| 1 Provider Name: BC Wood Specialties Group Course #: WTGBM23-01 Recognized: AIBC 1 Core LU, AIA 1 LU, BC HOUSING 1 CPD Informal, AAA 1 Unstructured LU, OAA ConEd One Learning Hour Title of Learning Activity: Site Tour of Oceanfront Squamish – Presentation Centre and Public House Presenter name: Stephane Laroye Date of Activity: September 7th, 2023 Length of Activity: 1.0 hour Method of Delivery: Face-to-face presentation and guided tour of mass timber building Presentation Location: 39500 Galbraith Ave, Squamish, BC Activity Summary:
Oceanfront Squamish is believed to be the largest (100 acre) waterfront urban design project in one of the fastest growing communities in the British Columbia - creating a sustainable, carbon neutral and complete community. The project will accommodate 6,500 new residents in combination with space for 2,500 jobs and over 20 acres of parks and public space. The retail village will connect directly with the existing downtown and will include cafés, brewpubs and artisans fronting a new waterfront park and the majestic Howe Sound. It will feature an education district as well as light industrial, R&D and manufacturing in order to serve the growing Rec-Tech industry in Squamish. The Oceanfront plan features a pedestrian-oriented design that allows residents to work, shop and enjoy the great outdoors within walking distance of their new homes.
This site tour and presentation features the new Oceanfront Squamish 3-storey Presentation Centre and Public House which is envisioned to be a gathering place and a beacon for the Squamish Oceanfront Community. With its place of prominence adjacent to the 7-acre public park and community plaza, the building aims to engage and inspire. Wood is used and featured throughout the building design with mass timber playing a central role, emphasizing the use of this renewable resource and feature natural, genuine and local products. On the exterior, natural dead-tree cedar shake will be accented by robust galvanized metal, a nod to the community’s industrial heritage. Mass timber, CLT and glulam, will provide a significant volume of net sequestered carbon reducing the building’s environmental impact. The Presentation Centre features an open concept that will create a strong connection to the Oceanfront Park through expansive glazing, allowing the natural wood interiors to be viewed from outside the building. The Centre will provide opportunities to showcase the Oceanfront Squamish site as well as celebrate the greater community and culture of Squamish. The Public House, Brewery/Restaurant, has been designed to create a fun and inviting dining experience with direct views of the Oceanfront Park and Howe Sound. The restaurant can spill out onto two separate patios in the summer and fair weather days while still providing enough indoor seating to remain viable during inclement weather. Learning Objectives:
- See first-hand how a 3-storey mass timber building is designed and constructed to meet the BC Energy Step Code 2
- Discover how Exposed CLT and glulam are used throughout a structure in a nod to the community’s heritage in forestry and the building’s reduced environmental impact
- Understand the collaboration processes between the design, build and mass timber manufacturing teams from design assist to supply to installation
- Discover a new waterfront urban design project in British Columbia which seeks to solidify a sustainable, carbon neutral and complete community
Presenter: |
|
|
|
| Stephane Laroye | SLA Architects
During his 27 years in the industry, Stephane has participated in many project types and delivery methods. As an architect and urban planner, he participates in every stage of projects and leads projects from conceptual site planning through to the project Close-out. He enjoys being hands-on and being actively involved at every stage of a project.
Establishing Stephane Laroye Architect Inc. (SLA) in 2016, SLA is proud to provide Master Planning, Urban Design, Site Planning, Feasibility Studies (working closely with land economics consultants) on Multi-Family, Mixed-Use, Placemaking and Infrastructure projects, providing full services from schematic design, detailed design, contract documentation, field review and construction contract administration, and project close-out. SLA focuses on creating great work through collaboration, attention to detail and experience with a keen interest in Passive House and engineered wood solutions. SLA strives to design projects that are contextual and sensitive, and loved by their community.
Stephane graduated from the University of Waterloo, School of Urban and Regional Planning (B.E.S. Planning) and the University of British Columbia, School of Architecture (B.Arch.). He is a member of the Architectural Institute of British Columbia (Architect AIBC), the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (MRAIC), the Canadian Institute of Planners (MCIP, RPP), Construction Specifications Canada (SPECA), Passive House Canada and is a LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP). |
|
|
| 2 Provider Name: BC Wood Specialties Group Course #: WTGBM23-02 Recognized: 1 Core LU related to Indigenous Peoples Learning Recognized by the AIBC, AIA 1 LU, BC HOUSING 1 CPD Informal, AAA 1 Structured LU, OAA ConEd One Learning Hour Title of Learning Activity: BC Wood with an Indigenous View Presenter name: Nancy Mackin, Ric Durfeld, Gary Leon Date of Activity: September 7th, 2023 Length of Activity: 1.0 hour Eligible for 1 Core LU related to Indigenous Peoples Learning Recognized by the AIBC Method of Delivery: Face-to-face presentation Presentation Location: Whistler Conference Centre, Whistler, B.C. Activity Summary:
Wood has been in BC Indigenous cultures' architecture for thousands of years. Indigenous builders in what is now British Columbia employed different woods in architecture depending on the characteristics and availability of each species. For example, Western red-cedar is called the "real tree" by coastal Indigenous communities because of its historic -- and ongoing -- importance in construction and other uses. Looking forward, wood can be thoughtfully employed in architecture to construct sustainable community buildings and housing while opening opportunities for First Nations participation in design and construction.
Log craftsman Ric Durfeld, Tsawwassen First Nation artist Karl Morgan, and architect Nancy Mackin will review completed and future projects that illustrate connections among BC woods (especially heavy timber and mass timber), Indigenous architecture, and reconciliation goals including language revitalization, artifacts repatriation, ecological well-being, and cultural expression.
