, 2008
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Green choice: John Brash's Western red cedar cladding |
Western red cedar proves green choice for cladding
John Brash & Company's Western red cedar cladding was used to help developer David Wilson Homes secure Code for Sustainable Homes Level 4 on its latest Hampshire development
Published: 18 August, 2008
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Interbuild's Eco House will showcase sustainable solutions |
Visit the Village at Interbuild 2008
This year's Interbuild features a new 'Village' area that showcases modern construction methods and sustainable building solutions
Published: 05 August, 2008
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The new Aldi store at Blaby |
Kingspan TEK for hybrid Aldi store
The new Aldi store in Leicester, built using Kingspan Offsite's TEK system, highlights the flexibility of modern construction
Published: 05 August, 2008
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The clubhouse under construction |
Trussed rafters 'putt' into action at Leicestershire golf club
Trussed rafters have been used to save time and overall economics of a new clubhouse at Lingdale Golf Club
Published: 01 August, 2008
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ThermoWood-D has been used for the external cladding |
Charity chooses ThermoWood-D for green housing scheme
Charity Habitat for Humanity chose Finnforest's Thermowood to help meet key environmental objectives
Published: 01 August, 2008
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John Simpson |
Robertson Timberkit manager achieves 'gold standard'
John Simpson, a technical manager with Robertson Timberkit, believes his accreditation as a technician member of the Institution of Structural engineers will further boost the company's credentials
Published: 30 July, 2008
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The engineered timber i-joists from Finnforest |
Finnjoists specified for eco development
Finnforest's Finnjoist are being used by The Walker Group in a new eco-development
Published: 28 July, 2008
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The Centre was opened by HRH the Princess Royal |
Royal seal of approval for Pavilion Centre
The new Pavilion Centre in Cornwall, designed and built by Pinelog, is a model of sustainability
Published: 28 July, 2008
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Kingspan TEK was chosen for its high levels of thermal insulation |
Kingspan TEK transforms derelict site
Kingspan's SIP-based system TEK has proved a sustainable solution for a new social housing development in Guildford
Published: 23 July, 2008
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Nearly 300 staff are expected to lose their jobs |
Stewart Milne to cut 20% of workforce
The Scottish house builder blames challenging market conditions for its decision to cut nearly 300 jobs around the UK
Published: 23 July, 2008
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One of the houses at Lower Mill Estate |
Lower Mill shortlisted for architectural innovation awards
Lower Mill Estate, the brainchild of Jeremy Paxton, has been shortlisted for a number of architectural awards that recognise the development's commitment to blending modern with traditional designs
Published: 21 July, 2008
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Shingles were the perfect choice for the new holiday chalets |
John Brash shingles chosen for new theme park conversion
The aesthetic and financial considerations of John Brash’s Western red cedar shingles, together with providing low maintenance and a high level of thermal insulation, made them the perfect choice for a new Welsh theme park
Published: 21 July, 2008
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Finnforest's SoundBar flooring system has achieved Robust Detail |
Soundbar secures Robust Detail
Having secured Robust Detail, Finnforest's SoundBar System is helping house builders combine top acoustic performance with cost savings on site
Published: 17 July, 2008
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Rod Niven of BSi, RTK chairman Ron Easton and RTK managing director Neil McDonald celebrate with staff |
Robertson Timberkit underlines environmental commitment
By achieving the environmental standard ISO 14001, Robertson Timberkit says it's demonstrating its continued commitment to reducing environmental impact
Published: 17 July, 2008
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A completed home at Opal Homes’ development at Heriot in the Scottish Borders |
DTE's SIRS proves gem for Opal Homes
House builder Opal Homes is using DTE's SIRS system to save valuable build time on a range of projects
Published: 14 July, 2008
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The pavilion is almost complete |
Gehry’s London timber feast
Frank Gehry hopes his first English building will reflect the 'warmth of wood'
Published: 14 July, 2008
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Cumaru is ideally suited to an outdoor application |
Long stay car park cladding
Vincent Timber is seeing more and more car parks make practical use of timber cladding
Published: 10 July, 2008
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Despite the job losses, KPMG still believe there's market for Panaloc |
Panaloc makes more redundancies
Panaloc, which uses Kronoply OSB 4 panels to make prefabricated timber walls, floors and roof sections, has been forced to cut more jobs
Published: 03 July, 2008
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No decision has yet been officially made on the Aquatics Centre's cladding material |
Pool cladding material in question
Issues over the availability and suitability of red louro have been raised, despite no cladding material yet being confirmed for the 2012 Aquatics Centre
Published: 03 July, 2008
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Judges were impressed with the 'elegant and distinctive' structure |
Lighthouse shines with new awards
Two new national awards have been added to Kingspan Lighthouse's growing number of accolades
Published: 01 July, 2008
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Alan Prole, managing director of Live Smart @ Home, in the BoKlok show flat at Gateshead |
Demand for BoKlok homes strong, says developer
Despite newspaper reports to the contrary, Live Smart @ Home, the developer behind Gateshead’s BoKlok development, is looking forward to welcoming new owners to their eco-friendly homes
Published: 24 June, 2008
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The finishing touches are made to the cedar wall at Canada House |
Cedar makes Trafalgar Square appearance
Western red cedar is being used to 'wrap' the Canadian High Commission's London HQ
Published: 24 June, 2008
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The Pavilion Centre was designed and built by Pinelog |
Royal seal of approval
The Princess Royal has opened the £1.8m Pavilion Centre at the Royal Cornwall Showground
Published: 22 June, 2008
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Wayne Hemingway opened Wolseley's sustainable showcase |
Wolseley showcase moves sustainability from ‘niche to norm’
The leading building products supplier’s new showcase provides a new focus for Wolseley’s role in the promotion of sustainable design and construction
Published: 22 June, 2008
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Tim Pollard, Wolseley head of sustainability |
Wood Futures unveils top line up
Speakers at this year’s TTJ Wood Futures conference cover distribution, development, design and delivery
Published: 22 June, 2008
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Kingspan Off-Site Building Systems have been used to create housing for the affordable and private sectors |
Going green
Kingspan Offsite is taking the skills learnt in developing its Level 6 home, Kingspan Lighthouse, and offering a service to help others achieve the right level against the Code for Sustainable Homes
Published: 20 June, 2008
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The Titanic Quarter is the largest water front development in Europe |
Finnforest makes a splash in Titanic Quarter
Finnforest's Thermowood has been specified as the exterior cladding for Belfast's Titanic Quarter, Europe's largest water front development
Published: 13 June, 2008
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Pinewood Structures chief executive Geoff Arnold |
Pinewood targets affordable housing
With its acquisition of architectural and construction consultancy Avebury Projects, Pinewood Structures is targeting the affordable housing sector
Published: 13 June, 2008
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A range of external facing cladding options can be integrated with the Kingspan Metro AFS |
Kingspan Off-Site provides positive diagnosis
The Kingspan Metro AFS through-wall system provided the high performance required at St. Helens Hospital healthcare facilities and the speed of build needed to meet the tight handover deadlines
