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What did we learn at the UK Timber Design Conference 2026?
by Matt Milton|06 July 26|Design
A day of inspiring discussion, debates, presentations and learning, the 2026 UK Timber Design Conference addressed many of the key issues - and opportunities - facing today's construction sector. From robotics and automation to the challenges facing timber housing, and from timber re-use to cutting-edge connection products - not forgetting...
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designtimber webinar
Wrapping up designTimber 2024 – a journey to the frontiers of timber design
by Bryony Bodimeade|17 September 24|Design
TDUK’s monthly series of free design webinars - providing a deep dive into some of the best examples of contemporary UK timber architecture - have now drawn to a close. Featuring the multi-disciplinary teams behind award-winning timber buildings, the designTimber programme has provided a valuable platform for designers, manufacturers and...
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A beacon of sustainable reuse built using reclaimed timber groynes
by Bryony Bodimeade|27 February 24|Design
The Durley Chine Environmental Hub is a showcase of sustainable design using repurposed timber. Comprising a Passivhaus education building, a café kiosk and public toilets, this visionary building was designed by TDUK members Footprint Architects and WSP for BCP council. On the promenade of one of Bournemouth’s popular Blue Flag...
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timber neighbourhood
Planning permission granted for UK’s largest timber neighbourhood
by Bryony Bodimeade|15 February 24|Sustainability
Human Nature’s radically sustainable plan for 685 new timber-frame homes for Lewes, in East Sussex, has been approved. One year after the proposal to transform a neglected 7.9-hectare brownfield site into a vibrant green neighbourhood was announced, the Phoenix development has been given the go ahead by the South Downs...
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The Durley Chine Environmental Hub
Durley Chine Environmental Hub
by Bryony Bodimeade|27 November 23|Design
The Durley Chine Environmental Hub is a seafront visitor centre for Bournemouth that has been built using low carbon and repurposed materials.
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Royal Academy of Music Theatre and new Recital Hall
by TDUK|13 September 22|Design
Two exceptional performance spaces, designed by Ian Ritchie Architects, have been seamlessly integrated into the Royal Academy of Music. Founded in 1822, the academy is Britain's oldest conservatoire and is housed on the edge of Regents Park in a Grade II listed historic building which has long been extended and...
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