Designing for Longevity

30.06.2025

Designing for Longevity

In the pursuit of sustainable architecture, designing for longevity is crucial to ensure that buildings can withstand the test of time while minimising their environmental impact. Oslotre, a specialist timber design consultancy based in Oslo, focuses on creating structures that prioritise durability, reuse, health, and natural ventilation. With their...

Villa Løken by Oslotre: A Testament to Sustainable Timber Architecture

30.06.2025

Villa Løken by Oslotre: A Testament to Sustainable Timber Architecture

Nestled amongst the serenity of a small island outside of Oslo, Norway lies a vision of sustainable residential architecture – the Villa Løken project. A testament to the transformative power of thoughtful design and considered materials, this hidden timber gem seamlessly integrates with its natural surroundings while embodying a...

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Mitigating Climate Change – Timber as a Natural Carbon Storage Technology

Amidst the extractive nature of most construction materials, timber emerges as a beacon of regenerative quality, offering a solution to the challenges posed by climate change. Oslotre, a visionary timber design consultancy based out of…

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A European Craft Takes Root in Australia: Paolo Aschieri on Mass Timber Buildings

When Paolo Aschieri talks about timber, it’s not just as a building material—it’s a mission. As the co-director of Theca Timber, Paolo has been instrumental in bringing Europe’s sophisticated timber construction practices to Australian shores.…

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Nurturing Futures: Save the Children Norway’s Timber Haven

Norway’s Save the Children office, a recent creation by the Oslo-based timber design consultancy Oslotre, stands as an exceptional illustration of the ultimate sustainable timber building.

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Valley Wood Project – Pioneering Timber Innovation in Norway

In 2019, the completion of Oslotre’s Valley Wood project marked a significant milestone in Norway’s architectural landscape. Standing as the largest and tallest timber office building in the country, this seven-story structure pushed the boundaries…

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Golden Light and Timeless Warmth: Nebraska House by Lara Maeseele Celebrates Tasmanian Oak

Tucked along the coastal northern tip of Bruny Island, Tasmania, Nebraska House is an architectural homage to light, landscape, and local materials, most notably, the refined, golden warmth of Tasmanian Oak. Designed by Belgian-born, Tasmania-based…

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Buildings as a Global Carbon Sink: Timber Construction for Climate Change Mitigation

A groundbreaking study by researchers proposes a revolutionary approach to transform urban construction from a climate threat into a powerful climate solution.

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Episode 38| 28 April 2025

Michael Lee is a technical expert in Tasmanian Timber. Mick, as he’s known within the sector, has over 30 years experience in research, timber production, and systems. He works with builders, designers, and architects to create solutions that benefit the environment, the economy, and the community.

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