Published: 09 June, 2008
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Smartroof was chosen for its sustainability |
Barratt’s opts for green roof solution
When Barratt Developments was looking for a high level of sustainability for its Green House roofing solution, it turned to RK Timber Engineering's Smartroof for the answer
Published: 09 June, 2008
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Stewart Milne wants to "drastically increase" the number of timber frame homes in the UK |
Eccles development is icing on the cake for Stewart Milne
The timber frame provider is branching out into the North West by bringing its expertise to a new homes development in Manchester
Published: 04 June, 2008
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Accoya combines aesthetics and sustainability |
Accoya wins major Dutch award
Judges praise modified wood product Accoya is a “real alternative” to tropical hardwood
Published: 04 June, 2008
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Timber frame continues to buck the housing trend |
Timber frame continues growth
Despite the general gloom in the housing market, timber frame has increased its share of the overall housing market for the ninth year in a row
Published: 23 May, 2008
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The roof was a “enormously rare and complicated roofing contract” |
Cedar roof claims NFRC award
Reed Roofing (Midland) Ltd's cedar shingle roof for a Birmingham medical centre has scooped a top award for excellence
Published: 23 May, 2008
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Formby Pool by FCB Studios, winner of Gold in last
year's Wood Awards |
Wood Awards entry deadline extended
The UK's premier competition for the use of timber in construction and interiors has extended its deadline to allow architects, designers, furniture makers and their timber suppliers another week to get their entries in
Published: 22 May, 2008
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Super E has updated its standards |
Super E strengthens green credentials
With the Government’s Code for Sustainable Homes and Eco Homes now in place, Super E has put a number of new measures in place to ensure it meets the new standard
Published: 20 May, 2008
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The roof of the Aquatics Centre will be timber-clad steel |
Timber to lose out at Aquatics Centre
Despite extensive use of cladding, timber has lost out to steel for the roof frame in the London 2012 Aquatics Centre
Published: 16 May, 2008
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People are being given a chance to to live effectively rent-free for six months in the BoKlok homes before buying |
BoKlok unveils 'try before you buy' scheme
Would-be puchasers of the revolutionary Scandinavian-style BoKlok homes are being given a chance to rent their home for six months before they commit to buying
Published: 16 May, 2008
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Kingspan's Lighthouse has achieved Code for Sustainable Homes Level 6 |
Report says zero carbon definition “must change”
To hit its target of 240,000 'zero carbon' units a year, the Government needs to consider other options, says the UKGBC
Published: 12 May, 2008
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American white oak is used on the halls of the foyer and auditoria |
American white oak on song for opera house
Billed as the largest cultural building to be built in Norway for more than 700 years, Oslo's new Opera House uses American white oak panels to complete its impressive interior
Published: 12 May, 2008
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Parkside Pavilion is the UK's first charred timber building Helen Binet |
Charred timber building opens in London
Architect DSDHA and timber subcontractor Martin Childs Ltd developed a bespoke method of charring timber to create the cladding for the new Park Pavilion
Published: 09 May, 2008
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All ship-shape: Oddfellows Hall has a nautical feel |
Ship-shaped hall commended
The nautical design to the refurbished Oddfellows Hall in Norfolk has been commended in a county-wide competition recognising architectural craftmanship
Published: 07 May, 2008
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Designed to let in light: the windows from Mumford & Wood's Contemporary range |
Timber windows provide above par performance
Mumford & Wood has supplied high-spec timber windows for a set of luxury apartments overlooking a Kent golf course
Published: 02 May, 2008
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The auditorium can seat up to 300 people |
Stairway to Venice
Scottish architect Gareth Hoskins' design for a timber 'staircase' space has won the competition to be the country's first standalone pavilion at the Venice Biennale festival
Published: 02 May, 2008
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Kerto will be used to create a "visually light and refined" modular timber structure |
Art project turns to Kerto
A public art installation in London is using Finnforest's Kerto to create a 'visually light and refined' modular timber structure
Published: 29 April, 2008
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The technology centre is clad in ThermoWood
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ThermoWood offers contrasting finish
ThermoWood cladding has provided an environmentally-friendly finish to a multi-million pound technology centre in Loughborough
Published: 29 April, 2008
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The buildings seem to float on air |
Östra Kvarnskogen wins the Wood Prize 2008
A record number of nominations for the year's Wood Prize 2008 in Sweden saw the top prize go to an innovative development where the buildings seem to float on air
Published: 23 April, 2008
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David Morley is convinced of timber's benefits for longer span structures |
Architect joins TRADA conference line-up
TRADA has bolstered its In Touch with Timber conference line-up with the recruitment of top sports architect David Morley
Published: 18 April, 2008
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Rod Lawson, finance director of Oregon Timber Frame Ltd |
Oregon Timber Frame reports record growth
Reporting record sales figures, Oregon Timber Frame is well above its target for the year
Published: 18 April, 2008
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An artist's impression of the summer pavilion |
Timber Swoosh chosen for summer pavilion
Exciting timber usage and architectural merit are the key factors behind the design of this summer's Architectural Association summer pavilion
Published: 14 April, 2008
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Computer generated image of the completed Trafalgar Street Rochdale regeneration project |
Oregon reaches new standards
Greater pressure from environmental bodies and regulatory standards on its customers has seen Oregon Timber Frame up its game when it comes to business and environmental credentials
Published: 14 April, 2008
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Delegates receive advice from one of the specialists available to them, photographer Henry Ransby |
UKTFA members get say in timber frame promotion
With over 50 attendees, it's hoped a seminar to encourage UKTFA members to get involved in promoting timber frame construction will further boost the sector's prospects
Published: 09 April, 2008
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Online Learning is the first of its kind for wood and wood products |
New topics added to online learning resource
Coillte Panel Products and wood for good hope their online learning resource will become the first choice provider of entry-level timber education
Published: 06 April, 2008
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A planning application has been prepared for around 100 homes in the Hendon area of Sunderland |
Sunderland could be set for eco-housing scheme
Sunderland could be the site for the UK's second BoKlok development, the Scandinavian-style eco-homes that have already proved popular in Gateshead
Published: 06 April, 2008
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Designs for Frank Gehry’s Serpentine Gallery Pavilion |
Gehry designs timber pavilion
Timber will form the main structure of this summer's Serpentine Gallery Pavilion
Published: 01 April, 2008
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SIRS is proving popular with a variety of house builders |
Roofing systems racks up more successes
Since achieving NHBC approval in 2007, Donaldson Timber Engineering’s SIRS roofing system has been used by a number of large and small house builders
Published: 28 March, 2008
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Timber is combined with metal and glass in this contemporary staircase |
