- No Metal, No Screws, No Worries — Barbados Arts Centre Uses World’s Largest Wooden Truss
by Jason Ross on December 22, 2025 at 12:47 amBarbados’ new National Performing Arts Pavilion — built using 24‑metre (80‑foot) timber trusses and engineered to withstand hurricane‑force winds — was assembled on site in just four months. Designed by Adjaye Associates as a “meanwhile use” venue perched atop the permanent centre’s foundations, the all‑timber structure forms the first phase of an 85,000‑square‑foot cultural complex
- Inside Limberlost Place — The 10‑Storey Timber Building Using Lake Ontario for Climate Control
by Jason Ross on December 19, 2025 at 2:58 amA 10‑storey mass timber tower on Toronto’s waterfront — the first building to use deep‑lake water for both heating and cooling — has been named Global Best Project of the Year by Engineering News‑Record, beating out 90 projects from 24 different countries. “This global recognition reflects the dedication of our people and partners to tackle
- Build, Baby Build: oWow’s 11‑Story Plyscraper to Rise in Downtown Oakland
by Wood Central on December 18, 2025 at 2:24 amIt’s official. After several rounds of proposals, an 11‑story post‑and‑plate mass‑timber tower will rise over the site of 1523 Harrison Street in Oakland after revised plans were approved by the City of Oakland this week, clearing the way for oWOW to build on a site once envisioned to be a 28‑story “plyscraper.” Wood Central understands
- Bhutan Builds New Glulam Line as the King’s Mindfulness City Takes Shape
by Jason Ross on December 16, 2025 at 11:54 pmA leading European plant manufacturer, Ledinek, is preparing to supply Bhutan’s first purpose‑built glulam production line for the Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC), marking a significant step forward for what is emerging as the world’s most ambitious timber‑based urban development. Wood Central understands the facility will support early construction at the GMC, a vast new district
- Built in 10 Months — Barbados’ New Mass‑Timber School Can Withstand Hurricanes
by Jason Ross on December 15, 2025 at 5:58 amA new brightly coloured school has opened on the beachfront in Bridgetown, offering a prototype for climate‑resilient education in regions facing rising seas and increasingly severe tropical storms. The Oceana Innovation Hub uses mass timber to test a new model for rapid, low‑carbon school construction across the Caribbean. AMMA — the new studio established by
Case Studies
Welcome to our timber design Case Studies page, where we showcase major projects and product innovations from around the world. Here, you'll find articles with detailed insights into exceptional timber design and engineering feats, highlighting how timber is revolutionising the construction industry. From sustainable residential homes to large-scale commercial buildings, each case study explores the creative use of timber in various applications. Learn about cutting-edge techniques, sustainability benefits, and the innovative minds behind these remarkable projects. Discover how timber is shaping the future of architecture and inspiring new possibilities. Explore our curated collection to gain inspiration and knowledge for your next project.
