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In addition, GFF worked with For- mations Studios and Georgia Tech to develop an eye-catching mass timber exhibit called the Torus Arch that has been installed in the retail courtyard at Ponce City Market. The documentary and the exhibit will be used to illuminate the economic and environmental benefits of mass timber to all Georgians.
2|Accelerating the Utilization of Mass Timber
Starting in the fall of 2023, GFF will be leading a Mass Timber Accelerator, which is designed to catalyze and promote active mass timber developments by conducting early-design-phase technical and finan- cial feasibility studies. The Accelerator program will be competitive and applica- tion-based. The program seeks to attract, support and empower new mass timber practitioners.
GFF will work together with the USDA Forest Service, Softwood Lumber Board, WoodWorks, The American Institute of Architects, Southface and the City of Atlanta to connect with a broad group of architects, engineers and construction professionals.
GFF’s Torus Arch stands in the courtyard of Ponce City Market, where people can interact and learn more about the beauty and versatility of wood.
increase momentum for a thriving mass timber industry in Georgia.
GFF will promote the structure through events and in the media to engage local architecture, engineering and construction professionals — as well as other influencers, journalists and policymakers — to grow the mass timber movement in Georgia.
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GFF is working together with James-
An Immersive Mass Timber Installation
town to build an immersive mass timber venue and educational instal- lation at Ponce City Market. Once constructed, it will introduce mil- lions of visitors from across Georgia and the country to mass timber and
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