Staircase adds wow factor to London apartment
American black walnut has been used for the handrails of a highly contemporary staircase in a a designer London apartment
Published: 28 March, 2008
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All Saints Medical Centre uses shingles from John Brash |
Shingles used for roof with a 'twist'
Western Red cedar shingles from John Brash were used on a Birmingham medical centre to help create a roof with a subtle 'twist' to minimise the building's profile
Published: 25 March, 2008
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Walnut Tree Farm uses Jabroof SlimFix roof panels |
Under a ‘warm’ roof
New pre-insulated roof panels have helped a Suffolk barn conversion meet U-values
Published: 25 March, 2008
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The RuralZED Zero Carbon Home, with DTE’s trusses forming the roof |
DTE and Zedfactory team up for green dream
DTE and Zedfactory are planning future work following the success of their carbon neutral house at Ecobuild
Published: 20 March, 2008
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Timber frames are being used to form the eight special buildings at Aberystwyth University |
Work begins on celebrated designer’s Welsh building project
Work has started on the construction of eight special buildings at Aberystwyth University designed by Heatherwick Studio, the practice behind some of the world’s most iconic building projects
Published: 20 March, 2008
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Stewart Milne Group’s Sigma Home at BRE, Watford |
All under one roof
Collaboration between Gleeson Developments and Stewart Milne Group has seen the joint venture shortlisted to build a massive ‘green’ development in Peterborough
Published: 17 March, 2008
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The use of engineered timber saved over 500 tonnes of steel |
Eco store marks first major project for B & K Timber Structures
Retailing giant Asda has kicked off the first stage of its energy efficiency build programme with a giant glulam ‘eco-store’ built by B & K Timber Structures
Published: 17 March, 2008
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Stewart Dalgarno believes the new centre will allow all building materials to "provide a clear audit trail" |
Trade gives new sustainable procurement centre thumbs up
Some of the leading figures in the UK timber trade are united in their support for the Government’s new Centre for Expertise in Sustainable Procurement
Published: 17 March, 2008
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Cladding is one of the main usages of Accoya |
Accoya specified for green housing
With commercial production of the engineered wood Accoya underway in the Netherlands, BSW Timber, which is the UK and Ireland's sole supplier, is seeing strong interest from architects and housing associations
Published: 13 March, 2008
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Last year's Gold Award winner Formby Pool |
Entries open for Wood Awards 2008
Judges of the Wood Awards 2008 are looking for exciting entries to showcase the adaptability, aesthetics and sustainability of wood
Published: 13 March, 2008
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The Kingspan TEK Building System enabled the architects to optimise the living space of the house |
Kingspan TEK specified for ultra-sustainable home
When the architects of a new super-insulated dorma bungalow were looking for a building solution to deliver high levels of thermal efficiency on a restricted plot, they opted for Kingspan Off-Site’s TEK Building System
Published: 11 March, 2008
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Excel's Nick Thompson and Welsh Minister Jane Davidson |
Pulp fact is not fiction
Insulation specialist Excel Fibre Technology is investing £4m to upgrade its production capacity to meet growing demand for its Warmcel insulation products
Published: 11 March, 2008
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An artist's impression of the Olympic village |
ODA announces Olympic timber opportunities
With the ODA looking for up to 20 timber suppliers of fully legal and sustainable timber, the London 2012 Olympics looks like being the 'greenest' games yet
Published: 07 March, 2008
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Ecojoist: a precision-engineered structural component |
Goodwins expands to meet growing demand
With a significant investment in its factory, Goodwins Timber Frame hopes to continue to grow its timber engineering business, which utilises Ecojoist in flooring production
Published: 07 March, 2008
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More than 100 people are expected to attend the UKTFA event |
UKTFA hosts free networking event for South West firms
Businesses in the South West who want to cash in on the growth of timber frame are being encouraged to attend a free UKTFA networking event
Published: 04 March, 2008
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The steel and timber frame project was completed on budget with a rapid build time |
Grand Designs for Palgrave Brown
Palgrave Brown's Posi-Joists, which combine timber with steel webs, have made their TV debut in project to build a 'sugar cube' open plan house
Published: 04 March, 2008
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Ty Unnos: adding value to local timber |
New Welsh construction system to challenge building techniques
A new building system, developed by Wood Knowledge Wales, is to be unveiled that uses locally produced timber to create hollow beams, bolted together to create modular buildings
Published: 29 February, 2008
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Maurice Brooks with Trevor Leaker outside the RSUA headquarters |
Spotlight on wood at prestigious awards
Woods use in Northern Ireland's design and construction industries will be recognised at the RUSA Design Awards
Published: 29 February, 2008
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B&K Timber Structures' management team |
Bowmer and Kirland unveils new timber engineering division
Bowmer and Kirland has launched a specialist timber structures division to tap into growing demand for timber fuelled by sustainability measures
Published: 25 February, 2008
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Timber frame has added to the architectural appeal |
Timber adds appeal to Rotherham development
Chandos Timber Engineering is helping Kingbury Homes enhance the aesthetic appeal of an 18-home development in Rotherham with timber frame
Published: 25 February, 2008
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The finished development at Cambridge University |
Finishing touches made to £3m Cambridge University expansion
A completed £3m expansion and refurbishment at Cambridge University, featuring a new timber frame building, is due to get its official opening in April
Published: 21 February, 2008
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Carronvale timber frame systems used in a multi-storey building |
Timber growth fuels Carronvale’s need for Norbord
Scottish timber frame manufacturer Carronvale is upping its requirement for Norbord Sterling OSB to keep pace with growing demand for timber frame systems in Scotland
Published: 21 February, 2008
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Competition and lack of interest were thought to be the main reasons for The Timber Show's demise |
Interbuild steps in with ‘special offers’ after Timber Show cancels
Organisers of the UK’s biggest building show are offering timber companies caught out by the cancellation of The Timber Show special deals to exhibit
Published: 18 February, 2008
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Super E's healthy housing technology can dramatically reduce carbon emissions in new dwellings |
Super E's sustainable housing lesson
The Government of Canada's Super E house programme is offering UK builders free one-to-one consultations at EcoBuild 2008 on how to use 'healthy housing' technology
Published: 15 February, 2008
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Timber in the stairwells treated with Dricon |
Arch supplies fire proofing timber for award-winning building
An award-winning arts centre in Orkney has been fitted with 150m2 of Arch's Dricon fire retardant as part of a multi-million pound lottery redevelopment
Published: 15 February, 2008
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Accoya was used for the windows and doors at the Woodland Enterprise Centre at Flimwell |
Accoya gets TV debut on Grand Designs
BSW Timber, which markets Accoya modified wood, is hoping to reach new audiences when the material debuts on television this week
Published: 11 February, 2008
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The new joint venture has a number of new projects in the pipeline |
OSM joins forces with Streif for sustainable building
