Mass Timber Building Science Primer

This primer provides an overview and introduction to mass timber technology and applications ranging from long-spanning roof structures to tall timber towers, written by Dr. Ted Kesik and Rosemary Martin in partnership with RDH Building Science. Developed by the Mass Timber Institute with industry collaboration, it addresses the specialized building science knowledge needed to deliver well-performing projects that is often not accessible to architects and engineers. The primer is aimed at average design practitioners with little to no familiarity with mass timber building technology.