Get ready for a global architectural journey! From Canada to Australia, this episode takes you through some of the most intriguing developments in the world of mass timber construction. As your host, I'm thrilled to invite you on this journey, starting with the groundbreaking A building at Centennial College. This marvel isn't just an architectural wonder, but also Canada's first lead gold, zero carbon mass timber high education building. We'll also discuss the crucial outcomes from the Niri pro...
Sep 18, 2023•7 min•Season 3Ep. 173
Prepare to embark on a truly global experience as we traverse the ins and outs of Mass Timber Construction, touching down in various continents to examine the most fascinating developments in the field. Your dedicated guide, Paul Kremer, takes you on an enlightening journey, starting in the United States where we look at the captivating images of concealed fixings for beam sections by Ralph Austin. We also zip to Singapore, where a project involving giant GLT beams is taking shape in the most in...
Sep 11, 2023•7 min•Season 3Ep. 172
Get ready to unlock the marvels of mass timber construction as we journey around the globe from Kansas City's eco-friendly airport terminal to Ontario's first Mass Timber Net Zero institutional building. Gain insights into a treasure trove of revolutionary designs and projects, including an innovative undertaking in Cincinnati and the groundbreaking Gensburg Center for Quantum Precision Measurement in California. Intriguing, right? That's not all! We reveal the ingenious hybrid design approach b...
Sep 03, 2023•7 min•Season 3Ep. 171
What if I told you that you could discover the future of building construction through one podcast episode? Well, brace yourselves for a whirlwind journey across the globe as we delve into the world of Mass Timber Construction. Tune in to hear about the notable industry insights on Timber Offsite Construction technology from our expert speakers at the upcoming Frame Australia event in Melbourne. Don't miss out on hearing about the significant changes in the Californian building code aimed at red...
Aug 21, 2023•6 min•Season 3Ep. 170
Prepare to journey into the mesmerizing world of mass timber construction around the globe. Unravel fascinating details about the cutting-edge developments in Sydney, Australia, where two significant designs are set to redefine architectural standards. Get the inside scoop on the Red Sea Destination Project, marking progress like never before and setting the stage for regenerative tourism. You'll be on the edge of your seat as we reveal the tallest mass timber project in the United States, a bea...
Aug 14, 2023•7 min•Season 3Ep. 169
Prepare to be enlightened as we navigate the inspiring trajectory of Amanda Sturgeon, the trailblazing CEO of Built by Nature, in this episode. Amanda's riveting journey from architecture to sustainability is a testament to her unwavering commitment to bridging the gap between the natural world and our built environment. Feeding your curiosity about the future of construction and urban living, she guides us through the challenges and triumphs of bringing sustainability to the forefront of the ar...
Aug 09, 2023•33 min•Season 3Ep. 168
Ready to navigate the bustling world of Master Timber Construction? Strap in as we bring you the most captivating news from this dynamic industry, guaranteeing you'll be at the edge of your seat. This episode starts off with an exciting preview of the upcoming prefabAUS conference in Australia and the Master Timber Forum I will be leading. Prepare to be enthralled as we discuss a monumental six-story design project by Shugri Ban and ABMK for Ukraine's largest hospital. The fascination doesn't st...
Aug 06, 2023•8 min•Season 3Ep. 167
Join us as we unlock the dimensions of prefabrication and timber construction in Australia with none other than Damien Crough, the founder of prefabAUS and an expert at Advanced Offsite consultancy. With a decade long experience in the industry, Damien's insights are primed to change the way you perceive the prospects of Prefab construction in the country. Get ready to venture into the intricate details of the upcoming Offsite 23 conference, geared to sketch a blueprint for the Prefab constructi...
Jul 26, 2023•25 min•Season 3Ep. 169
Do you fancy discovering the latest updates on mass timber construction from around the globe? Tune in and hear how the EU is turning the tides on carbon conversation policies and what you can do to influence it. This week, we feature the remarkable work of Emma, a PhD student making strides in the field of mass timber in South Africa, and her pursuit of achieving the United Nations' sustainable development goals. We also toast to the success of the Iron Creek Bay Farm Stay project, a fascinatin...
Jul 17, 2023•8 min•Season 3Ep. 166
Get ready to navigate the global landscape of mass timber construction with me, your host, Paul Kramer. From the buzzing streets of North London to the sun-drenched outskirts of Brisbane, we're taking you on a whirlwind tour of the latest mass timber projects that are reshaping the way we think about construction. First, we'll journey to the heart of corporate America, where software giant Sage is paving the way with their new office space at Ponce City Market. Next, we're jetting off to British...