A new Anglo-German partnership between OSM Homes and Streif is confident of combining both firms' expertise, with 100 units expected to be built in 2008 alone
Published: 11 February, 2008
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Offsite construction was a key benefit of Innovaré's SIP system in the Surrey build |
Innovaré's SIP system ticks the boxes in Surrey
Speed of installation and offsite construction advantages were the main benefits cited for the use of Innovaré’s Structurally Insulated Panel (SIP) system at a social housing build in Surrey
Published: 05 February, 2008
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The Model-D house will incorporate 220 sheets of moisture-resistant Sterling OSB3 |
Norbord sponsors low energy crofting for the 21st century
A project to build low-cost rural timber frame housing near Aberdeen has got the greenlight, using Norbord's Sterling OSB3
Published: 05 February, 2008
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Alan Prole, managing director of Live Smart @ Home, in the show house |
BoKlok show home unveiled
Developer Live Smart @ Home has unveiled the first completed Scandianavian-style BoKlok home complete with interior decor from Sweden's iconic store, IKEA
Published: 01 February, 2008
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Nick Fricker: pleased to have contributed to the success of Palgrave Brown's developer partners |
Double award recognition for Palgrave Brown
Palgrave Brown has helped two developer customers pick up regional titles in the NHBC's prestigious Pride in the Job awards
Published: 01 February, 2008
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RHS wanted the cafe to create architectural impact |
Framework serves up offsite solution for RHS cafe
With strict timescales, Framework CDM delivered an off site construction solution for the Royal Horticultural Society's new cafe
Published: 30 January, 2008
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The BoKlok homes are nearing completion |
BoKlok show home to be unveiled in Gateshead
The first of the Scandinavian-style BoKlok homes - a two-bedroom show apartment - has been kitted out to show potential buyers what it could look like inside
Published: 28 January, 2008
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Halton Mills, an exclusive riverside development on the outskirts of Lancaster, which incorporated the timber frame systems from Kingspan Off-Site, now known as the Kingspan Logic Building System |
New name makes logical choice
Kingspan Off-Site's decision to relaunch its open panel timber frame systems and components as the Kingspan Logic Building System range is designed to provide a clearer product portfolio
Published: 28 January, 2008
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Smartroof comprises a moisture-resistant OSB3 board firmly fixed to TR26 timber joists |
Sterling OSB gets nod for major SIPS contract
RK Timber Engineering will use Norbord's Sterling OSB boards to manufacture the smartroof structural insulated panel system under licence from smartroof
Published: 23 January, 2008
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Work on the Loch Ness project will begin in February |
Timber frame houses sited at Loch Ness
InnovaHouse's latest project will see an environmentally-friendly timber frame house built on the banks of Loch Ness
Published: 23 January, 2008
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The new Baden Powell Outdoor Centre |
New outdoor centre celebrates scouting centenary
The new Baden Powell Outdoor Centre utilised offsite construction in timber to create a self-sufficient and low environmental impact building
Published: 21 January, 2008
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Forestry Commission chairman Lord Clark of Windermere (centre) and Lex Russell, vice president of CEMEX UK Aggregates in front of the new building with pupils from Colwich Primary School Phillip Riley |
Tree House gets royal seal of approval
A set of new environmentally-friendly classrooms in Cannock Forest, featuring a host of sustainable technologies, have been given the royal thumbs-up
Published: 21 January, 2008
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The clear, contemporary looks of Kingspan Offsite's new website |
New year, new website for Kingspan Offsite
Kingspan Offsite says its new website will help users find the right products from its wide product portfolio
Published: 14 January, 2008
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Timber offers architects huge possibilities |
Architects should turn to timber, says Scotframe
Advances in off-site fabrication and its advantages in reducing carbon-footprint and cutting labour costs makes timber the ideal solution for modern buildings, says Scotframe's Mike Cruickshank
Published: 14 January, 2008
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Juniper House in Gotland is one of the nominees |
Nominations unveiled for Swedish wood architectural award
A primary school, a riding school, a barn and an entire neighbourhood are among the 11 nominees for Träpriset 2008, the prestigious wood architectural awards organised by Swedish Forest Industries Federation
Published: 11 January, 2008
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Bryan Woodley has stepped down as UKTFA chief executive |
UKTFA chief executive steps down
UKTFA says it's 'business as usual' as chief executive Bryan Woodley steps down after six years
Published: 11 January, 2008
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Andrew Nicholls outside his award-winning home |
Baufritz eco home wins industry award
Baufritz's first UK home that combines its eco-credentials with the aesthetics and performance of timber frame building has won a top award
Published: 02 January, 2008
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The partially glazed glulam gridshell |
Engineering a new identity
Glulam from Finnforest was used to create both the gridshell structure and vaulted roof for the redevelopment of the Herbert Art Gallery & Museum in Coventry
Published: 02 January, 2008
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The City Farm building uses strawbales from a local farm and recycled teak from a 1930s boat |
Straw and timber prove perfect sustainable solution
A new resource centre that uses recycled timber and strawbales in its construction is a showcase for a building technique that is proving an increasingly popular modern method construction
Published: 19 December, 2007
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Sherwood: The Living Legend lost out in a bid for £50m of lottery funding |
Sherwood to take stock after lottery loss
Having lost out in its £50m bid for lottery funding for its Sherwood: the Living Legend project, Nottinghamshire County Council is now focusing on a programme of smaller projects
Published: 17 December, 2007
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Kingspan's Lighthouse is built to level 6 of the Code for Sustainable Homes |
Kingspan TEK gets Carbon Challenge seal of approval
Kingspan's TEK building system has been specified by developer Barratt Developments Bristol in a groundbreaking project to create England's first zero carbon community
Published: 14 December, 2007
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The Vincent Street scheme was the first housing project in the UK to be constructed using Magnum Board |
Panaloc pilot housing scheme showcase for MMC construction
A pilot housing scheme in Salford that uses Panaloc's Magnum Board in its construction has sccoped a top innovation award
Published: 12 December, 2007
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Westframe manager Dave Thacker |
Timber footprint fits Westleigh future
A Leicestershire-based timber frame manufacturer has boosted production by 300% in the last two months thanks to growing demand for its product
Published: 05 December, 2007
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Irena Bauman presenting the award to James Swabey outside the new Visitor Centre |
Dalby's green credentials secure top award
Locally-sourced larch has been used for the cladding for an award-winning building in North Yorkshire
Published: 05 December, 2007
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An artists impression of the what the Singleton Centre will look like when completed |
Raising the roof on the Singleton Centre
A Kent visitor centre that uses timber in its construction is set to become a shining example of an eco-friendly building
Published: 05 December, 2007
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The Sigma house design is designed to achieve Level 5 of the Code for Sustainable Homes |
Sigma sites “on the radar”
Stewart Milne Timber Systems is looking at a number of potential sites for the planned development of its Sigma Village
Published: 27 November, 2007
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Timber frame housing supplied and erected by Oregon Timber Frame |
Oregon expands South of the Border
