The nest

Various locations, South West England, UK

Structural engineering and project management of complex timber grid-shell and steel demountable zome structure. Geometry rationalization and fabrication optimization using custom built parametric scripts. The space will be used as summer make course on modular construction and demountable breathable lightweight structures. The timber for the cassettes is locally sourced Douglas Fir while the insulation and weather membranes are 100% recycled products from the UK.

Client – The Woodland Presents CIC
Architect – Workshop Collaborative
Structural engineer – Define Engineers

Define’s scope : Geometry and detailing development, Structural concept development and testing, Permanent and temporary structural analysis, Construction sequence, Material treatment and systems development and selection, Complete design development in 2D and 3D