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Foundation Design for Mass Timber Buildings

Foundation Design for Mass Timber Buildings: Can They be Smaller?

In today's video Ricky McLain discusses the technical aspects of foundation design for mass timber building construction and respective design considerations. It's often cited that one of the main benefits of using mass timber is the potential for reduction in foundation sizes, thanks to the lighter weight of timber compared to other materials like steel and concrete. However, the determination of foundation sizes is more complex and depends on a variety of factors.