Learning Objectives:
- Introduce concepts of cultural guidance during design and construction as a way to shape architecture so it meaningfully reflects the Indigenous history of the site or region
- Learn about Indigenous architecture, and reconciliation goals including language revitalization, artifacts repatriation, ecological well-being, and cultural expression
- Discover the collaboration between Architect and the log and timber manufacturers in coordinating the construction of a complex hybrid structure
- Learn about the historic and on-going importance of Western Red Cedar in construction and other uses
Presenters: |
|
|
|
| Dr. Nancy Mackin | Mackin Architects
Dr. Nancy Mackin, Architect AIBC AIA LEED AP, has presented her architectural work in Norway, Denmark, Iceland, New Zealand, Finland, Italy, Australia, Portugal, USA, and across Canada from the Arctic Ocean to the Atlantic Seaboard to the West Coast. Her architectural practice is committed to community-based design and respect for each community's unique ecological and cultural context. She is recognized for her "visionary uses of wood" (Wood Design and Building jury 2022) particularly locally sourced woods in combination with other ecologically-wise structural systems. As principal of Mackin Architects Ltd., she is currently working with 12 First Nations communities on cultural, residential, institutional, and educational projects including 4 museum/ arts facilities and several youth and daycare facilities. Recent awards include Architectural Foundation of BC Award of Excellence “Equity” 2022, Wood Design and Building “Against the Grain” award 2022, and SAB Canada Green Building Award 2021. |
|
|
|
| Ric Dürfeld | Dürfeld Log &Timber
For over 40 years, Ric and his company Dürfeld Log & Timber have focused on quality and attention to detail. Each project represents the highest level of value in both the trees used as well as the precise fit and finish, core qualities that the company is known for. DL&T believes in a ‘cultural approach’ to business – respecting and building on the values from the past to help us realize a sustainable future. Ric regards it a privilege to be involved in an industry that combines the two most valuable resources in British Columbia – its people, and its forests. |
|
|
|
|
|
| Gary Leon (Talekwitsen) | Carver
Talekwitsen was born in Mission, BC and raised in his home community of Sts'ailes. In 1991, on basis of the work he had already produced, he was accepted to study and train at the Kitanmaax Northwest Coast Indian Art School also known as K'san, in Hazelton, BC. Gary graduated from the 4-year course in April 1995. He then moved to Williams Lake and for six years taught art in the local schools and held workshops in the surrounding communities Gary is a fine carver of masks, bentwood bowls and boxes, talking sticks, totem poles, and drums. His silkscreen prints are particularly successful, and are now on the walls of many homes. As well, he produces original silkscreened t-shirts and other clothing that would sell as fast as he could produce them.
He is a multi-talented artist, other pieces or art that he has made include dug-out canoes, button blankets, plaques and display paddles. Gary's work has found homes around the world, with pieces in the USA, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, Switzerland, Germany, Nepal and across Canada. A past project brought two of Gary's 6-foot totem poles to his home community. The poles stand at the entrance to the community hall. The pieces contain shapes of animals common to several family crests of family members; an eagle and a bear on one and a raven and a human on the other.
Now as a teacher Gary hopes to pass on some of the creative inspiration he inherited from his uncle, Rockv Leon, a renowned canoe builder. Gary currently teaches Traditional Teachings at the Sts'ailes Community School where he has been teaching art and carving and basic design and painting for the past thirteen years. In recognition of his quality work, Gary has been asked to submit designs for significant public and private projects. Gary's designs come to him very clearly; he seems almost to be tracing things that others cannot sec.
|
|
|
| 3 Provider Name: BC Wood Specialties Group Course #: WTGBM23-03 Recognized: AIBC 1 Core LU, AIA 1 LU, BC HOUSING 1 CPD Informal, AAA 1 Structured LU, OAA ConEd One Learning Hour Title of Learning Activity: The Whole Wood Approach –Demonstration projects aiming for net-zero carbon Presenter name: Shelley Craig and Jordan Edmonds Date of Activity: September 7th, 2023 Length of Activity: 1.0 hour Method of Delivery: Face-to-face presentation Presentation Location: Whistler Conference Centre, Whistler, BC Activity Summary: The presentation will include the review of two whole wood buildings implementing a whole wood approach – the Dowel Laminated Timber (DLT) Production Facility in Golden, BC; and the BCIT Carpentry Pavilion. Located in the Columbia Valley, the Dowel Laminated Timber (DLT) Production Facility will use locally harvested fibre for the construction of the building and for the future production of DLT construction systems. The production facility is a demonstration project and living lab that promotes value-added, sustainable BC wood products. Targeting net-zero carbon and implementing a “whole wood” approach, 80% of the construction materials are fibre based. When completed, the facility will produce DLT construction systems for the North American market. As a demonstration project, research partnerships have been established with UBC, UNBC, and FII to test the innovative wood components, minimizing material use and maximizing efficacy of the structure, cladding and assemblies. The prefabricated, wood-based low rise industrial building project is a resilient, low carbon, locally harvested cradle-to-cradle building that can replace steel and tilt up concrete construction. We acknowledge with respect the Ktunaxa and Shuswap Nations on whose traditional territory the Production Facility in Dowel Laminated Timber is located, and whose historical relationship with the land continues to this day. The BCIT Carpentry Pavilion will be a living lab that demonstrates construction mass timber building strategies to the Carpentry students through the design process, fabrication and the building. All elements of the project have been developed from a data-driven design perspective that aims for pedagogical sharing. The project is targeting passive house certification and net-zero carbon. We acknowledge with respect the Coast Salish Nations of xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) on whose traditional territory BCIT is located, and whose historical relationship with the land continues to this day. Learning Objectives: 1. Learn about the whole wood approach in sustainable development, which maximizes the value of wood fibre, endeavoring to utilize 100% of a trees wood and bark fibre 2. Learn about the whole wood approach in prefabrication/tilt-up, which allows for the entire building wall assembly to be pre-installed prior to being lifted into place 3. Explore living lab processes, research and development in partnership with UBC Department of Wood Science and FP Innovations currently underway to create a new bark composite cladding material. 4. Explore integrating pedagogy throughout the design process. Presenters: |
|
|
|
| Shelley Craig | Urban Arts Architecture
Principal, Architect AIBC, FRAIC, A.A.Dipl, B.E.S Shelley Craig has been working with community clients for the past 25 years, specializing in community, library, and post-secondary projects. She is well known for her commitment to a community led design process that is founded in supporting the social and environmental goals of the region. In addition to the BCIT Carpentry Pavilion and the Dowell Laminated Facility, Shelley is working on the T’Sou-Ke Community Complex featuring NLT construction, SARA Supportive Housing for Women in Mission, BC and three library projects. Her recently completed Radium Hot Springs Community Centre and Library was one of the first DLT buildings in Canada and received a SAB Green Building Award. Known as the 100 Mile building, 80% of the materials and trades were obtained locally. Other innovative wood buildings include the Summerland Branch Library and the Engineering Student Centre at UBC. Shelley is well known for her commitment to "built in BC" design and research. She has received a BC Woodworks 2019 Wood Champion Award, Wood First Premier's Award, AIBC Innovation Award and the 2009 WoodWorks Architect Award for her work featuring wood design and research. Shelley has presented lectures across the country on UAA's wood design and research, and currently sits on the Canadian Wood Council as a board member and national architectural industry representative. |
|
|
|
| Jordan Edmonds | Urban Arts Architecture
Principal, Architectural Technologist AIBC, B. Arch Sci., LEED AP BD+C As the UAA Technical Director, Jordan brings a high level of technical and sustainable development expertise to UAA's projects. Specializing in mass timber construction technologies and environmental stewardship, Jordan is focused on making buildings more sustainable, just, and equitable.
Jordan has extensive experience working on complex institutional, housing and community projects. Jordan has recently completed the Tla’amin Elders Housing that fulfilled a 30 year old vision from the community to provide Elders with a safe and accessible space to age-in-grace. Funded through the Federal Government’s Rapid Housing Initiative (RHI), the project was built in 11 months using conventional wood construction. He was also the Technical Director for the Radium Community Hall and Library. In addition to the BCIT Carpentry Pavilion and the Dowell Laminated Facility, Jordan is currently working on the Aboriginal Land Trust Housing and Healing Centre development in the heart of Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside.
