Synopses & Reviews
Timber construction, which has a tradition going back centuries, has experienced a renaissance during the past few years. As clients, planners and even legislators develop a greater sensibility for ecological issues, timber is reasserting itself as a building material. The use of new timber construction materials and the stricter requirements on structures set out in the Ordinance on Energy Saving have completely changed the face of timber construction over the last few years. The present volume is designed to give readers an overview of modern timber construction and its products:
- Whether it is a case of craft-built timber houses or buildings largely prefabricated in the factory, all details are explained in texts and sectional drawings
- Are you looking for a particular product for a wooden construction? You will find extensive information on timber products, insulating materails, joints and fastenings here
- And a documentation of nine selected timber buildings