Laminated Timber Architecture: 17 Notable Buildings in Chile

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Responsibly sourced, wood is a renewable, low-emission resource that, in addition to storing carbon within its composition, features low thermal conductivity and high acoustic absorption, creating comfortable, well-insulated spaces year-round. A well-designed timber building will not only enhance these properties but will also be aesthetically pleasing for its occupants and highly energy-efficient.

Today, new technologies have expanded its traditional uses, bringing these qualities to building types and scales previously unexplored. Engineered wood, in particular, enables the construction of large-scale timber buildings, unlocking greater heights and diverse configurations. Moreover, it can be combined with other materials to achieve even more complex structural systems. 

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Cite: Franco, José Tomás. "Laminated Timber Architecture: 17 Notable Buildings in Chile" [Arquitectura con Madera Laminada: 17 edificios notables en Chile] 05 Jul 2026. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1127940/laminated-timber-architecture-17-notable-buildings-in-chile> ISSN 0719-8884
Liceo Mariano Latorre / Macchi - Jeame - Danus & Boza - Boza - Labbé - Ruiz Risueño. Image © Felipe Díaz Contardo

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