Candour delivered precision timber façades for The Forest, combining CNC fabrication, modular assembly, and durable finishes.

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Australian architecture continues to embrace the possibilities of intricate timber façades and precision prefabrication.

On the University of Tasmania’s The Forest redevelopment, Candour translated complex designs into high-performance, buildable outcomes, leveraging CNC fabrication, modular assembly, and advanced timber treatments to realise one of Tasmania’s most technically ambitious adaptive reuse projects.

For The Forest, Candour’s contribution was key to achieving the project’s signature organic aesthetic. Candour’s scope ranged from mass timber façades to external fins with finishes that ensured both visual performance and long-term durability in the Tasmanian climate.

“We focus on complex timber design and fabrication, using our architectural prefabrication platform to efficiently deliver high-end outcomes,” explained Founder and CEO, Jas Johnston. “We CNC machined the Masslam façade and exterior fins, factory-applied a premium timber finish, and provided H3 treatment for all external fins.”

“The scale of this project pushed us to develop new quality control and part management processes to ensure an accurate and high-quality outcome,” Jas said. These improvements have now become part of Candour’s operational backbone, strengthening their capacity for future large-scale work.

Currently, Candour is applying the same innovative thinking to major projects across sectors, including the North East Link Motorway Control Centre and a range of architectural prefabricated homes, further showcasing the versatility of their advanced timber fabrication capabilities.

With a combination of digital precision, material knowledge, and a commitment to architectural excellence, Candour continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in timber fabrication—one meticulously crafted project at a time.

For more information contact Candour, 9 Sara Grove, Tottenham VIC 3012, phone 0402 823 549, email hello@candour.cc, website www.candour.cc