Oregon Timber Frame hopes its new English facility will help meet growing customer demand - as well as reducing its carbon miles
Published: 23 November, 2007
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Lighthouse by Potton is one of five low carbon homes at the BRE headquarters built in timber |
Welsh timber sector gears up for zero carbon homes
Wales's thriving timber industry sees a massive opportunity for companies to be market leaders in low carbon building – boosting income and creating new jobs
Published: 23 November, 2007
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All the timber used in the Brixton development is FSC-certified |
Sustainable design in the heart of Brixton
Working closely with the client and the local community, Anne Thorne Architects has delivered a timber-frame development in Brixton using cutting-edge sustainable practices to score a top ECO rating
Published: 21 November, 2007
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(l to r)Panaloc founder, Eric Dean, receives the award with Martin Grech of NG Bailey, Philip Kitson, national sales manager of category award sponsors, Ruukki, and Paul Harris of Taylor Woodrow |
Teamwork helps Panaloc scoop top Offsite Construction Award
Panaloc has joined forces with construction specialists Taylor Woodrow and NG Bailey in the award-winning £350m design and build project for two Merseyside hospitals
Published: 19 November, 2007
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A CGI image of what the Dovercourt development will look like |
Prestoplan wins contract for flagship city development
Timber frame designer and manufacturer is supplying timber frame units for a multi-million pound development in the heart of Bristol that will incorporate the latest lean construction techniques
Published: 16 November, 2007
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The walls of the house are made from straw bales with an inch of fat lime render on each side |
Devon house wins energy efficiency award
A traditionally jointed timber-frame house in Totnes that uses straw bales for insulation has won its builder the top annual award in the Federation of Master Builders energy efficiency category
Published: 13 November, 2007
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Environment minister Phil Woolas at the TTJ conference |
Minister says timber industry is stepping up to the mark
Environment minister Phil Woolas praised the knowledge and reputation of the UK timber industry, which he said was held in high regard around the world
Published: 10 November, 2007
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The new office block designed by Cazenove Architects |
New office block blends old with new
The new Lee Valley Regional Park Authority's office building features a host of sustainable technology within its two-story timber-frame construction
Published: 10 November, 2007
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Timber cladding features heavily in Cedar House |
Timber projects take top honours in CPRE Awards
Projects using timber and timber-frame scooped several awards in the Campaign for Rural England's Norfolk Awards
Published: 08 November, 2007
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American white oak was used in the floors, wall facing, ceiling panels, furnishings and doors |
Heart of oak at Europe's largest expo centre
American white oak was chosen for the New Milan Trade Fair to provide a natural feel
Published: 08 November, 2007
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The integrated building system kept build time to a minimum |
Palgrave Brown’s SIPS system helps cut build time
Using Palgrave Brown's SIPS system, developer Wheatshield was able to offset the poor summer weather and deliver eight one-bedroomed homes in 14 weeks
Published: 05 November, 2007
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(l to r) David Fraser, managing director (Mitek Industries), Mark Baillie (managing director Screedflo) and Mark Salt (business development manager, TRADA Technology) |
Acoustic flooring system secures Q-Mark first
Screedflo dB is the only screed-based acoustic floor to have obtained a BM TRADA Certification Q-Mark
Published: 05 November, 2007
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By 2010, all UKTFA members will only be able to use UKTFA/CSCS approved erectors |
UKTFA training programmes get the thumbs up
UKTFA sees the recognition of its training programmes by CSCS as a significant vote of confidence
Published: 01 November, 2007
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A prototype was developed by Prestoplan to test certain design elements |
Building prototype used to test design elements
Having won the contract to provide timber frames in the flagship environment project at Telford, Prestoplan produce a factory-based prototype to demonstrate how specific elements worked
Published: 01 November, 2007
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TEK was used to create environmentally sound affordable housing |
Kingspan TEK makes friends in Norwich
Kingspan's SIPs system, TEK, was used in an affordable housing development in Norwich because of its strong environmental credentials
Published: 26 October, 2007
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Ecojoists were used as purlins to create the roof space |
Ecojoists offer roofing solution
When Ian Belsham Architects wanted to create an exposed truss roof it turned to Gang-Nail's Ecojoist beams for the solution
Published: 26 October, 2007
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Minister Lunn paid tribute to BSW Alouette's energy efficient Super E technology |
Canadian minister praises Super E technology
Canadian minister Gary Lunn said energy-efficient housing technologies were making a difference in the battle to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Published: 23 October, 2007
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Pace's Optima system has been used at the Hythe development |
New Hythe homes dedicated to former chief executive
A development of 18 timber-frame homes named after former Hyde Group chief executive Charlie Adams will be unveiled next week
Published: 23 October, 2007
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Panaloc unveils Magnum construction system
An offsite manufacturer which uses OSB4 as the sole structural material in its wall, roof and floor panels has been officially launched in Manchester
Published: 22 October, 2007
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Conference delegates heard the minister's vision for the way wood can play an increasingly valuable part in future construction |
Welsh timber has pivotal role in climate change
The aim of the Welsh Gaining added value for timber in Europe project has been to find new ways of adding value to timber, coupled with the goal of finding long-term solutions to rural regeneration
Published: 22 October, 2007
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Formby Pool was described as “transcendental in its calmness and simplicity” |
Formby Pool scoops gold at Wood Awards
This year’s Wood Awards demonstrate the dominant force timber is becoming in architecture and design
Published: 18 October, 2007
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The Salt House won the Manser Medal CristobalPalma |
Salt house scoops tasty award
A timber-clad seaside house in Essex has won the RIBA Manser Medal for the best one-off house designed by an architect in the UK
Published: 16 October, 2007
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WeberHaus’ first UK house in Aston Clinton |
WeberHaus signals intent with first UK home
WeberHaus's first timber frame home in the UK was captured on camera to help the company's marketing push
Published: 16 October, 2007
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The Dalby Forest Visitor Centre was praised for its use of sustainable materials |
Visitor centre wins Prime Minister's vote
Dalby Forest Visitor Centre has won a top award for its use of sustainable materials and locally-sourced timber
Published: 12 October, 2007
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Gladedale’s Willows Green development which is being built in St Helens using timber frames supplied by Prestoplan |
Prestoplan agrees Gladedale procurement deal
Timber frame specialist Prestoplan has strengthened its relationship with housing supplier Gladedale Group
Published: 12 October, 2007
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Live Smart @ Home managing director Alan Prole with Claire Pooley, the first person to enquire about buying a BoKlok home at IKEA's Gateshead store |
Lottery could be on cards after huge demand for BoKlok homes
Unprecedented demand for the Scandinavian-style timber framed homes means developer Live Smart @ Home many now have to look at a lottery-style system for allocating homes
Published: 10 October, 2007
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Judges praised the Museum of Modern Literature's entrance sequence as “brilliant” |
