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25 November 2025

Waugh Thistleton Architects on the future of timber: four criteria for circularity

Waugh Thistleton Architects (WTA), London-based architectural practice and Woodcircles' partner, brings its vision to life in a new video interview, spotlighting the evolving role of timber in construction, sustainability, and design innovation. Kirsten Haggart, WTA Director, emphasises how the use of reclaimed timber in construction is evolving, and which approach unlocks its potential.

Waugh Thistleton Architects (WTA), London-based architectural practice and Woodcircles’ partner, brings its vision to life in a new video interview, spotlighting the evolving role of timber in construction, sustainability, and design innovation.

Kirsten Haggart, WTA Director, emphasises how the use of reclaimed timber in construction is evolving, and which approach unlocks its potential through four circularity criteria:

On top of these criteria, a central point to improve the reuse of components revolves around supplementing and sourcing the additional data needed to disassemble the buildings.

Watch the full video and discover the expertise and contribution that WTA brings to Woodcirlces.

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8 September 2026

WOODCIRCLES Travelling Demonstrator takes circular timber construction from research to reality

As World Green Building Week 2026 puts the spotlight on the future of the built environment, the WOODCIRCLES project is bringing circular construction principles to life with the first full installation of its Travelling Demonstrator in Tartu, Estonia.

Events
21 August 2026

The Woodcirlces Travelling Demonstrator opens its European journey at the Estonian National Museum

The Woodcircles Travelling Demonstrator has arrived in Tartu, Estonia, marking the first stop of its journey across Europe. Installed in front of the Estonian National Museum (ERM), the full-scale wooden structure brings the principles of circular construction to life and invites visitors to explore how buildings can be designed for reuse rather than demolition. The launch marks an important milestone for the project, bringing years of research, collaboration and innovation into a tangible experience that demonstrates how circular approaches can transform the future of timber construction.

Press & News releases
9 July 2026

The Woodcircles Travelling Demonstrator begins its journey

A new chapter is about to begin for Woodcircles. After months of planning, design, coordination and collaboration across the project, the Woodcircles Travelling Demonstrator is getting ready to start its journey across Europe.

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