Kimberley Baber

Kimberley Baber is an Associate Professor at Bond University's Faculty of Society & Design, specializing in architectural design and fabrication in timber. Her research focuses on sustainable timber construction, including mass timber structures, roundwood utilization, and digital design strategies. She holds a Ph.D. equivalent M.Phil from the University of Queensland (2012) and a first-class B.Arch (Hons 1) from the same institution (2001).

• Education:
  • M.Phil, University of Queensland (2012)
  • B.Arch (Hons 1), University of Queensland (2001)
  • B.Des St, University of Queensland (1997)

Her research explores material efficiency in timber structures, particularly through:

• Innovative design approaches for mass timber housing and civic buildings
• Historical and contemporary applications of roundwood in structural systems
• Integration of digital design tools with physical fabrication
• Moisture management in mass timber structures
• Optimization of underutilized timber resources
• Interdisciplinary collaboration with engineering disciplines

Recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate expertise in:

• Engineered timber systems for sustainable construction
• Parametric design methodologies
• Material performance in diverse building typologies
• Environmental impact reduction through design

She actively engages in professional development initiatives, including assessment practices in higher education.