Museum of Modern Literature scoops Stirling Prize
Timber gridshell Savill Building in Windsor Great Park has lost out in the prestgious Stirling Prize to the German building, seen as a symbol of reunification
Published: 10 October, 2007
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Pinewood Structures managing director Geoff Arnold welcomed Yvette Cooper’s comments on zero carbon homes |
Pinewood welcomes minister’s development plans
Pinewood Structures managing director Geoff Arnold believes revisions to the Code for Sustainable Homes could open more doors for timber frame
Published: 05 October, 2007
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The workshop is designed to increase awareness of bamboo as a construction material |
Bamboo building workshop planned
Charity Architects for Aid (A4A) is running a two day workshop that will explore the use of bamboo as a sustainable building material
Published: 03 October, 2007
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Artists impression of the St James site, featuring the BoKlok homes |
Affordability tops BoKlok wishlist
As IKEA in Gateshead plans to open its doors to people interested in buying a BoKlok home, affordability and quality top the list of reasons for purchasing the timber-framed properties
Published: 03 October, 2007
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Jim Skelton (left), director of Building With Wood organiser South West Forest, and Wayne Hemingway |
Wood is the future
Renewable timber will be the material of choice for the 21st century, according to leading architect
Published: 27 September, 2007
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Lighthouse is shining example of eco building
Potton has big plans for its Lighthouse design, the first self-build unit to meet the Government's Code for Sustainable Homes Level 6 standard
Published: 24 September, 2007
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Pinelog uses timber in a number of architectural applications |
Pinelog updates image to match environmental credentials
Pinelog is hoping its new corporate identity better reflects its commitment to using green materials
Published: 20 September, 2007
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The glulam structures at the Royal & Derngate Philip Vile |
Arts Team shortlisted for RIBA award
A project using giant glulam lengths used to unify two theatres in Northampton is in the running for a top national award
Published: 20 September, 2007
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The timber frame Business and Enterprise Centre features a “distinctive roof form”
LSI Architects LLP |
Timber cuts the mustard at Norfolk school development
Timber has formed a central part of a £6m development at a Norfolk school
Published: 17 September, 2007
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Timber cladding can play an important role in cutting carbon emissions |
New software to calculate carbon content of buildings
The calculator’s software also encourages users to reconsider the materials they select in order to reduce carbon footprint
Published: 17 September, 2007
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wood for good wants to increase confidence in using timber |
wood for good unveils online learning resource
wood for good's new online resource is expected to boost understanding and technical knowledge of wood's capabilities and scope
Published: 14 September, 2007
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Jabsip panels were used to provide greater flexibility in the building's design |
Vencel toasts SIPs future success
Versatility, high insulation values and stunning looks are all benefits of Vencel Resil's Jabsip structural insulated panels
Published: 14 September, 2007
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The Murray Grove tower is believed to be the world's tallest residential building constructed from timber |
Green light for world's tallest residential timber building
A nine-storey apartment block in Hackney will be a showcase for the possibilities of timber-frame building
Published: 10 September, 2007
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Bloor Homes tested the SoundBar system at its 42-unit development in Wrexham |
Bloor Homes specifies SoundBar
Finnforest's Sound-Bar flooring system will be used in all of Bloor Homes future timber frame developments
Published: 09 September, 2007
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The Rochdale headquarters of Chandos Timber Engineering and Karmo Civil Engineering |
Chandos makes earth move
Chandos Timber Engineering, the Rochdale-based timber frame construction specialist, has bolstered its offer with the launch of a groundworks service
Published: 09 September, 2007
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New RIBA president Sunand Prasad
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New RIBA president takes office
New RIBA president looks to further Institute's action on climate change
Published: 05 September, 2007
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Smartroof has achieved Q-Mark certification |
Smartroof awarded Q-Mark approval
Seen as a major advance for the off-site sector, Wolf Systems' smartroof has secured BM TRADA Q-Mark certification
Published: 05 September, 2007
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The Royal Festival Hall's Southbank Centre will host TTJ's Wood Futures Conference, in association with the Medite 2016 Forum |
Conference charts wood's future
A host of preeminent speakers will discuss the future of wood in construction and examine its potential to meet the growing green agenda
Published: 31 August, 2007
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The spectacular roof and ceiling in 12mm birch plywood, protected by Dricon and Vacsol Aqua from Arch |
Arch does the double on the Savill Building
Arch Timber Protection provided both a preservative and fire retardant for the award-winning Savill Building
Published: 31 August, 2007
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Glulam could be used for the 12,000 capacity basketball arena |
Glulam could get Olympic nod
ODA shortlist puts glulam in the running for Olympic venues
Published: 29 August, 2007
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ISG Jackson toasts £1.8m Guinness Trust contract
Timber frame will feature highly in ISG Jackson's £1.8m contract to build 16 affordable homes in Westcliff-on-Sea
Published: 29 August, 2007
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BPF calls for end to Merton Rule
The British Property Federation has condemned the Merton Rule as inefficient, and wants more attention on materials like timber
Published: 22 August, 2007
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The TEK system was specified because of its excellent levels of thermal insulation |
Kingspan Off-Site contributes to luxury eco homes
Kingspan Off-Site’s TEK Building System has helped achieve an 'Excellent' rating in the EcoHomes Standard
Published: 22 August, 2007
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New timber systems factory is right on Target
Target founder Nick Whittle is hoping to 'up the ante' in the timber frame industry
Published: 20 August, 2007
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BBS panels being used in Europe |
James Jones and Binder form solid wood panels venture
A new joint venture company could pave the way for solid wood panel manufacturing plant in Scotland
Published: 20 August, 2007
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The secrets of success
The rise in timber frame specification will be just one of the seminar topics covered in this year's Interbuild's Timber Zone
Published: 20 August, 2007
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Timber helped provide an eye-catching but cost-effective solution for modern-day living |
Timber provides modern touch on Victorian house
When the owner of a Victorian terraced house in Cambridgeshire wanted a modern twist for her property's extension, timber provided the sustainable solution
Published: 20 August, 2007
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Timber construction at heart of £1.8m eco-build
A new multi-million pound project uses timber construction to beef up its green credentials
Published: 10 August, 2007
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Rod MacGillivray, managing director of Avebury, Alan Prole, managing director of Live Smart @ Home, and Councillor Malcolm Graham, at the UK’s first BoKlok site in Gateshead |
Work starts on UK's first BoKLok development
Gateshead will be the site of the UK's first BoKlok homes, the timber-framed properties pioneered in Scandinavia
Published: 10 August, 2007
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The new company specialises in the innovation and delivery of timber and steel-based modern methods of construction |
Kingspan launches ‘Super’ Off-Site division at Interbuild
