Kinsol Timber Systems

The leləm̓ Community Centre reached completion in early fall. Situated within the UBC Endowment Lands - as part of a comprehensive master plan community, leləm̓ - this two-storey community centre was thoughtfully designed to emphasize Musqueam values through a commitment to environmental stewardship.⁠ ⁠ The structural system of this facility is an example of truly hybrid construction where materials are used based on ‘right material for the right place.’ Mass timber was utilized for the roof, which made the building structure lighter, shorten on-site construction times, and allowed for architecturally pleasing exposed wood surfaces.⁠ ⁠ In the gymnasium, the wide open space was achieved with a long-span solution of narrow tapered glulam beam. The rest of the building roof was completed utilizing prefabricated NLT panels over glulam beams.⁠ ⁠ Informed by the importance of the buildings connection with the nature, reclaimed wood in the form of repurposed existing wood logs owned by Musqueam Capital Corporation was used for a portion of this NLT paneling. ⁠ To learn more about this project, visit https://lnkd.in/gJxyZbJ9  ⁠ Images courtesy of Francl Architecture, Nancy Silva Grife⁠ ⁠ Francl Architecture Inc. | Musqueam Capital Corporation | Turner Construction Company | Polygon Homes Ltd. | DIALOG | JRS Engineering | GeoPacific Consultants Ltd. | Kinsol Timber Systems | PWL Partnership Landscape Architects Inc. | Binnie ⁠ #StructuralEngineers #StructuralDesign #MassTimber #Glulam #NLT #HybridConstruction #SustainableDesign

A New Era in Sustainable Construction! We’re proud to celebrate the grand opening of Google’s first-ever mass timber building in Sunnyvale! Partnering with SERA Architects and MGA | Michael Green Architecture, we delivered this 5-story all-electric LEED Platinum office building, setting a new benchmark in sustainable design and construction. The energy and pride for this project was palpable while leaders from Google and the City of Sunnyvale described the journey of partnership and innovation that brought us to yesterday’s official opening celebration. We hope Google employees thrive in this innovative, energy-efficient environment designed to inspire collaboration, creativity, and well-being. It’s been an honor to partner with Google on this transformative project that truly exemplifies building for a better future. #BuildToImproveLives #MassTimber #Sustainability Photography: Ema Peter

We’re excited to unveil the stunning mass timber features in the community hall at the new Cowichan District Hospital (CDH)! This eco-friendly material supports sustainability while bringing the beauty of the surrounding landscape indoors. The use of wood as large posts and crossbeams, allowing an open concept such as the Theew’t-hw (Coast Salish Big House), creates an entrance that fosters connection. A big thanks to our team and partners for the intricate installation and creative approach to meeting rigorous infection prevention and control requirements. This is a big step inside, bringing us closer towards our vision to create the most welcoming place of healing and hope. Learn more about the new CDH: islandhealth.ca/newcdh Alliance partners – EllisDon, BC Infrastructure Benefits Inc., Parkin Architects, Infrastructure BC, Cowichan Tribes, Cowichan Valley Regional District, Municipality of North Cowichan, Cowichan District Hospital Foundation, Kinsol Timber Systems

We are thrilled to provide the mass timber structure for this project at Amherst College. We’re making great strides thanks to the dedicated efforts of our installer, Kinsol. This student center promises to enhance campus life and foster community connections. // Nous sommes ravis de fournir la structure en bois massif pour ce projet du Amherst College. L'installation progresse bien grâce aux efforts dévoués de notre installateur, Kinsol. Ce centre étudiant promet d'améliorer la vie sur le campus et de favoriser les liens communautaires. Shawmut Design and Construction Amherst College Herzog & de Meuron Sasaki TYLin | Silman Structural Solutions Kinsol Timber Systems

We're excited to share the latest update from the Cowichan District Hospital Replacement Project in North Cowichan, BC, where we've made significant strides in sustainable construction by installing mass timber elements. This innovative approach adds architectural beauty and exemplifies our commitment to eco-friendly building practices. Key mass timber components, including glue-laminated columns and beams, cross laminated timber roof panels, and nail laminated timber roof panels, arrived on-site in early September. The community hall of the hospital is now showcasing the first set of these impressive structures. Our dedicated team, in collaboration with Kinsol, managed the intricate installation process. Despite the challenges of working with prefabricated elements requiring precise tolerances, our team ensured seamless coordination among trades and specification adherence, protecting the integrity and aesthetics of the timber during construction. We also provided client education on natural wood characteristics like checking and implementing a Water Mitigation Plan to preserve the timber's quality. This foresight will help minimize future maintenance and ensured that the wood's moisture content remained within ideal limits. Kudos to the EllisDon Cowichan District Hospital Replacement Project team for their outstanding work in orchestrating the mass timber installation. Their collaboration, precision, and hard work have been key to the seamless and timely integration of these defining architectural elements. Stay tuned as we continue to bring the vision of the future Cowichan District Hospital to life. More info, https://shorturl.at/MAJdW Colby F. Aaron van der Linden Charles Benard Sean Dillabaugh Cam Strachan Sarah MacLellan Nikos Koulouris #Nuts'a'maatAlliance

The Best of Both Worlds! We’re proud to be part of the Prologis Evergreen project, North America’s first mass timber-constructed warehouse, where the strength of steel meets the sustainability of wood. This groundbreaking project combines the efficiency of Steelcon’s SIN Beam technology with the natural beauty of cross-laminated timber (CLT). Our innovative use of SIN Beam, paired with steel drag strap plates, provides critical lateral support by seamlessly transferring forces from the CLT deck to the steel bracing system. This advanced design enhances the overall stability of the frame while allowing the materials to work in perfect harmony. This project is a true testament to the power of collaboration between steel, timber, and precast trades. By combining each material’s unique strengths, we’ve created a structure that’s not only strong and stable but also architecturally stunning. #Steelcon #Engineering #SteelFabrication #JoistFabrication #SteelErection #MiscMetals #MetalDeck #StructuralSteel #SINBeam #SteelConstruction #Construction #SteelInnovation #SustainableConstruction #MassTimber #ModernConstruction #GreenBuilding #Teamwork

#WIP: A new #masstimber building on top of an existing concrete one. TYLin, Nordic Structures, Herzog & de Meuron, Sasaki, Shawmut Design and Construction, Kinsol Timber Systems, Optoppen: building up with timber