Future Framing – Design & Validation
In partnership with AIBS, WoodSolutions is proud to bring to you this one-hour webinar, on the Future Framing Initiative (FFI), a key national effort to deliver faster, smarter, and more sustainable timber construction in Australia. The session will provide a detailed walkthrough of the design procedure, explore its limits and opportunities, and discuss shear testing validation with Tom Slattery.
Earn 1 CPD point by attending this webinar.
About the speakers
Kylan Low is a structural engineer and designer dedicated to advancing sustainable and innovative construction practices in Australia. His work spans design, research and industry development, with a particular focus on mass timber systems, prefabrication, and the evolution of structural design standards.
As a contributor to the Timber Development Association and a lead author of several WoodSolutions technical guides, Kylan has helped consolidate and communicate best practice across topics including durability, specification, CLT and GLT. His work supports designers, engineers and educators in understanding the opportunities and constraints of timber construction within the NCC.
Kylan has also led research and development projects on material grading, composite systems and prefabricated housing, working closely with manufacturers, fabricators and universities to bridge the gap between research and practice. He remains active in industry engagement, coordinating technical tours, events and outreach initiatives to promote collaboration and knowledge exchange across Australia’s built-environment sector.
Tom Slattery is a PhD candidate at Queensland University of Technology, where his research focuses on the length-of-wall effect in timber-framed shear walls. He completed a Master of Philosophy in Engineering, during which he undertook one of the largest experimental studies on the structural performance of timber-framed shear walls.
With three years of industry experience in structural engineering, Tom brings a practical perspective to his research, ensuring strong connections between academic findings and real-world applications. His work aims to improve structural resilience and sustainability in timber construction.
Mateo Gutiérrez is a Civil and Structural Engineer with experience across R&D, manufacturing, fire safety, and consulting on timber, bamboo and concrete structures. He holds a PhD in Structural and Fire Safety Engineering from The University of Queensland and a Master’s in Structural Engineering from the National University of Colombia.
As Structural Engineer – R&D at AKD Softwoods, Mateo works closely with clients, builders and designers to analyse product performance and identify future trends in structural timber products. His expertise includes engineered wood products, mechanics of materials, product development, and structural fire performance. Mateo also contributes to several Australian and international committees, including the INBAR Bamboo Construction Taskforce, ISO TC 165/WG 12, and Engineers Australia, and is a founding member of the SIBGUADUA Research Network.