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The world’s largest self-supporting timber gridshell Multihalle in Mannheim, Germany is restored

The Multihalle in Mannheim, Germany, stands as the world’s largest self-supporting timber gridshell, spanning over 60m and reaches heights of about 19m. Designed by renowned German architects in the mid-1970s,...

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Could the structural frame be 100% wood with no steel connection hardware or fasteners?

While the growth of mass timber is facilitated by a hybrid approach to using each of the key construction materials to suit their best properties, there is still a place...

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Inside The New Office Building Tauranga City Council

Built by LT McGuinness, it has a 6 Green Star Design rating and features rainwater harvesting, electric vehicle charging and facilities that encourage active commuting. LT McGuinness project director Craig...

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Construction woes: Here’s why it’s hurting out there …

There’s a winter muddle in housing. BUT it’s not all bad news, with interest rate trends a good sign for long term growth. And because of KiwiSaver funding, it is...