Growing interest in mass timber construction from architects, engineers and builders has led to the creation of a dedicated design hub in Melbourne’s CBD. Mass Timber Central, developed by Vistek Structural Engineers, will offer hands-on access to structural timber systems, materials and detailing approaches. Displays will range from cross-laminated timber (CLT) and glulam systems to moisture management, acoustic solutions and fire protection, with guidance on specification and installation. Some of the collaborating suppliers include SMT, Proctor Group, XLam, Soprema, Pliteq, Timberlink, Kingspan and TBA Firefly. …Vistek Structural Engineers director Robert Svars explained the space was initiated to help distil complex design systems into an engaging, tactile experience for architects looking to experiment with mass timber.