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Mon Repos featured | Article "Timber a Must for New Turtle Centre"

Kirk Architects are known for their innovative use of GLT such as the façade mullions and GHD Auditorium structure at the University of Queensland’s flagship Advanced Engineering Building.

Hyne Timber
"Timber a Must for New Turtle Centre"

Using timber, when detailed well such as the Mon Repos project, means we can also meet the minimum 50 year design life requirement.

Rob Mansell, Hyne Timber’s Glue Laminated Timber Business Development Manager – Commercial
"Timber a Must for New Turtle Centre"

The significance of using Spotted Gum goes far beyond the environmental credentials and support for the local economy. This particular timber was specified for its durability, strength, density and appearance to suit the corrosive, coastal environment.

Hyne Timber
"Timber a Must for New Turtle Centre"

Image Source: Hyne Timber

Image 1: Richard Kirk, John Hesse and Robert Mansell on site

Image 2: Connections coming together

Image 3: Connection detail

Image 4: Richard Kirk, John Hesse and Robert Mansell on site

Image 5: Column tree installation

Image 6: Katie Fowden and Dr Andrew Magub admiring the Spotted Gum

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