Green oak timber is unseasoned ‘green’ oak, freshly cut within 3 to 18 months after the tree is felled, retaining high moisture content. Green oak frames are the primary structural element of a building, instead of steel or any other masonry, held together using pegged mortice, tenon, dovetail and other joints. The oak members can be infilled with other timber or brickwork to make it look as pleasing as possible. The timber can be beams, posts, braces or roof trusses.
Our services cover all aspects of structural engineering for green oak frame buildings, from complete project solutions to specific engineering advice. Whether you need us to design and provide calculations for individual elements of your project or create a full structural engineering solution for the entire building, we can tailor our services to meet your needs.
Our structural engineering designs provide comprehensive, mathematically calculated design proofs. They outline all engineering aspects of your building including material usage, joints, fixings, and section sizes. These designs are essential for developing the final project plan and are frequently referenced throughout the sourcing and construction phases. Our team of chartered consulting engineers is equipped to assist with any structural issues. We work directly with you, your architect, or your engineers to provide expert guidance and support.
At AWA Engineers, we specialise in providing calculations and drawings for the structural design of green oak frames. These comprehensive deliverables are essential for a building regulations application. Many structural engineers lack expertise in working with green oak buildings, as it is a specialised area. Our specialist oak frame engineers have extensive experience in this niche to help you create structures that are not only beautiful but also durable.
We recommend involving our team as early as possible in the design process. Even if you already have an architect our expertise can provide valuable guidance and advice on the specific design considerations and processes relevant to oak frames.
Engaging AWA Engineers ensures that your green oak framing project benefits from:
Any structural timber frame should be evaluated by a competent structural engineer. As oak dries, it becomes harder and stronger. Despite being relatively low in weight, oak is highly dense. During the drying phase, oak may experience creep deflection, splitting, shrinking or distortion. Therefore, the joints should be designed to “tighten up” as the wood dries. Due to these unique characteristics, it is essential for the structure to be designed by specialists. For anyone planning a building project with a green oak frame, from residential homes to commercial structures or restoration of historical buildings, our team is equipped to provide expert engineering solutions.
"AWA were brilliant - really responsive and made sure the process went smoothly working with our architect."
Amelia Stead, Client
AWA Consulting Engineers is a structural, civil, and marine engineering consultancy established in 1987, with a hard-won but deserved reputation for delivering excellence in our profession.
Our philosophy is simple: we put people first. This has resulted in a high number of repeat clients and an impressive track record of successful award-winning projects. We are proud to be professional, and approachable; we believe this makes us the ideal partner for your project.
AWA has technical teams in our offices located in Romsey, Hampshire and Bath, Somerset. We deliver services to clients typically across the South, South East and South West.
Our team includes both chartered structural engineers and chartered civil engineers committed to continuous professional development ensuring you benefit from up to date industry expertise, whatever your project entails.
To find out more about how AWA Consulting Engineers can help with your project, get in touch today. Email mail@awaengineers.com and one of the team will be in touch. Alternatively, call 01794 524447 to speak to a member of our team.
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