Timber is becoming increasingly popular as the most sustainable construction material. But structural timber design is not easy. Currently, floor framing designers produce many possible designs before ...

Based on 2016 tests of a composite cross-laminated timber-and-concrete floor system, architect-engineer Skidmore, Owings & Merrill has released guidance on how to analyze composite timber floors and ...

Vertex Flooring introduces distinctive marquetry flooring crafted with expert precision, offering custom wood designs ...

Brionna is a writer specializing in home improvement, construction, and real estate topics. She leverages her background as a civil engineer and interior decorator as well as her love for ...

Mass timber construction, which uses various forms of wood products including glue-laminated columns and beams and cross laminated (CLT) panels instead of more traditional steel and concrete materials ...

If you’re in the midst of redesigning or building your home, or have a major project planned for 2026, now is the perfect time to update yourself on what’s set to be big in the design world. As the ...

Are you buying for looks or for function? It can be a tough call. After publishing the pros and cons of 6 different kinds of wood floors I was asked "What about kitchens?" It has taken a while to get ...

Timber floor systems have attracted increasing attention due to their environmental benefits and distinctive acoustic characteristics. Recent advances in construction methodologies and material ...