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Structure of UBC’s tall wood building now complete

Structure of UBC’s tall wood building now complete

The mass wood structure and façade has been completed for UBC’s Brock Commons student residence four months ahead of schedule, showcasing the advantages of building with wood.

Sep 15, 2016

Event: Media availability at UBC’s tall wood building, Brock Commons

Brock Commons is an 18-storey student residence under construction at UBC that will be the world’s tallest wood building at 53 metres (about 174 feet) when completed in Fall 2017.

Sep 14, 2016

New UBC student residence to be among world’s tallest wood buildings

New UBC student residence to be among world’s tallest wood buildings

One of the tallest wood buildings in the world will soon be constructed at UBC, providing housing for hundreds of students.

Oct 1, 2015

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