Jordan graduated from the Ryerson University with a Bachelor of Architectural Science in 2007, was the recipient of the Page and Steele Architects Award, and is a LEED Accredited Professional for Building Design + Construction. |
|
|
|
| Introduction of new concept design tool-Timber X Learn how mass timber structurally compares to steel and concrete Created for developers, architects and engineers for the early stages of a building project, TimberX is a concept design tool that provides high-level insight and comparative outcomes of mass timber, concrete, and structural steel systems. Timber X summarizes four primary outcomes:
- The weight of the system
- The overall structural depth of the system
- The approximate cost of the structure
- The approximate embodied carbon of the structure
This tool was developed by WSP Canada Inc. with costing partner BTY Global, and peer reviewed by Timber Engineering Ltd. Funded by Forestry Innovation Investment.
|
|
|
| William Johnston | WSP
William Johnston is an accomplished structural engineer with over 20 years of diverse experience. He currently leads the WSP team in BC, and is a member of WSP’s global structural leadership team, representing a team of 2,000 structural specialists. William chairs WSP’s global mass timber working group, and is a member of the Wood WORKS! BC Governance Committee. William’s global experience extends through Canada, South Africa, United Kingdom, Nigeria, Kenya, and South Sudan. His portfolio is varied, from a prestigious high-rise tower in London, to Africa’s first “Green” city, to mass timber structures in Vancouver.
|
|
|
|
| 4 Provider Name: BC Wood Specialties Group Course #: WTGBM23-04 Recognized: AIBC 1 Core LU, AIA 1 LU, BC HOUSING 1 CPD Informal, AAA 1 Structured LU, OAA ConEd One Learning Hour Title of Learning Activity: Design for Constructability Presenter name: Meike Engel, Mike Marshall Date of Activity: September 7th, 2023 Length of Activity: 1.0 hour Method of Delivery: Face-to-face presentation Presentation Location: Westin Hotel, Whistler, BC Activity Summary: The burgeoning shift toward mass timber construction has rightfully begun to shift designers’ focus toward Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA). Much of the focus to date has centered on the ‘manufacturing’ aspect of DfMA, with the ‘assembly’ component (namely building erection and sequencing), often underrepresented during early design phases. “Someone else will figure out how to put this up later” or “Design by Others” is no longer appropriate in the age of offsite construction and preplanning, and prefabrication.
To fully capitalize upon the speed, safety, noise reduction, and general smoothness on site that mass timber construction can provide, additional early design focus needs to be put on means and methods of construction, in combination with the use of highly tolerant and constructable details. This specialized and nuanced expertise tends to be absent from the core consultant team typically engaged at the start of the project. Generally, design is delegated to the timber fabricators, erectors, and specialty timber engineers often brought on much later. This presentation will showcase best practices and how to inject this valuable expertise into a project team early on by comparing two recently completed mass timber office buildings in Silicon Valley, California.
Learning Objectives:
1. Preliminary Design Approach - Explore the complexity of front-end planning for prefabricated projects and the roles and interplay between designers and builders. 2. Design for Fabrication and Installation - Examine the pivotal role that installation and fabrication plays in arriving at appropriate design solutions. 3. Construction Challenges and Solutions - Review several complex and unforeseen construction challenges that were solved through close collaboration between designers and builders to meet site, schedule, budget, and safety requirements. 4. Discover the speed, safety, noise reduction, and general smoothness on site that mass timber construction can provide Presenters: |
|
|
|
| Meike Engel | Aspect Structural Engineers
B.Eng., E.I.T., Project Engineer Meike has worked on a variety of projects including commercial buildings, custom homes, architectural stairs, and renovation projects. She also provides construction engineering and specialty design services for mass timber installers. Through this experience, she has developed a strong understanding of mass timber construction including elements such as prefabrication, structural design, sequencing and logistics, and on-site constructability. Prior to joining Aspect, Meike worked in the technical sales department at a CLT / Glulam manufacturer. This varied experience provides her with a unique practical skillset that she applies to all her work.
|
|
|
|
| Mike Marshall | Kinsol Timber Systems
B.SC., MA ORGL, Partner & CEO Mike leads Kinsol with 20 years of experience spanning all aspects of the timber industry, from automated and digital manufacturing, sales, marketing and management. Mike has spent much of his career in the leadership of the design and construction of some of Canada’s most innovative timber structures. Having led many innovative adventure projects, Mike is a valuable resource when it comes to leading and steering design teams through the challenges of concept creation, constructability, and budgeting. |
|
|
|
| 5 Provider Name: BC Wood Specialties Group Course #: WTGBM23-05 Recognized: AIBC 1 Core LU, AIA 1 LU, BC HOUSING 1 CPD Informal, AAA 1 Structured LU, OAA ConEd One Learning Hour Title of Learning Activity: Specifying wood species and products from BC’s value-added wood industry Presenter name: Darin Dalry, Tom Zhang, Paul Mackie Date of Activity: September 8th, 2023 Length of Activity: 1.0 hour Method of Delivery: Face-to-face demonstration workshop Presentation Location: Whistler Conference Centre, Whistler, B.C. Activity Summary: British Columbia’s vision is to build a stronger, more resilient forestry industry through more value-added manufacturing. British Columbians expect that we get the most value from our forests and create more jobs for every tree harvested, and that secondary manufacturers have access to the timber they need to invest and grow their operations. Value-added wood products are increasingly in demand as alternatives to carbon-intensive construction products such as cement. Value-added manufacturers prove that B.C.’s forestry industry can get more value and create more jobs for every tree harvested. BC Wood is a not-for-profit trade association that has represented British Columbia’s value-added wood products industry for over 30 years. It is an industry-led association with a membership base of 120+ wood products manufacturers, representing value-added sectors in every region of the province. In this demonstration workshop presented by 3 manufacturers, attendees will gain more insight BC value-added wood products being produced today and their sustainability values. More specifically they will see demonstrations on qualities and uses of Hemfir(N), on architectural features of Western Red Cedar, and on fire retardant treated roof shakes and shingles. Learning objectives:
1. Discover the strength qualities, applications, and sourcing of Hemfir (N) 2. Understand the architectural applications and qualities of Western Red Cedar 3. Learn about fire retardant treated roof shakes and shingles 4. Learn about British Columbia’s commitment to forest sustainability and the next generation of value-added wood products being developed or specified in the building sector Presenters: |
|
|
|
| "Cool Rated Shakes and Shingles"
Darin Dalry | Watkins Sawmills/Chemco.
