b'MASS TIMBERRenderings for The Exchange in Kelowna, one of many B.C. projects using mass timber in their construction.For example, he says, The sizing and detailing of the member connections are a key consideration, as this is a function of the speed with which these buildings can be erected. MEP (Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing) coordination for routing and penetrations should be considered early, including strategies for exposing these systemsparticularly if the structure is intended to be visible.Moreover, he continues, the fact that mass timber is prone to swelling and shrinkage must be considered during the design phase. Moisture management is key to quality control at all stages of the build.These words of advice come from experience. Faction Projects Inc. has a long history of working with mass timber, using the material for its own office and numerous past projects.We love the aesthetic and find that the tenants enjoy it too. We also like to be at the forefront of construction and design trends, and we see mass timber construction happening a lot over time in B.C., Warrender notes.Like YLW, Faction Projects has also tapped into B.C.s Mass Timber Demonstration Program to drive upfront design and DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT construction planning. And like YLWs team, it is proud to be working on a project that will add another mass timber asset to ARCHITECTURE + PLANNING B.C.s portfolio.CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT In terms of scale and visibility, this is definitely a showcase project for us, adds Warrender.KELOWNACALGARYGRANDE PRAIRIE FACTIONPROJECTS.COM The second building of The Exchange is currently in tender, with construction slated to begin this fall. 54 SOUTHERN INTERIOR CONSTRUCTION ASSOCIATION'