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What do seven dwarfs, three little pigs, and one granny have in common? They all lived in a timber frame cottage. Although you may not envision your next home as something directly from a storybook, there are a lot of reasons to get excited about living in a cottage. Timber frame cottage designs tend to
Tips for Designing a Timber Frame Home for Retirement: Single Levels and Universal Design It is not a secret that moving around gets a bit harder as we get older. If you are building a timber frame home in which to spend your retirement, whether you plan to retire tomorrow or in twenty years, forethought
Mountain style timber frame homes perfectly blend into North America’s many landscapes. This is because the architectural style reflects the rustic landscapes of the mountains themselves. From the Canadian Rockies to the Appalachians of America, these Mountain style homes also include stunning elements and uncommon beauty. Therefore, it’s easy to take advantage of views, capitalize
Throughout the years, television and movies have romanticized the look of European style architecture. The style first became popular in North America in the 1920s and 1930s, and remains a mainstream motif for new homes, including timber frame homes, today. History of European Style Architecture After World War I, soldiers stationed in Europe returned and
Exposed beams, detailed posts, and timber trusses. These are the hallmarks of Craftsman architecture that have forever tied it to modern timber frame homes. Since its inception, the architectural style, known for functional floor plans and ornate handcrafted touches, has remained popular. History of Craftsman Architecture Craftsman architecture has its origins in the Arts and
A ‘Construction-side’ Chat Riverbend recently had a few moments to catch up with Kerri of Saskatchewan, whose Riverbend timber frame cabin home is currently being raised on a lake outside of St. Walburg. Read below to see what inspired her waterfront-style home and how construction is going so far. Riverbend Timber Framing (RTF): Why are
Should you convert an old barn or build a new barn-style home? The beauty and legacy that is seen in conventional timber framing began as a natural building choice for barns. Even today, some of the oldest buildings standing, many still in-use, are classic timber frame barn structures. So, what is it about a timber
Riverbend’s team spends a lot of time drawing, reviewing, and reading timber frame floor plans. For most of you, however, even if pursuing building a traditional timber frame home, it’s unlikely you’ve reviewed design concepts that include timber posts and truss work. While you don’t need to be an expert in reading floor plans, it
For centuries, people have chosen timber framing as their preferred building style. This is because of its traditional beauty, durability, and overall visual impact. If you are planning to build, you might know from day one that you want to have a timber frame home, but how do you go about finding the right company
When you make the decision to build a custom timber frame home, there are several things you will need to prepare for before getting started; one of those things may seem daunting: building codes. Before you begin the actual construction of your home, there are building codes you will need to comply with. Here, we
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