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Permanent Wood Foundations

A permanent wood foundation (PWF) is an engineered construction system that uses load-bearing exterior light-frame wood walls in a below-grade application. A PWF consists of...

Durability by design

“Durability by design” is the most important aspect of durable solutions.  It starts with using dry wood, storing it appropriately to ensure it stays dry, and then...
The University of British Columbia (UBC) Gateway building, a modern glass and timber structure surrounded by trees, with people walking and cycling in the foreground during the evening.

UBC Gateway

Province: British ColumbiaCity: VancouverProject Category: InstitutionalMajor Classification: A2 - Lecture hallsHeight: 5 storeysBuilding Area: 266,041 ft2 Description:...
The University of Toronto Academic Tower at the Goldring Centre, featuring a modern architectural design with a glass facade and a brown sloped roof, overlooking a sports field.

The Goldring Centre – University of Toronto Academic Tower

Province: OntarioCity: TorontoProject Category: InstitutionalMajor Classification: D  - OfficesHeight: 14 StoreysBuilding Area: 176,549 ft2 Description: The University...

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