Darin Dalry has been with the Watkins Group’s Chemco-SaferWood division for 38 years and was part of the innovative team to develop Thermex-FR, the world’s first and only IWUIC compliant exterior fire retardant. Today, Darin is General Manager overseeing the premier appearance grade FRTW operation and WUI code compliance in Ferndale WA, USA. |
|
|
|
| "Qualities and Uses of Hem-Fir"
Chao (Tom) Zhang | UBC
Chao (Tom) Zhang is a research engineer and serves as the lab manager of the Timber Engineering and Applied Mechanics Laboratory at the University of British Columbia (Department of Wood Science). He has been working on the research and development of wood and engineered wood products for over 15 years. He is also experienced in product certification for wood and wood-related products in North America.
|
|
|
|
|
|
| "Architectural Features Using Western Red Cedar"
Paul Mackie | Western Red Cedar Lumber Association
Media voice and face of the Western Red Cedar Lumber Association also known as Mr. Cedar. Internationally recognized as an expert on all things related to Western Red Cedar building materials. Source of technical information and sources for Western Red Cedar for architects, designers, distributors, builders and homeowners. |
|
|
| 6 Provider Name: BC Wood Specialties Group Course #: WTGBM23-06 Recognized: AIBC 1 Core LU, AIA 1 LU, BC HOUSING 1 CPD Informal, AAA 1 Structured LU, OAA ConEd One Learning Hour Title of Learning Activity: Pre-fabricated building systems and products from BC’s value-added wood industry Presenter name: Oliver Tritten, Kelly Marciniw, Oliver Lang Date of Activity: September 8th, 2023 Length of Activity: 1.0 hour Method of Delivery: Face-to-face demonstration workshop Presentation Location: Whistler Conference Centre, Whistler, B.C. Activity Summary: British Columbia is recognized as a global leader in sustainable forest management, meeting the environmental, social and economic needs of current and future generations. Stringent forest laws, skilled forestry professionals, comprehensive monitoring and enforcement support our renewable resource. This is further reinforced by Canada being the international leader in forest certification, with BC contributing more than any other province, and one of the most strict regarding sustainable forestry practices. Operating in beautiful B.C., value-added manufacturers know how essential our forests are for continued health and well-being of our communities. Wood is a renewable resource grown in forest that provide cultural, ecological and carbon sequestrating benefits. Used in long-lasting structures like homes, the carbon sequestering benefits are especially long-lived. BC Wood is a not-for-profit trade association that has represented British Columbia’s value-added wood products industry for over 30 years. It is an industry-led association with a membership base of 120+ wood products manufacturers, representing value-added sectors in every region of the province. In this demonstration workshop presented by 3 manufacturers, attendees will gain more insight BC value-added wood products being produced today and their sustainability values. More specifically they will see demonstrations on timber kiln-drying and custom pre-fabrication, on off-site construction and interlocking building systems, and mass timber products and hybrid building system solutions.
Learning objectives: 1. Learn about timber kiln-drying, air drying, and wood stability for BC wood species 2. Learn about custom pre-fabricated timber systems and structural components 3. Discover off-site construction methods with interlocking building systems 4. Learn about mass timber products and solutions for hybrid mass timber building systems Presenters: |
|
|
|
| "Fully Integrated Housing for Mid-to-High Rise Mixed Urban Housing"
Oliver Lang | Intelligent City
Co-Founder, CEO Intelligent City | Principal LWPAC, FRAIC | Architect AIBC, AAA, NY-USA, | OAA (estimated license in Ontario as of March 3, 2023) Oliver Lang is a German Canadian urban entrepreneur and licensed architect with over 30 years of professional experience. He is a recognized leader in design innovation and integration of complex urban projects, mixed-use housing, cultural projects, off-site prefabrication, technology innovation and zero carbon readiness. He was educated at Columbia University, TU Berlin and ETSA Barcelona, and is a Fellow of the RAIC. He has lived and practiced around the world to experience transformative urbanization firsthand. |
|
|
| "Timber Drying and Pre-Fabrication"
Oliver Tritten | OT Timber Frames Ltd.
Founder, OT Timber Frames Ltd. The beginning of Oliver’s career in the timber works industry started in 1990 back in Switzerland, he spent 5 years in practical applications, and then was indentured for a formal 3-year apprenticeship in European Timber Framing. Upon completion of his apprenticeship and university preparation courses, he continued his education by attending university, studying applied sciences, and graduating in 2002 with a Technical Master Timber Framer Diploma.
Ready to take the next step, he moved to Canada in 2003, studying the art of handcrafted log building from a leading log building company. After a few years of heading up their timber frame operation; Oliver began his journey to start OT Timber Frames ltd, founding it in 2009. His vision was to specialize in quality, creative, solid, and unique timber frame building systems, accents, and structures.
Oliver has now built up the incredible company that OT Timber Frames Ltd is today, and has since brought on a team of talented and skilled craftsmen with the mission to deliver excellence in every project. |
|
|
|
|
|
| "Off-Site Construction and Inter-Locking Systems"
Kelly Marciniw | Pan-Abode International
Kelly is the Vice President with Pan-Abode International. She is a Director with BC Wood (Prebuilt Housing sector) and on the governance committee for the Value-Added Wood Labour Market Development project. Kelly is also a BC Log & Timberframe Builders Industry Association (BCITBIA) board member and Chair of the Energy & Carbon Committee. (Ask me about any of the above!) She has an MBA and a background in prefabricated construction and manufacturing before making the choice to focus her career on the use of renewable materials, like our logs and fibre, in the built environment. |
|
|
| Introduction of the Mass Timber Navigator Tool Estimating the Design Optimization Factors that Enable Mass Timber Construction – MassTimberNavigator.ca |
|
|
| Eric Wood | Morrison Hershfield
Eric is a technical subject matter expert and the Mass Timber Practice Lead within the MH Façade Engineering group having spent the past several years overseeing the commercialization of mass timber and unitized building components for commercial, residential, and multi-family construction. Eric has project specific experience in design-assist specialty engineering, supply-installation logistics, and infield review of complex prefabricated mass timber projects. |
|
|
|
| 7 Provider Name: BC Wood Specialties Group Course #: WTGBM23-07 Recognized: AIBC 1 Core LU, AIA 1 LU, BC HOUSING 1 CPD Informal, AAA 1 Structured LU, OAA ConEd One Learning Hour Title of Learning Activity: Design solutions and products from BC’s value-added wood industry Presenter name: Richard Kaufmann, Vick Yau, Donna Shaw Date of Activity: September 8th, 2023 Length of Activity: 1.0 hour Method of Delivery: Face-to-face demonstration workshop Presentation Location: Whistler Conference Centre, Whistler, B.C. Activity Summary: Professionals working in British Columbia’s value-added wood industry develop products for health, sustainability and aesthetics, and strive to come up with new finished products that have customer appeal. B.C. Manufacturers, Builders, Architects and Designers work collaboratively to assess clients’ needs, integrate design systems, and create outstanding projects. As the province shifts toward more energy efficient buildings, new products and technologies are being developed to alleviate ventilation challenges and improve indoor environmental and health quality. For exterior and interior building applications, beautiful engineered wood products are constantly being developed and getting maximum value from every tree harvested.
