Red Stag TimberLab (RSTL) Ltd hold FSC® Chain of Custody Certification with FSC license code FSC-C084824, certified by Preferred by Nature, for the supply of FSC certified timber.RSTL Glulam and CLT uses plantation grown NZ Pine which is recognised as a renewable resource. With environmental responsibility being such an important criterion in measuring good design, [...]
Project team: Enovate Consultants, Pacific Environments, Logic Group, Kobe ConstructionClient: Red Stag Investments The Clearwater Apartments (The Gap) is a 5-levelled high-end residential apartment building with a total floor area of 2,130 m2 (including garages). The building has 2-apartments per level with an open plan design looking over the lakefront of the prestigious Clearwater development.The [...]
TimberLab recently celebrated a milestone achievement with Alofa Fealoai – 20 years of loyal service with McIntosh / TimberLab. Alofa made this a double celebration as he moves into retirement! He goes with our very best wishes and a big thank you to him and his family, he will be missed by his family [...]
Awareness of sustainability in our built environment is becoming a key factor in procurement decisions for building materials. Internationally recognised certifications such as Green Building and Living Building are becoming a popular way to measure and monitor the environmental impact of new buildings. Living Building Challenge Contributing to the achievement of [...]
Congratulations for all the Hard Work by all Involved Parties for These Recent Award-winning Projects Rawhiti Retirement Village Best International Design 2020 / Architecture & Design Awards - see more on TimberLab's website Star Mountain Plaza (Kutuba Covention Centre) Winner of Excellence 2020 / Australian Timber Design Awards - International Projects see more on [...]
New Zealand’s Prime Minister was Guest of Honour last Month at the Official Opening of Crown Forest Institute’s New Innovation Centre, Te Whare Nui O Tuteata in Rotorua zorb ball Ardern said she was incredibly impressed with what had been achieved. "It is not often you see a building that showcases what is [...]
Waiheke House Architect: Fabricate / Engineer: Formulate Civil & Structural Ltd / Builder: Thorpe Carpentry Glulam portals and bracing elements are the architectural feature in this modern Kiwi home on Auckland’s Waiheke Island, with its crystal-clear water and vast leafy areas. TimberLab were involved in discussions with the Architect and Engineer from early concept [...]
University of Waikato, The Pā - TimberLab Project Update March 2021 CREDITS: Client: The University of Waikato / Project Manager: Greenstone Group / Architect: Architectus & Jasmax / Engineer: Beca / Constructor: Hawkins Over the past few months, the TimberLab manufacturing team have been focusing their efforts on the delivery of components for one of [...]
Huapai Country Club CREDITS: Architect: Ignite / Engineer: BGT Structures / Construction: Form NZ TimberLab Solutions’ Glulam was used to provide feature structural elements at the recently constructed Huapai Country Club, a premium retirement development in West Auckland. We worked with the Architect and Engineer early in the concept design phase and were able [...]
It is very exciting to see that Star Mountain Plaza (Kutubu Convention Centre) is one of 40 international projects to be announced as a winner in the 2021 Civic Trust Awards. We are proud to be part of the team that produced this award winning glulam; a spectacular demonstration of timber’s beauty, versatility and [...]
We've hit the ground running already! Back on deck & excited about the future of engineered timber. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tutetawha’s new Wharekai in Taupō - Structural Timber Elements used as the Main Architectural Feature CREDITS: Architect: RM Designs / Engineer: EngCo / Builder: RBS Group TimberLab was honoured to supply Glulam and LVL components for [...]
The Management and staff of TimberLab Solutions Ltd wish you all a safe & happy time for Christmas this year. We hope for a bright, healthy & prosperous New Year. Our office will close this year on the 23rd December and re-open on the 11th January 2021. We look forward to working with you and helping [...]
51 Years' Service at TimberLab - It is with mixed emotions that we wish to announce the retirement of Owen Griffiths at the end of this year. Owen has dedicated many years to The Company and timber industry in general and he will be greatly missed. The good news is that he has accepted [...]
TimberLab was proud to play an active role in supporting the recent WoodWorks Conference in Rotorua. With over 150 delegates in attendance, TimberLab was well represented with a 5-strong team, including 3 of our Directors. Our stand showcased what can be achieved with engineered wood products; from curved glulam beams with 5-axis CNC printing, [...]
Sustainable Construction - in a Government Media Release on 16th September 2020, Hon Phil Twyford quoted the following: “Cabinet has agreed that when constructing new buildings, mandated departments and agencies will be required to assess the greenhouse gas emissions resulting from the materials and construction processes used. Agencies should choose those which have the lowest [...]
See TimberLab Newsletter, September 2020
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See TimberLab Newsletter, July 2020
On a recent visit to Rotorua, we took the opportunity to check in with the construction and project management team at Scion to see the progress being made with the construction of the Innovation Hub for New Zealand’s Timber Research Institute. The building is looking absolutely fantastic. It certainly has the wow factor as [...]
See TimberLab Newsletter, June 2020
See TimberLab Newsletter, May 2020
The results of the NZ Wood Resene Timber Design Awards 2020 were announced in April and as always, did not disappoint. The awards are a highly acclaimed, bi-annual event showcasing the innovative, structural and aesthetic use of timber by New Zealand architects and engineers; the entrants providing projects of an exceptionally high standard. ST [...]
It is with great sadness that TimberLab Solutions Ltd advises of the sudden passing of our CEO Grant McIntosh. Grant suffered a heart attack on Sunday afternoon and passed away on Monday night surrounded by his family. Grant inspired a family culture at TimberLab and his passing is a huge shock to the team. [...]
See TimberLab Newsletter, February 2020
