Why are the numbers of timber-framed structures built in the UK increasing?
As stated above, timber-framed structures are encouraged these days because they provide positive solutions to environmental issues raised when using other ‘traditional’ materials and building techniques. They are also easier to insulate and are less dependent on scarce site skills. In other parts of the developed world, timber frame is the primary method of low-rise building and has been for many years. So, in truth the UK is not a pioneer, but is really only adopting a tried and tested method of construction used in the States, in Canada, in Australia, in Scandinavia and elsewhere in the world and learnt from their expertise.
