Providing an innovative timber engineering solution for an innovative company was the motivation for the choice of Pres-Lam for the new Trimble Offices in Christchurch. The first Pres-Lam building to combine the use of frames and walls the new Trimble offices structure is also currently the largest Pres-Lam building in the world.

High strength connections were also required which have been provided through the use of timber rivets and screws. This use of the next generation of timber engineering fastener creates a strong and stiff low profile connection which fits perfectly into the buildings architecture.

Continuing the spirit of innovation a building monitoring system was installed in the structure. Combining Trimble Navigation’s sensor systems and Pres-Lam timber engineering innovation has resulted in one of the most high technology and resilient buildings in New Zealand.

Image 1 (top): Exterior view.
Image 2 (right): Interior, common space.
Image 3 (below): Exterior, street view.
Photos by Conor Boyd Photography