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Project Audits identify the risks and opportunities afforded by the application of mass timber to your project and incorporate recommendations for how cost, embodied carbon, and risk can be minimised to improve viability, sustainability, and long-term durability. 

Audits are typically conducted based on RIBA Stage 1 - 3 information.

Benefits

  • Suitability – understand if mass timber is appropriate for your project.
  • Value – identify cost-saving opportunities.
  • Carbon Reduction – understand where and how embodied carbon can be reduced.
  • Risk Management – be aware of compliance and durability risks, and how to mitigate them.
  • Cost Planning – receive further information to support accurate budgeting.
  • Procurement – access recommendations on system selection and procurement.
  • Design Fit – understand how timber systems meet your design brief and market context.

Outputs

  • Tailored Approach – outputs can be aligned with the level of information available and your budget.
  • Light Touch – high-level written summary of key risks and opportunities.
  • In-depth – a comprehensive review of all project documentation, with an illustrated report and clear recommendations to improve your scheme.
  • Insurance risk assessment - a tailored report that highlights project risks, sets out mitigation strategies, and positions you to secure the most competitive premium from insurers.