10.10.2025
ATIBT and the CNDB invite you to a webinar dedicated to construction and development using tropical wood, an opportunity to discuss uses, performance, and best practices through concrete feedback.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. – online
This discussion is aimed at architects, design offices, specifiers, companies, and all professionals who want to better understand the potential of tropical wood species in contemporary projects.
The goal is to stimulate reflection, share challenges, and discover inspiring examples of implementation.
Program
Welcome and general presentation
Sarah Laroussi (CNDB) & Paul Cuveillier (ATIBT)
Feedback – Jeanne Chauvin University Building
Clément Vulliez (Canal Architecture)
Focus on Padouk cladding
Fire performance and constraints
François Troufflard (Woodenha)
Feedback – Maison des Associations
Thierry Chavanne (HPL Architectes)
Focus on Bilinga cladding
Reminder & issues surrounding the RDUE – The timber trade
Alessandra Negri (LCB)
Presentation of the book Guide to the performance and functional requirements of African tropical timber structures
Jean Gérard (CIRAD)
Questions and discussion with participants
Why participate?
Free participation, registration required
Date: Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Time: 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Format: Online
Organized by ATIBT and CNDB, with the participation of Canal Architecture, Woodenha, HPL Architectes, LCB, and CIRAD.
