b'MASS TIMBERThe use of NLT harkens to a traditionalhistorical and leading-edge construction construction technique used in the earlytechniques for this building typology.1900s to build warehouses and other large buildings using readily availableWork on the building has gone and sustainable material (wood) to buildaccording to plan, save for the now-floor and roof assemblies, with relativelytypical challenges brought on by supply simple tools and manufacturingchain delays. Still, says Warrender, processes, explains Warrender. Theworking with mass timber has required combination of exposed NLT withcareful consideration on key aspects such glue-laminated columns and beams informs the choices for the interior andas architectural aesthetics, structural exterior finishes, resulting in a uniquedetailing, fire safety, acoustics and the yet modern aestheticone that blendslogistics of fabrication and installation the use of natural materials as well ason site.includes the revitalization of two existing buildings and the construction of two new mass timber buildings that will introduce modern commercial and retail spaces into the historic industrialdistrict.The use of mass timber at The Exchange is fundamental to achieving a design aesthetic that honours the neighbouring industrial space, says Alec Warrender, Manager of Planning + Development with Faction Projects Inc.,Ramco Floor & Tile specializes in the supply and installationKELOWNA the sole owner, designer and builderof commercial flooring and tile. We complete projectsPhone: 250-860-2277estimating@ramcofloors.comfor the project. This decision [to usethroughout British Columbia.Including remote areas. www.ramcofloors.commass timber] has direct implications on the design process and aesthetic goals for the project, from the exposed wood elements to the size and shape of theSpecializing in Structural Architectural & Utility Precast Products floor plates and the look and feel of the finished spaces. DELIVERY & CRANE SERVICE Faction Projects has already completed the foundation for the sites first mass ManholeSeptic TanksUtility ProductsOil Interceptors AVAILABLEtimber building. It will be a four-storey, Catch BasinsBarriersBox CulvertInlet/Outlet Structures Picinic Tables Parking CurbsC.I Frame & GratesLight Pole Bases45,000-sq.-ft. mixed-use developmentCable Duct Trenchesbuilt to Step 3 of the BC Energy Step1161A Chief Louis Way, Kamloops Code, with office and amenity spacesFax: (250) 382-5786 Email:info@kempconcrete.com Web:www.kempconcrete.comat the top and retail outlets on its main floor. Nearly 680,000 board feet (e.g., 1ft. x 1ft. x 1ft.) of lumber is being used to bring Faction Projects design to life, including 260,000 board feet of glulam posts and beams and 420,000 board feet of NLT (nail laminated timber) panels, which are being fabricated on site before the timber structure arrives in fall.SICA CONSTRUCTION REVIEWFall 202253'