Mass timber engineering.
Mass timber engineering.
Mass timber can drive construction’s decarbonisation, delivering projects that achieve strong commercial returns and positive social outcomes.
We have helped deliver mass timber projects across Australia.
Our experience in mass timber spans hotels, offices, warehouses, schools and homes and have been recognised and awards such as CTBUH 2022 Award of Excellence – Renovation and Timber Design Awards
We have helped deliver mass timber projects across Australia.
Our experience in mass timber spans hotels, offices, warehouses, schools and homes and have been recognised and awards such as CTBUH 2022 Award of Excellence – Renovation and Timber Design Awards
We have helped deliver mass timber projects across Australia.
Our experience in mass timber spans hotels, offices, warehouses, schools and homes and have been recognised and awards such as CTBUH 2022 Award of Excellence – Renovation and Timber Design Awards
Services purpose built for timber design.
Digitally connected.
Central to mass timber’s manufacturing process is the development of a detailed fabrication model (LOD400). We offer this as a standard deliverable with further capabilities to incorporate steel fabrication detailing into a single model for steel/timber hybrid systems.
Our workflow streamlines the connection between design and fabrication and the project’s digital-assets can be utilised to improve procurement strategies, costing accuracy, construction planning and the integration of complimenting prefabrication systems such as facades.
Network supported.
Strong relationships with both local and international mass timber manufacturers provide a detailed of the development of the systems and products driving further innovation in the supply chain.
Our network extends beyond Australia to European and North American markets connecting us with collaborating expertise, specialist product suppliers and a wealth of research from international markets.
We also support the expansion of mass timer’s knowledge in the industry through our construction to conferences, design resources and academic research.
Project aligned.
For mass timber projects, the structural design can unlock cost savings across the project – from CNC reationalised detailing to accelerating site installation.
Our long experience as engineers across a range of markets allows us to embed considerations such as supply-chain capabilities, logistics, site installation and relevant technical disciplines into our design process – resulting in cost-rationalised structural systems, better supplier flexibility, simplified pathways for NCC compliance and safer installation processes.
Services purpose built for timber design.
Digitally connected.
Central to mass timber’s manufacturing process is the development of a detailed fabrication model (LOD400). We offer this as a standard deliverable with further capabilities to incorporate steel fabrication detailing into a single model for steel/timber hybrid systems.
Our workflow streamlines the connection between design and fabrication and the project’s digital-assets can be utilised to improve procurement strategies, costing accuracy, construction planning and the integration of complimenting prefabrication systems such as facades.
Network supported.
Strong relationships with both local and international mass timber manufacturers provide a detailed of the development of the systems and products driving further innovation in the supply chain.
Our network extends beyond Australia to European and North American markets connecting us with collaborating expertise, specialist product suppliers and a wealth of research from international markets.
We also support the expansion of mass timer’s knowledge in the industry through our construction to conferences, design resources and academic research.
Project aligned.
For mass timber projects, the structural design can unlock cost savings across the project – from CNC reationalised detailing to accelerating site installation.
Our long experience as engineers across a range of markets allows us to embed considerations such as supply-chain capabilities, logistics, site installation and relevant technical disciplines into our design process – resulting in cost-rationalised structural systems, better supplier flexibility, simplified pathways for NCC compliance and safer installation processes.
Harness mass timber’s potential.
For projects seeking building sustainability ratings (such as 7 Star Energy Efficiency or Green Star ratings) mass timber can be one of the most cost-effective measures to be deployed to meet these goals.
Its speed of construction, precision and thermal performance combine to support the rapid delivery of energy efficient and healthier buildings – giving it the potential to help address key community needs such as better quality, affordable housing.
Build better and align with sustainable or ESG objectives.
Harness mass timber’s potential.
For projects seeking building sustainability ratings (such as 7 Star Energy Efficiency or Green Star ratings) mass timber can be one of the most cost-effective measures to be deployed to meet these goals.
Its speed of construction, precision and thermal performance combine to support the rapid delivery of energy efficient and healthier buildings – giving it the potential to help address key community needs such as better quality, affordable housing.
Build better and align with sustainable or ESG objectives.
Residential | Commercial
Residential | Commercial
Mass timber can be highly suited to residential projects such as new homes and holiday houses. Vistek are experienced in designing for this sector and support our engineering service with general advice on how to procure, construct and manage the overall process.
These project predominately utilise CLT and deliver a wonderful internal environment. Additionally, mass timber can greatly simplify achieving 7 Star energy ratings or other sustainable goals such as Passive House accreditation.
It can also be a relatively cost-effective way to build. The inherent thermal performance of mass timber reduces additional work that conventional building requires to manage requirements such as insulation and thermal bridging, whilst the speed of construction also reduces costs by simply completing the project much faster.
