How Much Does a Timber Frame House Cost?
How much do timber frame homes cost to build?Can I compare the cost to build different timber frame homes?How can I calculate the cost to build my dream home? These questions have undoubtedly crossed your mind if you are considering building an authentic timber frame home. You need facts and figures to plan your budget […]
Energy Efficient Vacation Homes
Even though you may not be at your vacation home for the majority of the year, energy bills will likely comprise a majority of the cost to maintain the home while you are away. Selecting energy efficient appliances, such as a refrigerator or LED exterior lighting, can help shave a few dollars off your monthly […]
Timber Frame Home Craftsmanship
Every timber frame home is reminiscent of yesteryear. Over the course of centuries, timber framing has evolved. Yet, one thing remains constant – craftsmanship. Let’s take a moment to learn about timber framing and and how it has changed over the centuries. Traditional Timber Frame Home Fabrication Fabrication, transforming a round log into a square timber, is […]
Love to Entertain? Add These Features To Your Layout
Having guests over for a party or a meal can bring much joy as well as many happy memories. However, it can also bring out, (or quickly remind you of), the ‘pain points’ of your current home’s floor plan. Does having a kitchen where everything everyone needs is somehow located in the same corner sound […]
Design Ideas for Large Family Homes
The dream of owning a timber frame home almost always includes a vision of making memories with your family. If you have a large family living under the same roof, creating space that accommodates everyone is always important. And, while it would be nice to build an enormous home for your family, budget typically dictates […]
Cottage Timber Frame Homes
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 […]
A Timber Frame Home for Forever
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 in 2018
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 […]
European Style Timber Frame Homes
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 […]
The History of Craftsman Style Homes
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 […]