WoodSolutions 2010 Seminar Presentations

Held in Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne, the inaugural seminar series, WoodSolutions 2010, was a resounding success. The results of WoodSolutions 2010 post-event survey were outstanding. More than one third of attendees completed the survey - a very high response rate. In summary, attendees said:

• 95% would be interested in attending a future event
• 77% rated the value of the information as excellent or very good, a further 22% rated it as good

Descriptions of the presentations, and links to videos of each are below.

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DREAM BIG
Innovation and Inspirations in Architecture

Michael Green, Principal, McFarlane Green Biggar Architecture, Vancouver Canada

Evolving systems and designs in wood to tackle the significant negative environmental impact of buildings through innovative uses of wood technology that offer new ways of constructing efficient and affordable structures that demand less of the environment while maintaining functionality and aesthetic appeal.

This riveting presentation covers some of Michael's award-winning projects, highlights innovations in timber construction and demonstrates his passion for developing affordable housing for the world.

FROM LOG POST TO LAMINATED BEAM
The Birth Of A Modern Construction Material

Andrew Lawrence, Associate, Arup Advanced Technology & Research Group, London

Recent landmark projects in Europe show what can be achieved in timber structures such as ground breaking Alvaro Siza's Serpentine Pavilion and the exciting design of the recently completed Metz Pompidou by Shigeru Ban demonstrate how the natural attributes of timber make the ideal choice for both iconic and smaller scale structures.

Andrew takes us on a personal journey through the use of structural timber and provides some fascinating insights into the engineering behind landmark international projects.

TIMBER ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS FOR MULTI-STOREY BUILDINGS

Andy Buchanan, Professor of Timber Design, University of Canterbury New Zealand and Research Director, Structural Timber Innovation Company (STIC)

A new patented system for design and construction of multi-storey prestressed timber buildings gives opportunities for much greater use of timber and engineered wood products in large buildings, using innovative technologies for creating high quality buildings with large open spaces, excellent living and working environments, and resistance to all hazards including earthquakes, fires, and extreme weather events.

INTERNATIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS IN GLULAM STRUCTURES

Owen Griffiths, Marketing Director, McIntosh Timber Laminates, Auckland New Zealand

Case studies and examples of innovative engineered wood structures around the world featuring Glulam manufactured in New Zealand to achieve distinctive and sustainable solutions that express both structural and architectural integrity.

WHOLE OF LIFE BUILDING PERFORMANCE

Allen Kearns, Theme Leader, Sustainable Cities and Coasts, CSIRO Climate Adaptation Flagship, Australia

The sustainable built environment requires innovative solutions that optimise building amenity and function and minimise net environmental impact using appropriate design tools and available data for carbon footprint and life cycle analysis.

FIRE ENGINEERING AND THE BCA

Peter Downer, Exova Warringtonfire

Building designs for wood structures require fire engineering to be embodied in the architectural and structural design concepts to ensure integrated solutions that are cost effective and meet the requirements of BCA and regulatory authorities.