Jul 03, 2023•6 min•Season 3Ep. 165
Get ready to embark on a captivating exploration of mass timber construction with me, your host, Paul Kramer. We're going to be traversing the globe, unveiling some truly enthralling developments in the field. From an audacious plan by a Swedish developer to construct the world's largest wooden city, to a brand new timber-constructed facility in Stuttgart, there's a lot to learn about the innovative and sustainable world of mass timber construction. We'll also be touching on a substantial fundin...
Jun 27, 2023•7 min•Season 3Ep. 164
Get ready to journey into the realm of mass timber construction with me, your guide, Paul Kramer. Promise you, by the end of this episode, you'll be well-versed on all the latest happenings in this industry. We'll be delving into the acquisition of StructureLand Mass Timber Corporation by Mercer Timber International and the consequent buzz it's creating in North America. Then, we'll touch on the international timber conference in Oslo, Norway, a must-know event for the timber enthusiasts. Intrig...
Jun 19, 2023•8 min•Season 3Ep. 163
Ready to gain valuable insights into the world of mass timber construction? Join us as we explore Timber Development UK's new publication, Timber Typologies, shining a spotlight on low carbon timber construction options and methodologies. We'll also keep you updated on the impressive progress of the 19-story mass timber building at 1510 Webster Street in downtown Oakland. But wait, there's more! In this episode, we reveal the recent $1 million federal funding granted to Oregon State University f...
Jun 12, 2023•6 min•Season 3Ep. 162
Get ready to dive into the world of mass timber construction with your host, Paul Kremer! This week's episode is packed with exciting news and developments, including Immersa International's recent court approval to purchase Structural and Mass Timber Corporation assets for a whopping 81 million US dollars. You'll also learn about Ascent and Cerro Cultural House winning the prestigious 2023 CTBUH Structure Award and the Best Building under 100 meters, respectively. In addition to these achieveme...
Jun 05, 2023•8 min•Season 3Ep. 161
Discover the future of sustainable construction as we explore the latest Mass Timber projects and innovations from around the world in this week's episode! We discuss Hines Development's successful opening of their flagship T3 development in Collingwood, Melbourne, Australia, and celebrate the University of Melbourne's incredible third-place win in the recent CTBUH competition for their Sense Scraper New York City design. Join us as we uncover Mortensen's ambitious plans to create a zero-carbon ...
May 28, 2023•6 min•Season 3Ep. 160
Are you ready to unravel the mysteries of mass timber construction? Join us as we sit down with our special guest, Jared Magnum Revay from Swinerton Timber Lab, who has 25 years of experience in the construction industry. In this eye-opening conversation, we navigate the complex communication pathways essential to make mass timber construction a success, from human interaction and language barriers to digital coding. Jared also shares his inspiring story of his migration to Taiwan and reveals hi...
May 21, 2023•45 min•Season 3Ep. 159
In this weeks episode, we discuss the projects of the week around mass timber construction land. Enjoy. Production by Deeelicious Beats Music "Game Play" by Quality Quest Podcast is a Mass Timber Construction Journal Production www.masstimberconstruction.com Sponsors of the Podcast: International Association for Mass Timber Construction (IAMTC) The International Association for Mass Timber Construction aims to promote and deliver value to its members and associated stakeholders through an all-en...
May 14, 2023•7 min•Season 3Ep. 157
In this weeks episode, we discuss the projects of the week around mass timber construction land. Enjoy. Production by Deeelicious Beats Music "Game Play" by Quality Quest Podcast is a Mass Timber Construction Journal Production www.masstimberconstruction.com Sponsors of the Podcast: International Association for Mass Timber Construction (IAMTC) The International Association for Mass Timber Construction aims to promote and deliver value to its members and associated stakeholders through an all-en...
May 07, 2023•6 min•Season 3Ep. 156
In this weeks episode, we discuss the projects of the week around mass timber construction land. Enjoy. Production by Deeelicious Beats Music "Game Play" by Quality Quest Podcast is a Mass Timber Construction Journal Production www.masstimberconstruction.com Sponsors of the Podcast: International Association for Mass Timber Construction (IAMTC) The International Association for Mass Timber Construction aims to promote and deliver value to its members and associated stakeholders through an all-en...
Apr 30, 2023•7 min•Season 3Ep. 155
In this weeks episode, we discuss the projects of the week around mass timber construction land. Enjoy. Production by Deeelicious Beats Music "Game Play" by Quality Quest Podcast is a Mass Timber Construction Journal Production www.masstimberconstruction.com Sponsors of the Podcast: International Association for Mass Timber Construction (IAMTC) The International Association for Mass Timber Construction aims to promote and deliver value to its members and associated stakeholders through an all-en...