Kingspan has brought together two of its largest building solutions companies to create a new ‘super’ off-site division which specialises in the innovation and delivery of modern methods of construction
Published: 07 August, 2007
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MP backs timber education drive
Eco-towns will promote sustainable living through design
Published: 07 August, 2007
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The Finnforest Merk Theatre is designed as an organic, interactive structure |
Innovative theatre design unveiled
Made from Kerto, the innovative design of the Finnforest Merk Theatre will seat more than 200 people
Published: 07 August, 2007
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Up for another award: the Savill Building in Windsor Great Park |
Savill Building makes Stirling shortlist
Having already scooped the Gold Award in last year's Wood Awards, the Savill Building is now up for the prestigious Stirling Prize
Published: 01 August, 2007
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Stephanie France and Derek Curtis in the revamped Pontefract Church |
Passion for design
Timber forms a central part of a West Yorkshire church's makeover
Published: 01 August, 2007
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SmartPly panels have proved especially effective in the production of the curved roof components |
SmartPly takes to the battlefields
SmartPly OSB gets the nod for new Culloden battlefield visitor centre
Published: 27 July, 2007
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The roof of Mosborough Village Hall has been built using the Jabroof SlimFix panel system |
SlimFix roof suits village hall
Public building opts for timber-based panel system
Published: 27 July, 2007
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Glulam beams and Warmcel 500 were used throughout the construction of the eco centre |
Timber at heart of eco centre
Sustainability was the key in the use of timber at Cockermouth School's new eco centre
Published: 27 July, 2007
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Timber is the best building material to use in flood-prone areas, says the UKTFA |
Timber best for flood plains, says UKTFA
The UK Timber Frame Association (UKTFA) has hit back at an article in the national press which suggested timber frame houses should not be built on flood plains
Published: 23 July, 2007
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Finnforest supplies roofing solution for Swedish store
The use of Finnforest’s Kerto LVL in the construction of a new IKEA store in Finland could pave the way for more store chains to begin using large roof panels
Published: 18 July, 2007
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Architects give timber the thumbs up
A survey of leading architects has revealed that nearly all would use timber in structural applications
Published: 09 July, 2007
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Engineered timber from Finnforest was used to clad the award-winning building |
Timber provides green touch for horticultural centre
Two engineered timber products from Finnforest have been used in an award-winning design for a new horticultural centre
Published: 09 July, 2007
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The double award winning Outdoor Activities Centre at Whitlingham Country Park |
Second award for 'exquisite' outdoor centre
ISG Jackson Special Projects is celebrating scooping a second award for its innovative Outdoor Activities Centre project at Whitlingham Country Park, Norwich
Published: 06 July, 2007
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More than 600m3 of laminated veneered timber was used for the theatre's internal walls |
Kerto hits the right notes
Finnforest's Kerto has been supplied for the Russia's Mariinsky Theatre
Published: 06 July, 2007
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The Dulwich timber and glass house featured on C4's Grand Designs |
TV house is showcase for timber
Featured on Channel 4‘s Grand Designs, Bill Bradley’s eco-friendly timber and glass house is the perfect showcase for timber
Published: 24 June, 2007
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UKTFA reveals timber frame growth
Timber's share of the new housing is on the up, as the latest figures show
Published: 18 June, 2007
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TDA hails pre-finished hardwood decking
Decking market gets ready for hardwood surge as Timbmet unveils new pre-finished range
Published: 18 June, 2007
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Cetol BL Opaque was used to finish timber cladding at the centre |
Opaque finish is on song
An opaque timber finish has been used to make a timber-clad building shine out as a beacon to endangered birds
Published: 18 June, 2007
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ODA's Bonfield praises timber progress
The head of the Olympic Development Authority's construction initiatives believes timber companies are ready to take advantage of 2012
Published: 18 June, 2007
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St George’s Roman Catholic Church Hall, Worcester Panton Sargent Ltd |
Wood Awards 2007 nets record entries
Record number of entries for awards that showcase the best in timber construction
Published: 18 June, 2007
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Robust approval
Wolf Systems Ltd’s easi-joist metal web floor system has been given Robust Detail approval
Published: 18 June, 2007
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Baufritz’s carbon positive house was popular with visitors to Grand Designs Live |
Grand Baufritz design
Baufritz’s carbon positive house took centre stage at Grand Designs Live at ExCeL, London
Published: 18 June, 2007
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Maple SupaWall praise
Langley-based Maple Timber Systems has been praised for its work on zero carbon homes and sustainability
Published: 18 June, 2007
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Timber goes under the hammer
Oak, douglas fir and straw are to be used to build a new auction house for Sworder Fine Art Auctioneers
Published: 18 June, 2007
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The new visitor centre at Cley Richard Osbourne Blue Pearl Photographic |
Marsh centre stars in Architecture Week
A cutting-edge, sustainable visitor centre utilising Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) timber has been completed by LSI Architects in Norfolk
Published: 18 June, 2007
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Cross-laminated timber triangles at FXB |
Building goes Xtreme
Cross-laminated timber triangles have been used to build a deconstructed Japanese T-House as part of the Festival of Xtreme Building (FXB) in Birmingham
Published: 18 June, 2007
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Levolux supplied a timber solar shading solution at Kew |
Solar solution
Solar shading timber fins have been installed by Levolux at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
Published: 18 June, 2007
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Cyclists in action at the velodrome |
Baltic pine on track
More than 50,000 linear metres of Baltic pine is being used to replace Manchester Velodrome's world famous cycling track
Published: 18 June, 2007
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The Optima system was used to construct the Lamanna Rise development in five months |
First Step for Optima
Ease of construction and the inclusion of high-quality components were key factors behind First Step Homes’ decision to include Kingspan Off-Site’s Optima system at a development in Cornwall
Published: 18 June, 2007
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TRADA touches down in 2008
TRADA’s In Touch with Timber conference is to become an annual event following the success of this year’s show
Published: 18 June, 2007
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Wimpey’s Oxley Woods development has been designed with the future in mind |
Wimpey opens door to sustainable homes
The first batch of sustainable homes to come out of the partnership between housebuilder George Wimpey and architect Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners (RSHP) have been unveiled at Oxley Woods, Milton Keynes
Published: 18 June, 2007
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BoKlok claims prize
The company behind the BoKlok timber frame housing development in the north-east has been awarded an architectural award for structural innovation
Published: 18 June, 2007
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The Haigh and Haigh development
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Six-storey timber build
Chandos Timber Engineering has craned the last roofing frames into place as it finishes off the north-west’s first six-storey timber apartment block
Published: 18 June, 2007
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ADG hits landmark
