Commercial Low-Rise
 
              Mass timber products are often used in commercial low-rise buildings for their aesthetic, but traditional wood-frame construction can also be a cost-effective option for projects such as restaurants, shopping malls, and big-box stores. Our resources can help you create versatile spaces that are cost-competitive and communicate the values of sustainable building design.
 
      Solution Papers 5-over-2 Podium Design: Part 1 – Path to Code Acceptance
First published in Structure, Part 1 of this two-part article covers design considerations and traditional approaches to 5-over-2 projects.
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                                      5-over-2 Podium Design: Part 2 – Diaphragm and Shear Wall Flexibility Solution Papers
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                                      Biophilic Design LookBook Building Trends
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                                      Classifying Wood-Sheathed Diaphragms as Flexible or Rigid Expert Tips
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                                      Design Example of a Cantilever Wood Diaphragm Design Examples
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                                      Adding Insulation to a Fire-Tested Wall or Floor Assembly Expert Tips
Upcoming Events
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                  Mass Timber in Multi-family Construction: Mid-Rise and Beyond Online · West · November 6 @ 11:00 am – 1:30 pm PST
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                  Designing Light-Frame Wood Structures Over Podiums: Seismic Considerations Online · National · November 11 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm EST
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                  Early Design Decisions: Priming Mass Timber Projects for Success In Person · South · November 12 @ 10:30 am – 1:30 pm CST
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                  Mass Timber in Multi-family Construction: Mid-Rise and Beyond In Person · West · November 13 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm PST
Resources for Commercial Low-Rise Projects
Get the practical information you can apply to projects. Learn about the latest advances and code requirements, explore innovative projects, and expand your knowledge of wood design.
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                                      Using Dead Loads to Resist Shear Wall Overturning Expert Tips
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                                      Sealants and Adhesives at Intersecting Mass Timber Members Expert Tips
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                                      Mass Timber Moisture Management for Construction Expert Tips
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                                      Delegated Design vs. Design Assist for Mass Timber Structures Expert Tips
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                                      Using Gun Nails in Wood-Framed Shear Walls and Diaphragms Expert Tips
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                                      Exterior Walls in Mass Timber Buildings – Part 3: Cladding Material Allowances, Types, and Support Details Expert Tips
Tools & Guides for Commercial Low-Rise Projects
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          Guides, Manuals & InventoriesDetailed guidance on specific aspects of wood design and construction, plus inventories of fire and acoustically-tested assemblies. View Guides, Manuals & Inventories
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          CAD & Revit DetailsHundreds of searchable details for mass timber and light wood-frame buildings. View CAD & Revit Details
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          Online CalculatorsCalculate height and area options or estimate your project’s wood carbon footprint. View Online Calculators
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