Apr 30, 2023•7 min•Season 3Ep. 154
In this very special guest episode of the podcast, I speak with Adam Jones the founder of the CLT Toolbox. We talk about the Why we need to e liminate embodied carbon from the built environment for the betterment of humanity. How to b uild software products that demonetizes the cost of sustainability, and What CLT Toolbox does to make mass timber design easier than concrete or steel. Adam Jones is the Founder of CLT Toolbox, a structural design software that aims to make mass timber design as ea...
Apr 27, 2023•37 min•Season 3Ep. 153
In this weeks episode, we discuss the projects of the week around mass timber construction land. Enjoy. Production by Deeelicious Beats Music "Game Play" by Quality Quest Podcast is a Mass Timber Construction Journal Production www.masstimberconstruction.com Sponsors of the Podcast: International Association for Mass Timber Construction (IAMTC) The International Association for Mass Timber Construction aims to promote and deliver value to its members and associated stakeholders through an all-en...
Apr 10, 2023•8 min•Season 3Ep. 151
In this weeks episode, we discuss the projects of the week around mass timber construction land. Enjoy. Production by Deeelicious Beats Music "Game Play" by Quality Quest Podcast is a Mass Timber Construction Journal Production www.masstimberconstruction.com Sponsors of the Podcast: International Association for Mass Timber Construction (IAMTC) The International Association for Mass Timber Construction aims to promote and deliver value to its members and associated stakeholders through an all-en...
Apr 03, 2023•6 min•Season 3Ep. 150
In this special guest episode it is my pleasure to host Gianluigi Traetta who is the Specialist Sales Advisor - Technical - Commercial at Rubner Holzbau GmbH ‑ Srl based in Italy. We discuss the nature of the supply chain and talk about the logistics of transporting large section Glulam via break bulk shipping, and the 'ecosystem' of technology required to support the development of project that Rubner complete around the world. Giangi tells us about several projects that he has completed with p...
Apr 02, 2023•39 min•Season 3Ep. 149
In this weeks episode, we discuss the projects of the week around mass timber construction land. Enjoy. Production by Deeelicious Beats Music "Game Play" by Quality Quest Podcast is a Mass Timber Construction Journal Production www.masstimberconstruction.com Sponsors of the Podcast: International Association for Mass Timber Construction (IAMTC) The International Association for Mass Timber Construction aims to promote and deliver value to its members and associated stakeholders through an all-en...
Mar 27, 2023•7 min•Season 3Ep. 149
In this weeks episode, we discuss the projects of the week around mass timber construction land. Enjoy. Production by Deeelicious Beats Music "Game Play" by Quality Quest Podcast is a Mass Timber Construction Journal Production www.masstimberconstruction.com Sponsors of the Podcast: International Association for Mass Timber Construction (IAMTC) The International Association for Mass Timber Construction aims to promote and deliver value to its members and associated stakeholders through an all-en...
Mar 20, 2023•8 min•Season 3Ep. 148
In this weeks episode, we discuss the projects of the week around mass timber construction land. Enjoy. Production by Deeelicious Beats Music "Game Play" by Quality Quest Podcast is a Mass Timber Construction Journal Production www.masstimberconstruction.com Sponsors of the Podcast: International Association for Mass Timber Construction (IAMTC) The International Association for Mass Timber Construction aims to promote and deliver value to its members and associated stakeholders through an all-en...
Mar 13, 2023•8 min•Season 3Ep. 147
In this weeks episode, we discuss the projects of the week around mass timber construction land. Enjoy. Production by Deeelicious Beats Music "Game Play" by Quality Quest Podcast is a Mass Timber Construction Journal Production www.masstimberconstruction.com Sponsors of the Podcast: International Association for Mass Timber Construction (IAMTC) The International Association for Mass Timber Construction aims to promote and deliver value to its members and associated stakeholders through an all-en...
Mar 06, 2023•6 min•Season 3Ep. 146
It comes around quickly every year, and this year it is in March! The main man behind the microphone on the main stage at the #International #Mass #Timber #Conference is Arnie Didier and he is back talking to me again about the upcoming event in 2023. We annouce who the guest speakers will be at the conference, and talk about 'how to maximise the best of your time at the event'. In particular, the way that thought-provoking sessions early in the sessions can spark a world of exploration and disc...
Mar 01, 2023•33 min•Season 3Ep. 146
In this weeks episode, we discuss the projects of the week around mass timber construction land. Enjoy. Production by Deeelicious Beats Music "Game Play" by Quality Quest Podcast is a Mass Timber Construction Journal Production www.masstimberconstruction.com Sponsors of the Podcast: International Association for Mass Timber Construction (IAMTC) The International Association for Mass Timber Construction aims to promote and deliver value to its members and associated stakeholders through an all-en...
Feb 27, 2023•8 min•Season 3Ep. 145
