Multi-Family / Mixed-Use

Light wood-frame construction has long been a go-to for high-density mid-rise projects that are also cost-effective. Mass timber is also increasingly used in this category, for “tall wood” buildings and to add value and beauty to projects of all scales. Both offer advantages that include a shorter construction schedule and a lighter carbon footprint (among others). Utilize the resources in this section to learn about the benefits and nuances of light-frame and mass timber systems in multi-family and mixed-use projects.
Solution Papers Accommodating Shrinkage in Multi-Story Wood-Frame Structures
Designing a wood-frame building that’s 3+ stories? As this paper demonstrates, accommodating wood shrinkage is both necessary and straightforward.
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Effective Termite Protection for Multi-Family and Commercial Wood Buildings Solution Papers
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Taking the Guesswork out of Mixed-Use Building Requirements Solution Papers
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Acoustical Considerations for Mixed-Use Wood-Frame Buildings Solution Papers
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Live Load Reduction on Wood-Frame Bearing Walls Expert Tips
Upcoming Multi-Family / Mixed-Use Events
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Mass Timber in Multi-Family: Key Considerations and Advanced Fire Design Online · West · April 22 @ 11:00 am – 1:30 pm PDT
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Mass Timber: Early Design Decisions & Tall Wood Code Provisions In Person · West · April 29 @ 2:00 pm – 6:30 pm MDT
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Oxbow Site Tour: A Firsthand Look at Mass Timber Construction In Person · South · April 29 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm EDT
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Mass Timber: Early Design Decisions & Tall Wood Code Provisions Online · West · May 1 @ 11:00 am – 1:30 pm MDT
Resources for Multi-Family / Mixed-Use Projects
Get the practical information you can apply to projects. Learn about the latest advances and code requirements, explore innovative projects, and expand your knowledge of wood design.
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CLT Shear Wall Options in the U.S. Expert Tips
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Design Considerations for Horizontal Penetrations in Glulam Beams Expert Tips
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Fire Design of Gypsum Wall Board Over Mass Timber Expert Tips
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How to Create a Vertical Addition with Mass Timber Expert Tips
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Mass Timber Insurance Playbook – U.S. Edition Guides, Manuals & Inventories
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Developing a Functionally Equivalent Design for Comparative WBLCA Expert Tips
Tools & Guides for Multi-Family / Mixed-Use Projects
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Guides, Manuals & Inventories
Detailed guidance on specific aspects of wood design and construction, plus inventories of fire and acoustically-tested assemblies.
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CAD & Revit Details
Hundreds of searchable details for mass timber and light wood-frame buildings.
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Online Calculators
Calculate height and area options or estimate your project’s wood carbon footprint.
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