JOURNAL ARTICLE

EARTHQUAKE-RESISTANT INDUSTRIAL WOODEN HOUSING IN TURKEY.

  • Published In: Vocational Education, 2025, v. 27, n. 5/6. P. 219 1 of 3

  • Database: Education Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Plekhanova, Anastasiia; Erdoğan, Nevnihal 3 of 3

Abstract

Since the 1500s, Turkey has experienced over twenty earthquakes exceeding magnitude 7.0. The 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquake, affecting 11 provinces and causing tens of thousands of deaths, stands as one of the century’s most devastating disasters. This tragedy renewed attention to the seismic resistance of building structures and materials. Wood, with its lightweight, flexible, and durable nature, offers strong potential for safe housing in seismic regions. Integrating industrial timber with modern construction techniques enables earthquake-resistant, sustainable, and environmentally responsible housing solutions. This study examines the technical properties of industrial timber and explores its application in contemporary residential systems, highlighting the first industrial timber housing project implemented in a seismic region of Turkey. By providing both theoretical insights and practical examples, it aims to support the wider adoption of timber construction and contribute to resilient, sustainable housing development in earthquake-prone regions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Additional Information

  • Source:Vocational Education. 2025/09, Vol. 27, Issue 5/6, p219
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:1314555X
  • DOI:10.53656/voc25-5-6-01
  • Accession Number:191278150
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