Wood not the only solution for buildingPHOTO: STUFF The building industry needs to have a range of options around what it can use in construction. While forestry plays an important role in helping to achieve New Zealand's emissions target, and wood can enhance our built environment, that does not mean wood is the best material for every construction project. Architects and engineers are trained to make appropriate choices on building material. If undetected, water can do significant harm to a timber building's structural performance and durability. Builders, architects, engineers and planners should not feel constrained when choosing the best material for the job.

Source: Stuff December 31, 2017 23:48 UTC