BC Wood is a not-for-profit trade association that has represented British Columbia’s value-added wood products industry for over 30 years. It is an industry-led association with a membership base of 120+ wood products manufacturers, representing value-added sectors in every region of the province. In this demonstration workshop presented by 3 manufacturers, attendees will gain more insight BC value-added wood products being produced today and their sustainability values. More specifically they will see demonstrations on wood soffit solutions and products, on the next generation of ventilated doors, and on collaboration with designers for building product applications on new projects.
Learning objectives: 1. Discover solutions to alleviate ventilation challenges is modern buildings and in energy efficient homes. 2. Learn about the next generation of ventilated doors and its application in multi-residential and energy efficient homes to improve indoor air quality 3. Discover new engineered wood products for soffit applications, made from BC woods 4. Find resources to integrate designer-architect-builder-manufacturer-and client in creating an outstanding residential or commercial project Presenters: |
|
|
|
| "Soffit Solutions"
Richard Kaufmann | Silva Timber Products Ltd.
Richard Kaufmann, CEO, Silva Timber Products Ltd. - over 25 years in the industry from log break down to value added wood manufacturing and extensive travel throughout the world, Richard sees wood material as more than just a building material and rather a living, breathing product that has meaning and significance. Forests and trees are to be honoured by giving them a second life in the products that we will use for our living spaces, work areas and event centers. He has worked in the capacity of General Manager and Vice President during his career and now owns Silva Timber Products Ltd and manufactures high end wood products for global markets. While sitting on many committees and Advisory Boards Richard has gained valuable knowledge about the forest and it many levels of management, supply chains and historical evolution on the west coast. He continues to advocate for value added forest products and the best use of our precious timber. |
|
|
|
| "Next Generation of Ventilated Doors"
Vick Yau | VanAir Design
Vick is the co-founder of VanAir Design, a leading resource for aesthetically design doors that provide better airflow and sound privacy to interior spaces. Founded in 2013 out of a UBC entrepreneurship incubator, Vick and James developed innovative technologies around a novel door design that transforms the way we think about air flow and sound privacy within work and living spaces. He has extensive knowledge in door manufacturing, ventilation and acoustics. His experience spans a variety of projects including commercial, multi-family, custom homes, and high-performance builds. Vick is focused on making door openings and interior environments more functional, sustainable and comfortable.
|
|
|
|
|
|
| "Think Beyond the Edge"
Donna Shaw | Live Edge Design Inc.
Donna Shaw is the President and owner of Live Edge Design Inc. Donna has been with Live Edge since 2006 and her extensive industry experience will help guide Live Edge Design into the future, staying true to the roots of our sustained success in West Coast modern furniture design. |
|
|
| 8 Provider Name: BC Wood Specialties Group Course #: WTGBM23-08 Recognized: AIBC 1 Core LU, AIA 1 LU, BC HOUSING 1 CPD Informal, AAA 1 Structured LU, OAA ConEd One Learning Hour Activity Title: WHISTLER MODERN RESIDENTIAL SITE TOUR – a prefabricated mass timber solution Date of Activity: September 8, 2023 Presenter name: Kyle Moen, Matheo Durfeld Length of Activity: 1.0 hour Presentation Location: 5702 Alta Lake, Whistler Method of Delivery: Face-to-face guided site tour Activity Summary: In a tight descending lot overlooking Alta Lake and the ski slopes of Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains, a modern residential home demonstrates the latest technologies in prefabrication and mass timber construction. This site tour will provide specifiers an opportunity to see first-hand the design and in-construction stage of high-performance panelized building systems, combined with specialized mass timber structural panels, heavy timber carpentry and other building material solutions. Timber systems being showcased will include: MTP’s - an all-in-one panel incorporating a lateral structure, high thermal resistance and exterior finish. Also featured will be Mass Timber / light-frame hybrid construction – a great solution for modern residential construction that is extremely versatile and can be erected quickly. The tour will be guided by BC Passive House (BCPH), a local full-service prefabrication company that guarantee high standards for energy efficiency including the new BCBC step code and the rigorous Passive House Standard. Discover how building from wood is the best way for achieving critical energy efficiency concepts including good air-tightness, super insulation, low thermal bridging and carbon neutrality.
Learning objectives;
- Gain a greater understanding of on-site construction logistics and applications using pre-fabricated building systems
- Discover the application and aesthetic value of Mass Timber / light-frame hybrid construction – a great solution for modern residential construction that is extremely versatile and can be erected quickly
- Learn about Mass Timber Panels ( MTP’s) – all in one panels featuring lateral structure, high thermal resistance and exterior finishing
- Learn about critical energy efficiency concepts building from wood, including air-tightness, super insulation, low thermal bridging and carbon neutrality
Presenters: |
|
|
|
| Matheo Dürfeld | BC Passive House
Matheo Durfeld started in construction when he found Durfeld Log Construction in 1975. Based on time test European log and timber practices, Durfeld encouraged his team to constantly use better building techniques and learn new skills. This forward-looking approach gave the Durfeld team a reputation for high quality and innovative building.
