This is an affiliated event of VCD - read more at: https://twigbc.ca/digitalwood/

A mini symposium discussing the state of the art in digital design, engineering and fabrication of timber systems and innovative prefabricated building approaches.

This half-day event will have presenters discussing the innovation happening in the construction industry with regard to timber design, engineering and fabrication and the interconnectedness required to achieve a project. The symposium will discuss what is required to complete these challenging projects in timber. In addition, leaders in the prefabrication industry will discuss challenges for companies entering the timber prefabrication sector with the high risks and upfront investment required. The presenters will discuss strategies companies are adopting. We will start with a discussion of what academia is doing with regard to innovation in timber and educating future leaders in the technology.