Wooden performance
Foyle, J.
Wooden performance - 2004 - Architects' Journal 220(9) 9 September 2004, 42-44(3) .
The third in a series of articles looking at materials in their historical settings, explores the recent revival in the popularity of timber construction. Highlights its use back to Anglo-Saxon times and charts its history through the ages and the changes in construction. Looks at the case of Ightham Mote, Kent, which has been extensively restored using traditional timber conservation and repair. (See also Abs67998 and Abs68102).
BUILDING MATERIALS
HISTORICAL BUILDINGS
TIMBER CONSTRUCTION
Wooden performance - 2004 - Architects' Journal 220(9) 9 September 2004, 42-44(3) .
The third in a series of articles looking at materials in their historical settings, explores the recent revival in the popularity of timber construction. Highlights its use back to Anglo-Saxon times and charts its history through the ages and the changes in construction. Looks at the case of Ightham Mote, Kent, which has been extensively restored using traditional timber conservation and repair. (See also Abs67998 and Abs68102).
BUILDING MATERIALS
HISTORICAL BUILDINGS
TIMBER CONSTRUCTION