Hybrid

Wood is often used in combination with other building systems to realize benefits greater than those offered by each system alone. Examples include light wood-frame walls with mass timber floors and roofs, steel elements in long-span wood floor systems, and concrete foundations, podiums, and cores. Areas, where different materials and systems intersect, require particular attention. Our resources can help you overcome challenges and achieve successful hybrid projects.
Research Survey of International Tall Wood Buildings
This report summarizes a survey of ten tall timber buildings in several countries, from the perspectives of the Developer/Owner, Design Team, Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), and Construction Team. It also examines the topics of project insurance, project financing, and building operations and performance.
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Shaft Wall Solutions for Light-Frame and Mass Timber Buildings Solution Papers
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Using Wood in Types I and II Construction Expert Tips
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Wood Framing Delivers Impactful Design + Big Savings for New High School Case Studies
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Wind Design of Timber Panelized Roof Structures Design Examples
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Warehouse Expansion Uses Glulam Beams for Innovative Roof in Culver City Case Studies
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Occupied Roof Decks and Allowable Building Size Expert Tips
Upcoming Hybrid Events
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High-Performance Envelopes in Wood Construction Online · National · June 11 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm EDT
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Tall Wood Construction + Michigan State University STEM Facility Site Tour In Person · Midwest · June 13 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm EDT
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One Bridgeland Green Tour In Person · South · June 18 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm CDT
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Understanding Mass Timber and Cold-Formed Steel Hybrid Construction Online · National · July 9 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm EDT
Resources for Hybrid 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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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
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Design Considerations for Poured Toppings on Mass Timber Floor Panels Expert Tips
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CLT Shear Wall Options in the U.S. Expert Tips
Tools & Guides for Hybrid 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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