Elsewhere , visible wood in escape routes and internal walls in the main staircase and elevators will be coated with fire retardant paint and the whole building will be sprinkled .
Ultimately , there can be little doubt that the official unveiling of Mjøstårnet will represent a record-breaking feat of ingenuity and sustainability . Whether or not the industry as a whole embraces the viability of major , woodbased structures as a realistic alternative , is to be seen .
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