The purpose was to
design and build a small portable prototype structure that could function
as an exhibition stand and as an exemplar modular frame building built as
much as possible of south-east timber and by south-east companies.
The stand should express the potential of being replicable and possess the
means of being put to other uses using similar construction techniques.
The building should signal an opportunity for self-build fabrication
It
should also show how local timber could be used as a primary structural
and cladding material and demonstrate broad mainstream applications.
Ideally, it should also show how the use of innovative production
techniques could further increase commerce within the region.
Both
Weald Woodnet and The TimberBuild Network are attempting to promote the
use of local timber and timber-related companies by the construction
industry. In order to do this,
we feel it important to provide a lead by showing how innovative use of
these local resources has the potential of improving and expanding
forestry-based commerce within the South East.
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For more information contact Steve Johnson from
Architecture Ensemble on 0207 278 7064 or
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