The Architects Design Group (ADG) is set to celebrate the completion of its 1,000th affordable home in the south-west
Published: 18 June, 2007
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The bridge will feature cumaru decking |
Bridge over the River Aire
FSC-certified cumaru timber is to be used to construct a 130-metre long McDowell & Benedetti-designed pedestrian bridge that will “snake” across the River Aire in Yorkshire
Published: 18 June, 2007
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Coillte remains bullish on timber frame
Luxury modular timber frame houses still a possibility, says Coillte
Published: 18 June, 2007
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The Osborne, Kingspan Offsite and ecoTECH houses in The Big Build |
OFFSITE on target
Timber-based sustainable construction caught the imagination of the mass media at the OFFSITE 2007 exhibition. Mike Jeffree reports
Published: 16 June, 2007
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The Engineered Timber Division led by Richard Jarvis
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Simpson Strong-Tie launches new division
In a major strategic move, connector manufacturer Simpson Strong-Tie has launched a dedicated Engineered Timber Division
Published: 14 June, 2007
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The glulam frame for Tesco's first eco-store: Finnforest is supplying more engineered timber for new eco supermarkets |
Asda follows Tesco with timber frame store
Finnforest UK has won the contract to supply the timber frame components for Asda's first eco-sensitive store
Published: 13 June, 2007
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The timber frame being constructed |
Carpenter hits the right notes
Carpenter Oak & Woodland has finished work on the frame for the new Camery building at Wells Cathedral
Published: 13 June, 2007
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A computer-generated impression of one of the Accoya bridges |
Accoya bridges the gap in the Netherlands
Accoya, the modified wood developed by Titan Wood, is being used to build two large heavy traffic road bridges in the Dutch province of Friesland
Published: 13 June, 2007
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The timber frame is erected |
Timber showcase at loch
Intended as an exemplar of sustainable timber design and construction, the new Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park headquarters at Balloch, near Glasgow, has begun on site.
Published: 13 June, 2007
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The planned timber frame business units |
Business units with green appeal
Environmentally sustainable business units are to be built adjacent to an award-winning timber gridshell building in Kent.
Published: 13 June, 2007
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The AHEC guide illustrates the use of US hardwood in flagship buildings |
An essential source of reference
The 100% Detail exhibition from September 21-24 has been chosen as the launch pad for the second edition of the American Hardwood Export Council's (AHEC) Hardwood References which illustrates use of US hardwood in flagship buildings.
Published: 22 October, 2006
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Professor Walker believes increased timber use could help tackle climate change |
BRE and Bath set up new research centre
A new partnership between BRE and University of Bath hopes to boost timber's usage in the UK
Published: 22 October, 2006
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Pinewood wins church project
Timber frame construction is helping the redevelopment of a London church provide environmental, acoustic and thermal insulation benefits
Published: 22 October, 2006
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Communal stairs from JELD-WEN were installed at an apartment block in the north-east |
JELD-WEN gets community minded
Communal stairs must meet standards in relation to the strength and weight bearing of the flight and the handrail or baluster
Published: 22 October, 2006
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Canada makes UK comeback
The Canadian industry has proved itself responsive to UK market demand
Published: 22 October, 2006
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SST's new Scottish base at Broxton |
Simpson Strong-Tie relocates in Scotland
Simpson Strong-Tie's new Scottish base will help improve product distribution
Published: 22 October, 2006
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Stewart Milne enjoys record profits
Tenth year in a row of profit growth for Stewart Milne Group
Published: 22 October, 2006
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TJI joists were chosen ahead of steel and concrete for Wyder Honda's new showroom |
Timber chosen ahead of rivals
Rising concerns about steel prices made timber the obvious choice for a new showroom
Published: 22 October, 2006
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TRADA takes to the road
TRADA has taken its timber frame training course back on the road
Published: 22 October, 2006
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The timber framed Ternery Hut in Norfolk was clad in untreated western red cedar |
Read all about Norfolk’s new green buildings
A new CPRE project highlights renewable energy and energy-conscious building techniques
Published: 22 October, 2006
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Supermarkets look at timber frame
Retailing giants Asda and Tesco are considering using timber for new stores
Published: 22 October, 2006
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Irish could boost UK construction
Enterprise Ireland claims UK construction wastes more than £10m each year through inefficient services
Published: 22 October, 2006
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Sikkens' Cetol range was used to maintain David Lloyd’s log cabin |
Game, set and match for Sikkens
David Lloyd turned to Sikkens after deciding against the cost of importing the Canadian woodstain
Published: 22 October, 2006
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Affordable housing in the forest
Sustainable timber and timber products are to be used in an affordable housing scheme in Scotland
Published: 22 October, 2006
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Pinewood designed and manufactured roof turrets for the Victoria Green project |
Pinewood turns out turret trusses
Pinewood has developed unusual prefab turrets for a north London residential development
Published: 22 October, 2006
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UK leads the way in innovative design
The UK is leading the way in innovative timber design
Published: 22 October, 2006
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Norbord is focusing on housing associations with its FSC-certified products WALKER TIMBER LTD |
Norbord targets housing associations
Norbord believes housing associations want FSC-certified timber
Published: 22 October, 2006
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Cedar shingles please planners
To meet strict planning rules, architects Lee Evans Partnership used western red cedar fire retardant shingles from John Brash & Co on the roof of a new £2m primary school in a conservation area at Lamberhurst, Kent.
Published: 22 October, 2006
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DTE's SIRS system being installed at Persimmon's Irlam development |
Persimmon trials SIRS roof system
Donaldson's SIRS was one of five roofing systems tested by national housebuilder Persimmon
Published: 22 October, 2006
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Graphisoft donates 3D software
Graphisoft wins praise over software donation
Published: 22 October, 2006
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The Poustinia cabins have won awards |
Poustinia win architectural awards
Bates Maher has scooped a top award for its 'poustinia' cabins
Published: 22 October, 2006
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WAVE building is topped out
The WAVE system will allow residents to benefit from low running costs
Published: 22 October, 2006
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Patio: the prototype family house |
Have flatpack, will travel
Architect claims 21st century will be the age of renewable timber
Published: 22 October, 2006
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Trio meets big treatment challenge
Timber industry joins forces for glulam solution
Published: 22 October, 2006
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From left: Barry O'Connor, managing director, McInerney Holdings plc; Ron Bowey, managing director, Bowey Homes Holdings; and Adrian Coleman, group acquisition director, McInerney Holdings plc |
McInerney buys Bowey Homes
McInerney boosts North-east operation with Bowey Homes purchase
Published: 22 October, 2006
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