Nestled in the Rocky Mountains of northern Idaho, the Humbird Hotel at Schweitzer redefines mountain architecture with modern construction materials such as exposed cross-laminated timber (CLT), glue-laminated timber (glulam), board-formed concrete, metal, and glass.
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Mass timber structures are entering the discussion for many projects in North America, and increasingly for taller buildings. This is, in part, due to recent code changes allowing for combustible construction in taller structures. However, interest in the industry is driven by a larger trend—the need for fast action to mitigate climate change.
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Laminated veneer lumber (LVL) and glue-laminated (glulam) timber products are designed for applications where they will be highly stressed under design loads. Drilling or notching of LVL and glulam should typically be avoided. But, in situations where it cannot be avoided, this article provides some helpful guidelines.
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To meet the growing interest in urban vegetable gardening and raise awareness of healthy eating and food self-sufficiency, several organizations are constructing buildings and sites devoted to the ‘edible education’ trend.
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Designing large buildings with wood offers distinct design options typically not found in other structural materials, along with advantages in economics, energy efficiency, and other sustainability factors.
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