London’s wooden skyscraper explained

London’s wooden skyscraper explained

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In 2016, a proposal was unveiled to construct London's first wooden skyscraper, made of timber and featuring midrise terraces. Planned for central London near the Barbican estate, the 300-meter tall building could accommodate up to 1,000 residential homes within a 1,000,000 square feet area. The structure aims to comply with fire regulations applicable to concrete and steel buildings. If successful, it would become London's second tallest building after The Shard.

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What materials will the building be primarily made of?

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What is the height of the proposed wooden skyscraper in London?

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How many new residential homes could the skyscraper potentially house?

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What regulations will the wooden structure need to meet?

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What would be the significance of the building in terms of its height compared to other buildings in London?

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