CPD Programmes
About Carpenter Oak
Carpenter Oak is the UK's leader in bespoke frames and produces more than any other UK company. This means that we are continually redefining the boundaries of what can be achieved when using a timber structure and have unequalled experience in solving new timber engineering problems. This places us in a unique position to provide timber-framing CPD programmes, helping us to expand the knowledge of the architectural and engineering professions around the UK.
Carpenter Oak was founded in 1987 and developed from the roots of a small, timber-frame repair and conservation business. The company diversified and grew into a leader in not just residential but commercial timber-framed buildings and historic frame conservation and restoration, gaining a reputation as the industry experts in this area.
In 2003 we opened a specialist division to concentrate on timber engineering for high-specification and difficult projects. Built on our high levels of technical expertise and years of practical experience of complex design, exacting manufacture and erection methodology, we are now regarded by many as the leading authority in the UK.
Carpenter Oak CPD programmes
Developing the way that architects and engineers understand both the role and potential of timber framing in today’s building design and construction
At Carpenter Oak, we believe it is key to work as partners. Collaborating, sharing knowledge and supporting each other’s businesses.
As part of that ethos, we have developed a set of Continual Professional Development (CPD) courses. Each is designed to offer insight and knowledge into oak, timber framing and pushing the boundaries with evermore creative and expertly engineered projects. We are constantly showing the diversity of wood and how it rivals many other materials.
Timber framing is one of our oldest construction methods, yet this very history often informs assumptions about the role of a timber frame in architecture.
Timber frames are often perceived as traditional structures, incorporated as aesthetic add-ons to a design rather than them fulfilling their real potential as a structural part of a building.
Carpenter Oak’s range of CPD programmes are designed to significantly enrich the knowledge of architects, engineers and construction professionals – showing how timber frames can play an important role in today’s architecture.
If you would like to book a CPD with Carpenter Oak, contact us.
One-hour CPD programme
A one-hour CPD for anyone involved in or considering the use of structural timber frames in a building project, and how timber provides a structural solution for any project.
Half-day CPD programme
A half-day CPD session designed to provide architects and engineers with a detailed insight into timber-framing methods, construction, design and potential within today’s architecture, as well as a tour of the yard and Q&A with some of our skilled carpenters in the workshops.
Presenters
Our presenters’ informal yet well-structured style provides an ideal forum for discussion and debate and attendees are encouraged to raise questions and issues relating to their projects.
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