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Cross Laminated Timber (CLT): What It Is and How To Use It

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The Smile / Alison Brooks Architects. Image © Alison Brooks

A few weeks ago we published an article on a recent sustainability crisis that often goes unnoticed. The construction industry has been consuming an exorbitant amount of sand, and it's gradually depleting. When used for manufacturing concrete, glass, and other materials, it is a matter that should concern us. Construction is one of the largest producers of solid waste in the world. For instance, Brazil represents about 50% to 70% of the total solid waste produced. But how can we change this situation if most of the materials we use are not renewable, and therefore, finite?

Popularized in Europe and gradually gaining attention in the rest of the world, Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) stands out for its strength, appearance, versatility, and sustainability.

A Bower House / Kariouk Associates

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Saint Catharines, Canada
  • Architects: Kariouk Architects: Kariouk Associates
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2015
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    Manufacturers:  James Hardie, Vinylguard Newcastle

Cross-Laminated-Timber Cottage / Kariouk Associates

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Ladysmith, Canada

Redeveloper Apartment / Kariouk Associates

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  • Architects: Kariouk Architects: Kariouk Associates / Paul duBellet Kariouk (Principal) with Frederic Carrier
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2011