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.
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Tour of Clemson Forestry and Environmental Conservation Building In Person · South · June 18 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm EDT
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The Timber High Rise Advantage: Design & Cost Considerations for Tall Wood In Person · South · June 23 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm EDT
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The Timber High Rise Advantage: Design & Cost Considerations for Tall Wood Online · West · June 24 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm EDT
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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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Fire-Resistance Requirements of Lateral Framing Expert Tips
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Force Transfer Around Openings (FTAO) Analysis for complex Shear Wall Openings Continuing Education
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Interior Detailing for Fire, Acoustics, and Structural in Light-Frame Wood Construction Continuing Education
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Intermediate Lateral Analysis of Modern Light-Frame Wood Buildings: Three Courses Continuing Education
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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
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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