Structural Report




This report was prepared by Blackwell Engineering


Blackwell Contributors:
Elishua Ben-Choreen, P.Eng
Michael Hopkins, AScT.
Kenny Cryer, P.Eng



In it you will find:

  • A glossary of commonly used structural terms
  • Commonly asked questions and further considerations
  • An analysis of the typical material types and assemblies found in the (13) house types from the Design Catalogue




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