Below are some FAQ to help you learn more or feel free to contact us with the details of your project and we will be happy to provide some "no-obligation" feedback so you can better understand if mass timber is the right fit for your project.
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It depends on a few key factors — things like structural spans, the layout of the building, and how easily materials can be delivered to the site. Some homes are a perfect fit, while others may need to consider adjusting the design to work well in mass timber. We're happy to review your concept or plans and offer no-obligation feedback to help you understand what's possible.
We’re not suppliers ourselves, but we work closely with all the major players in the mass timber industry - both local and international. If you're considering your options, we can help you understand what’s available and connect you with the right suppliers for your project needs.
Early input can save time and cost. Mass timber projects benefit most when structural advice is provided at concept stage — we can help shape the design concept and material strategy before key decisions are locked in. This means that considerations like logistics, installation and supplier capability are captured ealry in the design process.
Yes — we maintain a growing library of samples from both Australian and European suppliers. This includes CLT, Glulam, connectors, membranes, and other products relevant to mass timber construction. You're welcome to visit our office to see and discuss these samples in person.
Both. We regularly collaborate with architects, developers, and builders. Whether you're still exploring options or need detailed engineering, we're flexible in how we work — and always focused on the bigger picture.
It depends on a few key factors — things like structural spans, the layout of the building, and how easily materials can be delivered to the site. Some homes are a perfect fit, while others may need to consider adjusting the design to work well in mass timber. We're happy to review your concept or plans and offer no-obligation feedback to help you understand what's possible.
We’re not suppliers ourselves, but we work closely with all the major players in the mass timber industry - both local and international. If you're considering your options, we can help you understand what’s available and connect you with the right suppliers for your project needs.
Early input can save time and cost. Mass timber projects benefit most when structural advice is provided at concept stage — we can help shape the design concept and material strategy before key decisions are locked in. This means that considerations like logistics, installation and supplier capability are captured ealry in the design process.
Yes — we maintain a growing library of samples from both Australian and European suppliers. This includes CLT, Glulam, connectors, membranes, and other products relevant to mass timber construction. You're welcome to visit our office to see and discuss these samples in person.
Both. We regularly collaborate with architects, developers, and builders. Whether you're still exploring options or need detailed engineering, we're flexible in how we work — and always focused on the bigger picture.
It depends on a few key factors — things like structural spans, the layout of the building, and how easily materials can be delivered to the site. Some homes are a perfect fit, while others may need to consider adjusting the design to work well in mass timber. We're happy to review your concept or plans and offer no-obligation feedback to help you understand what's possible.
We’re not suppliers ourselves, but we work closely with all the major players in the mass timber industry - both local and international. If you're considering your options, we can help you understand what’s available and connect you with the right suppliers for your project needs.
Early input can save time and cost. Mass timber projects benefit most when structural advice is provided at concept stage — we can help shape the design concept and material strategy before key decisions are locked in. This means that considerations like logistics, installation and supplier capability are captured ealry in the design process.
Yes — we maintain a growing library of samples from both Australian and European suppliers. This includes CLT, Glulam, connectors, membranes, and other products relevant to mass timber construction. You're welcome to visit our office to see and discuss these samples in person.
Both. We regularly collaborate with architects, developers, and builders. Whether you're still exploring options or need detailed engineering, we're flexible in how we work — and always focused on the bigger picture.
Deliver sustainable ROI.
Mass timber is renewable, responsibly sourced, carbon sequestering, low-waste and highly circular – making it arguable the most sustainable approach to construction currently in market.
It has the ability to deliver high-value built assets so that sustainable construction practices can be combined with solid commercial returns.
Deliver sustainable ROI.
Mass timber is renewable, responsibly sourced, carbon sequestering, low-waste and highly circular – making it arguable the most sustainable approach to construction currently in market.
It has the ability to deliver high-value built assets so that sustainable construction practices can be combined with solid commercial returns.
Residential | Commercial
Residential | Commercial
Business and government strategies are evolving to increasingly support sustainable construction, creating a new economic landscape where mass timber provides a highly cost-effective option to for new buildings to align with genuine carbon abatement goals.
Organisations can adopt mass timber as part of long-term planning to reduce their carbon footprint. By taking a strategic approach, they can align these actions with their broader company goals and embed in their operations processes to ensure decarbonisation is central to their development practices.
Our services assist enterprise-wide low-carbon construction planning and the development of the relevant internal skills and tools.
Ideally, structural input should begin during early concept design or feasibility. We can help identify structural strategies that leverages modern construction approaches (eg, mass timber, prefabricated elements and/or digital planning) and the work to align with your architectural intent and commercial goals. We also look to minimise project risks going forward such as NCC compliance and procurement.