Durfeld was first exposed to the Passive House concept when his company, now Durfeld Constructors, was awarded the contract to build Austria Haus for the 2010 Olympics. Through Austria Haus Durfeld learned about Passive House and the role prefabrication played in achieving the standard. Soon after construction completed, Matheo Durfeld formed BC Passive House seeing that high-performance buildings were the future and prefab was the way of getting there. |
|
|
|
| Kyle Moen | BC Passive House
Kyle has worked for BC Passive House since it’s inception in 2013. Over that time, he has overseen construction for several registered Passive Houses and step code low energy homes using the company’s high performance panel systems. Kyle’s work mainly focuses on project development and execution, labour and materials budgeting and procurement, and R&D through the application of informed building science. He was educated at BCIT (Dip. Architecture and Building Engineering Technology, 2010) and the University of Victoria (B.A. Economics, 2007) |
|
|
|
| 9 Provider Name: BC Wood Specialties Group Course #: WTGBM23-09 Recognized: AIBC 1 Core LU, AIA 1 LU, BC HOUSING 1 CPD Informal, AAA 1 Structured LU, OAA ConEd One Learning Hour Activity Title: Design and Pre-Fabrication of Mass Timber for Remote Residential Projects Presenter name: Behsheed Darvish, Carl Tessmann, Daria Sheina, Fraser Howatson, Mathieu Fraile-Tremblay Length of activity: 1.0 Hour Date of Activity: September 9th, 2023 Method of Delivery: Face-to-face guided site tour Presentation Location: Whistler Conference Centre, Whistler, BC Activity Summary: |
|
| BC Passive House will present two recent prefabricated builds which were completed over the previous year. This includes the project “The Nest” as the main presentation focus, a home which was installed via helicopter on Keats Island in October 2022. The team will also discuss the Alta Lake residence, a home that was dropped onto a tight descending lot overlooking Alta Lake in Whistler. Both of these homes feature a hybrid of wood-based construction materials including framed insulated panels, Glulam and CLT. The presentation will review the solutions that these materials offered to achieve the unique aesthetic and structural challenges of these builds. |
|
|
|
| Projects on remote islands along the rugged West Coast are becoming more common. These projects are often designed and built for discerning customers who want elegant architectural detailing, sophisticated design and a requirement for long term resilience from the elements. On top of this, the remote locations create an inherent challenge of difficult access and a very limited supply of materials and skilled labour on-site. Pre-fabricated mass timber lends perfectly to these scenarios. Island Timber Frame and Osburn/Clarke will explore three different projects at different stages of completion and will highlight how various challenges were overcome in each project. We will explore: · Design elements that encompass surrounding beauty and allow for harsh elements · Philosophy of siting and site planning · Planning for pre-fabrication of as many elements as possible · Moving materials and installing heavy components in situations where access is very difficult. · Installation – choosing site crews for a positive outcome · Finishes and planning for resilience |
|
|
|
| Learning Objectives: 1. Understanding how pre-fabricated timber elements achieve design objectives and build constraints in challenging locations 2. Explore various remote island projects and the challenges and solutions in each situation 3. Discover the application of hybrid wood-based construction materials including framed insulated panels, Glulam and CLT 4. Learn about the critical energy efficiency concepts building from wood, including air-tightness, super insulation, low thermal bridging and carbon neutrality Presenters: |
|
|
|
| Mathieu Fraile-Tremblay | BC Passive House
M. Eng, P. Eng, ing. Mathieu is the internal engineer of BC Passive House. He completed a Bachelor of Civil Engineering at Polytechnique Montréal and a Master of Integrated Wood Design at UNBC in 2021 before becoming a BC registered engineer. He now works on the structural design of residential buildings oriented towards light frame and mass timber construction. |
|
|
|
|
| Fraser Howatson | BC Passive House
B.A.Sc. – Chemical and Environmental Engineering, DiplT Civil Engineering Fraser, a draftsman and project manager at BC Passive House, brings a diverse background in carpentry, fabrication, and engineering to his role. Primarily, his work revolves around developing digital models for CNC-integrated, prefabricated construction of light and heavy timber structures. |
|
|
|
|
|
| Daria Sheina | Daria Sheina Studio
Daria Sheina is a Vancouver-based designer who pursues projects through multidisciplinary perspectives and integration of cultural, social, environmental and technological contexts. Her professional journey has led to a wide range of projects in cities around the world, including Moscow, New York, London, L.A., São Paulo, and multiple locations in Canada. Developing synergy with clients and collaborators, she utilizes her diverse experience to create fresh and cohesive designs. |
|
|
|
| Behsheed Darvish | Osburn/Clarke
Having grown up on the West Coast and trained on the East Coast, Besh has a particular interest in the regional specificity of coastal architecture. With an MArch from Dalhousie University, she focused on small-scale residential and recreational projects with Osburn/Clarke for nearly a decade. Besheed values a detail-oriented and collaborative approach to design, working closely with clients, consultants, builders, and manufacturers to resolve and execute specific building challenges. |
|
|
|
|
|
| Carl Tessman | Island TimberFrame
Partner at Island TimberFrame Ltd. On Vancouver Island. With 12 years in the timber frame industry and years of previous framing and general carpentry experience, Carl sees timber frame as a signature element of west coast architecture. In his role at Island Timberframe he works with architects, builders and homeowners to integrate timber components into projects with varied design styles and building requirements. |
|
|
| 10 Provider Name: BC Wood Specialties Group Course #: WTGBM23-10 Recognized: AIBC 1 Core LU, AIA 1 LU, BC HOUSING 1 CPD Informal, AAA 1 Structured LU, OAA ConEd One Learning Hour Title of Learning Activity: Mass Timber Projects and Cross Border Collaboration Presenter name: Enrique Gonzalez, Stephane Laroye, Sigi Liebmann, Tim Politis Length of Activity: 1.0 hour Method of Delivery: Face-to-face presentation Presentation Location: Whistler Conference Centre, Whistler, B.C.
Activity Summary: Leading architects, engineers, designers and developers in North America are increasingly seeking high-quality, custom mass timber products to create sustainable, safe and stunning energy-efficient architecture. In this session you will explore case studies of recent cross border collaboration projects from British Columbia based mass timber manufacturers and their partners. |
|
B.C. based manufacturer Kalesnikoff Mass Timber will discuss how mass timber is being utilized in North America today with focus on the fabrication of their Baltic Pointe (Pelion) Building, Draper, Utah. When complete, this building will become Utah’s first multi-story mass timber commercial project in the state of Utah. This project includes a five-story fully exposed mass timber building over two levels of podium parking. A total of 775m3 of Glulam and 1,200m3 of CLT were produced and the building will be approximately 187,000 SF in area. All Kalesnikoff Mass Timber components, Glulam and CLT, are made from Douglas Fir-L wood fibre sourced from BC’s Southern Interior softwood forests. This presentation will provide a general overview of the key aspects surrounding the design, coordination, fabrication, and delivery of this exciting and pioneering project. |
|
|
|
B.C. based manufacturer International Timber Frames and US Architectural firm One Line Studio recently completed a custom designed Denver architectural studio, a great example of cross border collaboration of multiple trades and materials assembling prefab pieces and panels. The project features Custom Prefabricated Dowel Laminated Timber (DLT) Panels, Wood Exterior Cladding, and Exterior Cedar Shade Fins. Discussed will be the coordination and collaboration between the design and the building team through the stages of preconstruction, fabrication, and assembly with an emphasis on lessons learned in problem solving, design flexibility, and field adaptation to meet site environmental constraints. Identified will be building design strategies integrating custom prefabricated DLT panels with building systems, energy efficiency, and environmental considerations while navigating the requirements of the building code. Also explained will be the challenges of just-in-time logistics on a site with limited storage capabilities while dealing with the complexities of multiple trades, materials, and cross-border fabrication. This project illustrates the potential that innovative use of wood can achieve in creating long lasting, minimal maintenance structures that are connected to the exterior environment; and illuminates the discovered benefits and challenges associated with biophilic design incorporating wood. |
|
|
|
| Learning Objectives.
