Calvert Twin Beaches Branch Library
North Beach, MD-
Bldg system
Mass Timber
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No. Of Stories
3
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Sq. footage
18200
Calvert Library utilized mass timber construction, taking advantage of two primary considerations of timber construction; speed of construction and lightweight materials.
Speed of Construction: Glulam timber components are prefabricated off-site, reducing on-site construction time. This results in faster project completion, minimizing disruption to the site and nearby operations.
Lightweight yet Strong: Timber is surprisingly strong and lightweight, making it suitable for a variety of architectural designs. It allows for long spans and open, inviting spaces, which can be especially advantageous for libraries.
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Construction Type:
II-A
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Building Type:
Civic (Recreational)
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Material Types:
Mass Timber, Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT), Glue-Laminated Timber (GLT or glulam)
Companies Involved:
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Colimore Architects
Architect
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Scheibel Construction
General Contractor
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Timber Systems
Mass Timber Supplier & Installer