We tailor our approach to suit delivery constraints - prioritising early resolution of critical path items, engaging with preferred contractors where needed, and embedding coordination checkpoints. Our experience with D&C procurement ensures designs remain robust, compliant, and buildable without overengineering.
Yes. We regularly collaborate with international design teams and suppliers - adapting to time zones, shared platforms (Revit, Rhino, IFC), and varied code requirements. We have strong existing relationships with international suppliers (eg. Hess, Hasslacher, KLH and Stora Enso) as well as experience with international steel procurement and international consultant such as shop modelling consultants, digital workflow experts and other design/research specialists.
We’re industry leaders in mass timber design and adaptive reuse. Our portfolio includes award-winning CLT, GLT, and hybrid structures, and we regularly contribute to international design guides. Our work focuses on efficient material use, minimal disruption to existing fabric, and considers fire and moisture management. It is not limited to timber building options as there are other prefabricated approaches that hold similar advantages to mass timber and can be leveraged to unlock the opportunities in vertical extensions.
Yes. We regularly advise clients during pre-development and ESG planning phases. Structural strategy—particularly involving mass timber—can significantly influence embodied carbon, circularity, and compliance with emerging sustainability frameworks (like NABERS, Green Star, and TCFD reporting). Engaging with us early allows us to shape feasible, cost-aligned pathways before a project is live, reducing ESG risk and improving investor confidence.
Ideally, structural input should begin during early concept design or feasibility. We can help identify structural strategies that leverages modern construction approaches (eg, mass timber, prefabricated elements and/or digital planning) and the work to align with your architectural intent and commercial goals. We also look to minimise project risks going forward such as NCC compliance and procurement.
We tailor our approach to suit delivery constraints - prioritising early resolution of critical path items, engaging with preferred contractors where needed, and embedding coordination checkpoints. Our experience with D&C procurement ensures designs remain robust, compliant, and buildable without overengineering.
Yes. We regularly collaborate with international design teams and suppliers - adapting to time zones, shared platforms (Revit, Rhino, IFC), and varied code requirements. We have strong existing relationships with international suppliers (eg. Hess, Hasslacher, KLH and Stora Enso) as well as experience with international steel procurement and international consultant such as shop modelling consultants, digital workflow experts and other design/research specialists.
We’re industry leaders in mass timber design and adaptive reuse. Our portfolio includes award-winning CLT, GLT, and hybrid structures, and we regularly contribute to international design guides. Our work focuses on efficient material use, minimal disruption to existing fabric, and considers fire and moisture management. It is not limited to timber building options as there are other prefabricated approaches that hold similar advantages to mass timber and can be leveraged to unlock the opportunities in vertical extensions.
Yes. We regularly advise clients during pre-development and ESG planning phases. Structural strategy—particularly involving mass timber—can significantly influence embodied carbon, circularity, and compliance with emerging sustainability frameworks (like NABERS, Green Star, and TCFD reporting). Engaging with us early allows us to shape feasible, cost-aligned pathways before a project is live, reducing ESG risk and improving investor confidence.
Ideally, structural input should begin during early concept design or feasibility. We can help identify structural strategies that leverages modern construction approaches (eg, mass timber, prefabricated elements and/or digital planning) and the work to align with your architectural intent and commercial goals. We also look to minimise project risks going forward such as NCC compliance and procurement.
We tailor our approach to suit delivery constraints - prioritising early resolution of critical path items, engaging with preferred contractors where needed, and embedding coordination checkpoints. Our experience with D&C procurement ensures designs remain robust, compliant, and buildable without overengineering.
Yes. We regularly collaborate with international design teams and suppliers - adapting to time zones, shared platforms (Revit, Rhino, IFC), and varied code requirements. We have strong existing relationships with international suppliers (eg. Hess, Hasslacher, KLH and Stora Enso) as well as experience with international steel procurement and international consultant such as shop modelling consultants, digital workflow experts and other design/research specialists.
We’re industry leaders in mass timber design and adaptive reuse. Our portfolio includes award-winning CLT, GLT, and hybrid structures, and we regularly contribute to international design guides. Our work focuses on efficient material use, minimal disruption to existing fabric, and considers fire and moisture management. It is not limited to timber building options as there are other prefabricated approaches that hold similar advantages to mass timber and can be leveraged to unlock the opportunities in vertical extensions.
Yes. We regularly advise clients during pre-development and ESG planning phases. Structural strategy—particularly involving mass timber—can significantly influence embodied carbon, circularity, and compliance with emerging sustainability frameworks (like NABERS, Green Star, and TCFD reporting). Engaging with us early allows us to shape feasible, cost-aligned pathways before a project is live, reducing ESG risk and improving investor confidence.
