Office
Beauty + sustainability + biophilic design = market distinction for wood office buildings. Office projects tend to be fairly consistent in their need for large open spaces and future adaptability—both of which can be accommodated with wood and hybrid systems. Wood’s design flexibility lends itself to inspirational work environments. Its sustainability and light carbon footprint can communicate a company’s values through structure. Its cost competitiveness makes wood a viable choice for your next office project.
Case Studies Breaking Convention with Wood Offices
Wood framing creates inspirational work environments that are code compliant, cost effective and sustainable.
View ResourceUpcoming Events
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International Mass Timber Conference 2026 In Person · West · March 31 – April 2
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Selecting a Mass Timber Construction Type: Balancing Design Vision and Structural Reality Online · National · April 15 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm EDT
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Type III Fire-Resistant Design & Detailing for Exterior Walls, Shafts Online · South · April 21 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm EDT
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Mass Timber in Multi-Family Housing + Tour of 179 North 10th St In Person · Northeast · May 1 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm EDT
Resources for Office Building 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 Technical Reference Guide Guides, Manuals & Inventories
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Introduction to Wood: Structural Lateral Framing Design Continuing Education
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Introduction to Wood: Architectural Design Considerations Continuing Education
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A Master Class on Wood Lateral-Resisting Systems: In-Depth Diaphragm Layout and Analysis Continuing Education
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Interior Walls in Mass Timber Buildings Expert Tips
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Flame Spread Class and Mass Timber Expert Tips
Tools & Guides for Office Building 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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