- Discover how specifiers could engage with mass timber suppliers and utilize mass timber in their designs
- Understand the stages of preconstruction, fabrication, and assembly with an emphasis on lessons learned in problem solving, design flexibility, and field adaptation to meet site environmental constraints
- Learn building design strategies integrating custom prefabricated mass timber panels with building systems, while navigating the requirements of the building code
- Learn about the challenges of just-in-time logistics on a site while dealing with the complexities of multiple trades, materials, and cross-border fabrication
Presenters: |
|
|
|
| Enrique Gonzalez | Kalesnikoff Mass Timber
Enrique holds a bachelor’s degree in architectural engineering from the University of Texas at Austin. In addition, he holds a Master’s degree in structural engineering with a research focus in mass timber and mass timber connections from the University of British Columbia. With more than 15 years of professional experience in the construction industry, Enrique had the privilege of engaging in various roles, providing invaluable insights into diverse aspects of construction projects. Specifically, he has honed his expertise in the Mass Timber industry, serving as a mass timber connections specialist with a reputable lower mainland supplier. Additionally, he has taken on the role of Project Manager with a well-established Vancouver-based Mass Timber design/build firm, contributing to the successful completion of numerous projects. Presently, he is serving as a Project Manager with Kalesnikoff Mass Timber, furthering his passion for excellence in the field. |
|
|
|
| Stephane Laroye | SLA Architects
During his 27 years in the industry, Stephane has participated in many project types and delivery methods. As an architect and urban planner, he participates in every stage of projects and leads projects from conceptual site planning through to the project Close-out. He enjoys being hands-on and being actively involved at every stage of a project. Establishing Stephane Laroye Architect Inc. (SLA) in 2016, SLA is proud to provide Master Planning, Urban Design, Site Planning, Feasibility Studies (working closely with land economics consultants) on Multi-Family, Mixed-Use, Placemaking and Infrastructure projects, providing full services from schematic design, detailed design, contract documentation, field review and construction contract administration, and project close-out. SLA focuses on creating great work through collaboration, attention to detail and experience with a keen interest in Passive House and engineered wood solutions. SLA strives to design projects that are contextual and sensitive, and loved by their community.
Stephane graduated from the University of Waterloo, School of Urban and Regional Planning (B.E.S. Planning) and the University of British Columbia, School of Architecture (B.Arch.). He is a member of the Architectural Institute of British Columbia (Architect AIBC), the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (MRAIC), the Canadian Institute of Planners (MCIP, RPP), Construction Specifications Canada (SPECA), Passive House Canada and is a LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP). |
|
|
|
|
|
| Sigi Liebmann | International Timber Frames
Sigi Liebmann began his Timberframe Apprenticeship in Switzerland in 1986. After completing it in 1989 he attended the Higher Technical School of Wood in Biel. The training specialized in wood engineering, building envelope physics, CAD drawings and CNC machine programming. Whilst in Switzerland he was part of the team developing a stacked DLT (dowel laminated timber) product in the 1990’s. Sigi established International Timberframes in 2003 where he assisted in the set-up of CNC technology and staff training for several timber framing companies in Spain, USA and Canada, and offering design consultancy services. In 2005 his passion brought him back to his timber framing roots and now his company focus is designing, manufacturing, engineering and building timber frame and 100% wood DLT mass timber. He cannot believe he has been in the industry for over 35 years. He is a Board Member of the BC Log and Timber Industry Association. Sigi’s love of wood is coupled with his love of living naturally and simply: he lives on a small farm, keeps bees and a small fold of Scottish Highland cattle, loves gardening and anything related to trees. |
|
|
|
| Tim Politis | One Line Studio Beginning a post-graduate architectural career in Seattle, Tim Politis initially worked under the leadership of skilled Architects who inspired him to explore buildings that combine Design Vision with Technical Expertise. Prior to establishing One Line Studio in Denver, Tim worked for three architectural firms that received State and National AIA firm of the Year awards for their leadership in design and material innovation, including: Olson Kundig Architects, Miller Hull Partnership, and Roth Sheppard Architects. In a desire to pursue projects that focus upon discovery and design quality, Tim founded One Line Studio in 2012. One Line Studio originates from the belief that the first move (often the first gesture on paper) is significant in setting ideas into motion, defining the critical path, and leading to creative problem solving. The studio has evolved into a collaborative group that works closely with designers, developers, builders, fabricators, and innovators to seek inventive solutions that turn project constraints into opportunities. |
|
|
|
| 11 Provider Name: BC Wood Specialties Group Course #: WTGBM23-11 Recognized: AIBC 1 Core LU, AIA 1 LU, BC HOUSING 1 CPD Informal, AAA 1 Structured LU, OAA ConEd One Learning Hour Title of Learning Activity: Wood and the Future of Plant Based Building Presenter name: Michael Green Date of Activity: September 9th, 2023 Length of Activity: 1.0 hour Method of Delivery: Face-to-face presentation Presentation Location: Whistler Conference Centre, Whistler, B.C. Activity Summary: As a leader in wood construction, award-winning architect Michael Green has traveled the world lecturing on sustainable design and materials, led research and education initiatives in climate, environment, disaster and global shelter needs, and designed some of the most significant timber projects in the world. Now, at this critical point in time we must move from the Industrial Revolution to the Natural Revolution if we want a sustainable future on this planet, and we must ask what is next for the future of building industry. In this presentation, Michael will explore how mass timber has opened up new markets, where we will see it next, and what materials will supplement the wood movement. Outlining the urgent need for us to transform our thinking about our current carbon-intense buildings, Michael will also explore the role that biomaterials will play in new, plant-based cities, including a new revolutionary approach to structural design that unites nature and technology to create architecture that has the potential to change the way we build sustainably for communities around the world.
