The transformation of a disused industrial site into a modern commercial building that sets a new standard for timber construction. Combining prefabricated cross-laminated timber slabs and cores with glulam and steel elements on a concrete base, the structure is fully exposed and wrapped in an extruded terracotta façade. With generous natural light and ventilation throughout, the design balances architectural clarity with environmental performance.
A technically rigorous and professionally significant project that sets a new benchmark for exposed timber construction in the UK. Through pioneering fire testing and transparent knowledge sharing, the team has influenced national practice and enabled the wider adoption of exposed, low-carbon timber buildings in a post-Grenfell context. Delivering an impressive carbon footprint for a commercial scheme, it is a confident demonstration of leadership through engineering.