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"Timber frame housing now makes up a fifth of the market share of all new housing last year and could make a quarter of the market by 2008."
Construction News (9 October 2006) |
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| Timber is becoming the obvious choice for building and housing design. From structure and cladding to joinery, wood makes sense in terms of aesthetics, sustainability and affordability. However, the knowledge of sustainable sourcing, technical specification and treatment of wood seems to have become a trade known only to a few. In order to get the most out of timber, AJ would like to brief you with a series of expert presentations and case studies by leading wood specialists from architecture, engineering, furniture making and forestry: |
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Top 5 Reasons to attend:
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Complete overview on how to source timber from sustainable resources, both locally and internationally
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Expert briefing on useful timber species and their application for structure, cladding and joinery
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Best practice on how to treat wood for aesthetics, weathering and fire resistance
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Guidance to comply with latest building regulations for Part L and sustainable building
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One stop forum for networking with timber experts from architectural, structural engineering, forestry and many other wood specialist backgrounds.
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PLUS insightful case studies on timber: profit from practical examples to see how timber is innovatively used for housing, offices and complex structures. Do not miss out on this comprehensive best practice guide to working with timber. |
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Who should attend |
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Architects, Designers, Civil and Structural Engineers, House Builders, Property Developers
Local Planning Authorities, Environmental Consultants, Timber Manufacturers and Wood Specialists |
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What delegates
said about last year’s
Timber in Architecture
conferences
“Good overview including
appropriate case studies
of timber in architecture.”
C Lang, LB Hammersmith
& Fulham
“Well organised, dynamic
and synthesized
information.”
A Robert-Rodriguez
White Design Associates
“An eye opening insight
into a viable frame for
construction.”
M Jones, Walsh Associates
“A wake up call to the need
for design of low energy
and sustainable buildings.”
M Mitchell,
Structural Solutions |
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