Can design with timber-based building systems provide a response to current economic and environmental challenges in the built environment.
This will be addressed in the first of a series of seminars by WoodSolutions.
Program
4:00 pm - 4:05 pm
Welcome from WoodSolutions, Kevin Peachey Head of Built Environment Programs at FWPA
4:05 pm - 4:25 pm
Building Systems and Product Platforms, Associate Professor Dr Duncan Maxwell, Monash University
4:25 pm - 4:45 pm
Post and Plate Timber Building Systems, Dr Richard Nero, University of Melbourne
4:45 pm - 5:05 pm
Journey from Architect to Building with Systems, Jas Johnston, CEO Candour
5:05 pm - 6:05 pm
Timber Building Systems - The answer to today’s economic and environmental challenge, Andrew Waugh, Founder Waugh & Thistleton Architects
6:05 pm - 6:10 pm
Closing Comments, Karl-Heinz Weiss, Special Advisor to WoodSolutions
6:10 pm - 7:00 pm
Networking
Reserve your spot now as seats are limited.
Keynote Speaker Andrew Waugh
Andrew is a Founding Director of Waugh Thistleton Architects, a practice dedicated to delivering beautiful buildings and places that acknowledge their impact on the environment. He is a world-renowned spokesperson for low carbon architecture and innovative construction, and lobbies and lectures internationally, communicating the urgent need for change to mitigate the climate crisis. Andrew demonstrates his commitment to driving forward a green transition in the construction sector as a member of the steering committee for Architects Declare as well as a Senior Fellow for Architecture 2030. A pivotal player in the global shift towards renewable, bio-based materials, Andrew’s innovative approach to design has been acknowledged by many awards including the RIBA President’s Award for Research and a Stirling Prize nomination in 2018 and the UK Practice of the Year award for 2023. The practice is currently engaged on both research and design projects throughout Europe and North America.
CPD Certificates of Attendance will be available for all building professionals.
Food: Light refreshments and snacks. Dietary options available upon notification.
Please note: WoodSolutions reserves the right to cancel this event and/or change the program and speakers without notice. Registrants may be contacted by WoodSolutions about future seminars and events.