A V-Quest Carbon assessment was carried out on The Botanic Clubhouse’s primary structure. The use of Glulam timber in-lieu of Steel resulted in 80% carbon reduction while estimated cost difference was less than 1%.
Glulam, short for glue-laminated timber, gains strength and stability from the lamination process. It’s popular in construction for its versatility, sustainability and visual appeal.
What sets glulam timber apart is its remarkable ability to sequester carbon. As trees grow, they naturally absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, effectively capturing and storing it within their fibres. When processed into glulam timber, this carbon remains locked away, serving as a sustainable alternative to traditional building materials like steel and concrete.
Pacific Environments’ experience with glulam has been very positive. The buildings and spaces look incredible with some gone on to be award winning. At Pacific Environments we’re passionate about sustainability and innovation, and increasingly our clients are too, enabling us to explore construction methods and find the right balance between suitability, sustainability, and cost. Design better, build better, live better.
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