Trä! magazine

We are pleased to enclose Trä! magazine with the Summer issue of Structural Timber Magazine – also available to read online now!

Published by Swedish Wood – representatives for the Swedish sawmill industry and part of the Swedish Forest Industries Federation – this second issue of Trä! Brings the latest inspiring timber architecture, case studies and articles from across Europe.

Trä! magazine is aimed at architects, structural engineers and anyone else interested in structural timber architecture and construction.

Scroll down to discover the key highlights in this issue….

Optimised for good health - Douglas fir adds an extra dimension of wellness to the medical centre in Taverny, France. The light and comforting atmosphere helps people with their recovery. Plus, local material is a key feature. You can read more about this feature on page 11.

Extensions for density and conservation - Cities are not just expanding; they also need to become denser. One way is to build with wood on top of an existing building. Four different projects embracing wellbeing and environmental sustainability show how, with a light frame material like wood, the sky’s the limit. Discover more on page 16.

Triangles enhance the roof - Advanced architecture where the building’s roof curves down so it can be touched. This was the result of a Japanese screw manufacturer wanting to demonstrate what can be achieved with wood. More details on the advances in architecture can be found on page 22.

Materials with distinctive feel - With their pure, simple forms, exposed roof trusses and plywood walls lend a distinctive aesthetic. The architectural concept for the house on Väddö is easy to understand. To find out more on the Väddö House concept see page 30.

Start reading Trä! Magazine online here

Hard copies of Trä! Magazine will be distributed alongside Structural Timber Magazine and will hit desks mid-September.

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For more information about Swedish Wood head to www.swedishwood.com

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