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 -
Biophilic Design LookBook Building Trends -
Classifying Wood-Sheathed Diaphragms as Flexible or Rigid Expert Tips -
Design Example of a Cantilever Wood Diaphragm Design Examples -
Adding Insulation to a Fire-Tested Wall or Floor Assembly Expert Tips
Upcoming Events
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Mass Timber Tour: Upper Macungie Township Community Lifestyle Center In Person · Northeast · November 21 @ 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm EST
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Michigan Mass Timber in Design In Person · Midwest · December 2 @ 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm EST
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Mass Timber Structural Design: Engineering Modern Timber Structures Online · West · December 9 @ 11:00 am – 1:30 pm PST
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Western City Campus Pavilion Office Tour: A Firsthand Look at Mass Timber In Person · West · December 9 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm MST
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 -
Sealants and Adhesives at Intersecting Mass Timber Members Expert Tips
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Mass Timber Moisture Management for Construction Expert Tips -
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 -
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 & Inventories
Detailed guidance on specific aspects of wood design and construction, plus inventories of fire and acoustically-tested assemblies.
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CAD & Revit Details
Hundreds of searchable details for mass timber and light wood-frame buildings.
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Online Calculators
Calculate height and area options or estimate your project’s wood carbon footprint.
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