Learning Objectives: 1. Myths and opportunities in Mass Timber using examples of new buildings. 2. Practice and values – aligning your firm around Climate leadership. 3. FIVE – the search for a new plant-based structure. 4. Shifting to bio-based materials. Presenters: |
|
|
|
| Michael Green | Michael Green Architecture
Michael Green is an award-winning architect, speaker, and author known for using design to create meaningful, sustainable built environments that benefit both people and planet. A leader in wood construction and innovation, he has completed some of the most significant timber buildings in the world, and has been recognized with over forty international awards for design excellence, including the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada Firm of the Year, Architizer’s Best in North America Firm Award in both 2021 and 2022, four Governor General’s Medals, two RAIC Innovation Awards, and the American Institute of Architects Innovation Award. Michael is a Fellow of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada and the recipient of an honourary doctorate degree from the University of Northern British Columbia. He serves as a government policy advisor on mass timber design and is the co-author of the first and second editions of The Case for Tall Wood Building and Tall Wood Buildings: Design, Construction and Performance. |
|
|
| 12 Provider Name: BC Wood Specialties Group Course #: WTGBM23-13 Recognized: AIBC 1 Core LU, AIA 1 LU, BC HOUSING 1 CPD Informal, AAA 1 Structured LU, OAA ConEd One Learning Hour Title of Learning Activity: Wood is still revolutionizing the way buildings are designed and constructed today Presenter name: Dean Maltz, Simon Lintz, Keith Murray, Ray Greene, Gar Rector, Clark McCornack Presentation date: September 9, 2023 Length of Activity: 1.0 hour Method of Delivery: Face-to-face presentation Presentation Location: Whistler Conference Centre, Whistler, B.C. Activity Summary: |
|
Though it is one of the world’s oldest building materials, wood is still revolutionizing the way buildings are designed and constructed today. It is imperative that everyone considers how construction practices impact climate change. Timber buildings are not only environmentally responsible- they also make us feel measurably happier, healthier, and more productive, benefiting both individuals and organizations. Pritzker Prize-winning architect Shigeru Ban has innovated in wood for over 35 years, creating inspiring spaces that have a positive impact on building inhabitants, communities, and the environment. The firm has built over 65 wood and mass timber projects, from prefabricated plywood houses to parametrically modeled glulam grid shells. Managing Partner Dean Maltz will demonstrate their collaboration with a multi-faceted BC manufacturer Spearhead Inc. in the design and fabrication of some of these projects; and will share a new book “Timber in Architecture” which presents the trajectory of 45 works from concept through construction, demonstrating the challenges and merits of wood buildings through essays, technical drawings, and photographs. |
|
|
|
We will also discover how timber is providing architecturally intriguing solutions meant for the latest design trend –the Party Barn! Land owners with ample agricultural spacesare maximizing the flexibility of their property for entertainment applications. These high-value structures blend the aesthetic beauty and design flexibility of timber construction. This growing trend is the result of event planners being driven to provide unique and innovative venues for their clients – such as for weddings and private parties. Some have more specific uses, such as for a tasting room of a winery or brew shop. NewParty Barn projects in the fertile valley and resort destination of wine country Napa, California will be explored by Fraser Wood Industries, Pacific Homes, and Gar Rector & Associates. This collaborative cross border project will discuss general layout of barn construction, pre-fabrication processes of the Timber Frame and wall panel packages, and the on-site construction. |
|
|
|
| Learning Objectives:
- Discover innovative engineering processes, timber drying and finishing, bringing natural wood authenticity in buildings
- Explore fabrication process of timber components combing CNC production with hand craftsmanship, and staging delivery to accommodate construction sequencing
- Learn about concurrent Design Assist expertise provided for timber structure applications in Party Barn construction, maximizing open space with full frame trusses
- Learn about the benefits of panelization, including prefabricated trusses, high-performance wall panel systems and pre-manufacturing in a climate-controlled environment
Presenters: |
|
|
|
| Keith Murray | FraserWood
Keith has been working with FraserWood for more than 15 years. A graduate of the University of British Columbia’s Wood Science program, Keith spent time working in sawmills in a quality control capacity before finding FraserWood. Enticed by the world of digital fabrication, Keith spent several years managing projects from CAD through production. In 2015, he moved to Sales and Marketing side, helping customers with everything from dry timber sales to fully fabricated packages. |
|
|
|
| Ray Greene | Pacific Homes
Senior Export Build Specialist With over 30 years’ experience in the construction industry Ray, Senior Export Build Specialist, has provided energy efficient panelized custom home packages around the world. Ray was involved with the 1st wood frame home built in Mongolia to Canadian Building Codes. Other projects in Korea, Hawaii, Israel, and Bahamas fit well with his expertise in remote builds. Graduating from a Building Construction Engineering program along with operating a custom home and engineering company has given Ray a comprehensive knowledge of the construction industry. |
|
|
|
|
|
| Gar Rector | Gar Rector & Associates, Inc.
Gar Rector (Principal) offers over twenty-five years of experience and expertise in his field. Gar studied architecture in the 80’s before obtaining his contractors license in the 90’s, a move that has provided numerous benefits. His architectural background allows him to integrate design and engineering concepts with his hands-on knowledge of modern building materials and construction practices, allowing the client’s and architect’s vision to be faithfully implemented. Over the years, the company has made significant investments in forming an association of superb subcontractors and employees who share GRA’s focus on quality. His seasoned core team has worked for GRA for many years, a process that has refined their skills, collaboration, and work efficiency. The company continues to grow, but not at the expense of quality. Each new employee or subcontractor needs to meet the quality standards and professionalism the company expects before becoming a part of the team. |
|
|
|
| Clark McCornack | McCornack Associates Construction Inc.
Clark works primarily in Napa County, California. Opportunities to build and design are the projects he enjoys the most, along with heavy construction. He has brought two historic winery buildings back into production, the first built in 1876 and the second in 1885. Both had stood the “Test of Time” and only needed seismic enhancements, with stone ground levels and the second floor levels framed with door openings added with the stone cut, to match the original. He matched the original framed details with full dimension, rough sawn, lumber and timbers. He has finished the interiors of two wine caves, setting all of the interior elevations and providing for all of the mechanical infrastructure. Then architecturally finished the cave interiors. Using a “Mobile Dimension Mill “, Clark milled all of the interior roof sheeting for his home, Ponderosa Pine and Coast Redwood, with walls constructed of architectural poured in place concrete, and clay tile roofing. The exposed rafters are full dimension 3X DF FHC #1 rough from Starfire, housed into the ridge. Over this time, cutting a tremendous amount of wood with his 460, 660 and 090. Considering himself a master form builder, Clark has built architectural poured in place concrete structures with a maximum personal height of twenty-seven feet. His experience also includes work with structural steel, including architectural and building components mostly in concrete structures. He is looking forward to the Timber Frame Project as WoodTALKS will be a great learning experience. |
|
|
|
|
|
| Dean Maltz | Shigeru Ban Architects
Dean Maltz is Managing Partner of Shigeru Ban Architects. Maltz began working with Shigeru Ban Architects in 1999 and is responsible for all SBA projects in North and South America. Notable projects include the AIA National Honor Award-winning Aspen Art Museum (2014), Metal Shutter House (2011), and the Nomadic Museum (2005). Maltz is currently overseeing the design of a 420-acre bourbon distillery park for Kentucky Owl in Bardstown, Kentucky. Recently Maltz completed a luxury condominium, the Cast Iron House in New York, NY, which will be highlighted in an upcoming episode of the CBS Primetime show America by Design. Dean Maltz is a licensed architect in New York and five other states and provinces in the United States and Canada. Maltz is a graduate of the Cooper Union School of Architecture (Bachelor of Architecture, 1984) and Harvard Graduate School of Design (Master of Architecture, 1986). He has taught at numerous institutions, including Columbia University, Washington University, and Cornell University. |
|
|
| Simon Lintz | Spearhead
With a discerning eye for detail, Simon, Senior Project Manager at Spearhead, is a creative and competent seasoned veteran of specialty wood and steel construction. Trained in the art of fine woodworking, his career with Spearhead has evolved over the last 24 years in the industry; from hands-on working the shop floor, into the Digital Planning department, providing all aspects of design coordination and project management. Through this exposure, he has developed into a design-build consultant who prides in the service of integrated project delivery from a structure’s conception to completion. His experience is honed from collaborating with a wealth of industry professionals over a diverse selection of some of Spearhead’s most notable projects. Eager to assist clients and architects realize their visions in wood construction, he understands how to get things built.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
