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 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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Mid-Rise Design, Optimizing Size, Maximizing Value Online · West · August 13 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm PDT
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Mass Timber Acoustic Design: Variables and Solutions Online · National · September 9 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm EDT
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Mass Timber School Design + Workbench Tour In Person · South · September 15 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm CDT
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Type III Fire-Resistant Design for Exterior Walls, Shafts and Intersections Online · South · September 22 @ 11:30 am – 1:30 pm EDT
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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Why Consider a Panelized Wood Roof System for Commercial Buildings Solution Papers -
Panelized Wood Roofs: Enclosure Design for Long-Term Performance Expert Tips -
Treatment Options for CLT and Limits on Exterior Use Expert Tips -
Concealed Spaces in Light-Frame Wood Construction Expert Tips
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Wood Construction Applications in Industrial and Warehouse Facilities Continuing Education
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Mass Timber in Volumetric Modular Construction 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 impact.
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