Architects: Architects Co-Partnership
Project Engineers: Buro Happold
Timber Engineers: John Westmuckett, Parkman Ltd
Completed: 2003
Location: London, UK
Timber Suppliers: Cowley Structural Timber Work Ltd
Structural timberwork: Finnforest UK Ltd 
            

The dome was originally conceived with the structural frame separated from the deck. This looked good but resulted in some duplication. By fixing 33 mm Kerto ‘Q’ Laminated Veneer Lumber curved decking panels to the 140 mm x 140 mm Pine Glulam ribs, the structure was made more efficient. This produced significant economies complemented by the use of Cowley Connectors, which simplified the joints. The dome diameter is 18m x 14m radius. Decking panels are 450 wide ‘V’ groove jointed in single pieces from eaves to lantern. 176 pieces of curved Pine Glulam formed the ribs.