Riverbend offers two distinct floor plan collections to choose from. You can select from our PerfectFit® or Riverbend Signature Series.
Riverbend offers two distinct floor plan collections to choose from. You can select from our PerfectFit® or Riverbend Signature Series.
PerfectFit® plans are created for homeowners who value an efficient, well-defined path to building while still enjoying the warmth and character timber brings to a home.
These designs incorporate timber elements in intentional, high-impact areas to create the unmistakable feel of timber frame architecture without requiring an extended design phase. Because the plans are already developed, you’re able to move confidently from selection into construction preparation with fewer early decisions.
PerfectFit® is ideal for those who want a beautifully designed timber style home, a predictable process, and a quicker path from concept to completion — all while maintaining exceptional energy performance and architectural appeal.
The Riverbend Signature Series is for homeowners who want timber framing to play a leading role in the architecture of their home.
These designs feature a greater presence of exposed structural timber throughout the living spaces, creating a bold architectural statement and a deeper expression of timber craftsmanship. Starting with a proven design concept, you have the flexibility to personalize the layout and details while preserving the integrity of the original vision.
Signature Series homes follow the same Riverbend process as PerfectFit®, but the design reflects a more extensive use of timber to shape the home’s character and visual impact.No matter which path you choose, you can be confident that our Riverbend team will bring your vision to life. Learn more below.
Before you are ready to start the process of choosing your timber home design, there are some important factors for you to consider such as finding that perfect piece of land and determining when you want to build your dream home and, of course, how you intend to finance it. Here are some things to consider as you narrow down scalable timber frame home designs:
It’s important to know how much you’re willing to spend when moving forward with your home. For customizable timber frame home plans, the overall costs can vary depending on the location, size, design complexity, and other factors. You’ll also need to consider other expenses, such as interior furnishings, when preparing your home building budget. Our sales team will walk you through approximate costs to build in your local area.
Building a custom home starts with acquiring a special piece of land to build on. Whether it’s on a lake, in the mountains, or in the prairies, our design team will ensure your home is a special place for your family to enjoy.
When searching for land, here are some factors that you may want to consider when starting your timber frame home designs.
Once you’ve created a budget and found the perfect piece of land, you’re ready to choose the ideal floor plan. Many of our clients find this process to be the most enjoyable project step. With so many plans to choose from, it’s easy to find one that fits your lifestyle needs.
When comparing ready-to-build timber frame homes, it’s important to look beyond square footage and evaluate how different timber frame floor plans support your daily routine. Consider how open-concept living areas, bedroom placement, and multi-use spaces align with your lifestyle, as well as how window positioning and timber frame design elements enhance natural light and energy efficiency. Many homeowners also explore how customizable timber frame home plans can be adapted over time—whether for remote work, hosting guests, or long-term flexibility—so the floor plan you choose continues to meet your needs well into the future.
Contact your Client Representative to discuss your project goals and get an estimate on our quick-build home plans. We will also discuss your overall building budget and which of our construction services is the best fit for your needs.
Once you have selected your plan—whether from the PerfectFit® Series or the Signature Series—and chosen your preferred construction solution, you will move forward with your Riverbend contract and enter the preconstruction phase.
For PerfectFit® homes, this step typically follows a faster decision-making process, as the floor plan has already been established. For Signature Series homes, this phase may include additional design refinement and customization before final construction drawings are completed.
The scope of the preconstruction phase varies slightly depending on your chosen design path. PerfectFit® homes move quickly into construction drawings with minimal revisions, while Signature Series homes may include additional architectural adjustments and detailing to fully customize the design before engineering begins.
The preconstruction process involves creating the engineered construction drawings for your home, acquiring the materials, and cutting your timbers and your pre-fabricated structural insulated panels (SIPs).
The Riverbend design team will create the construction drawings for your timber home. Our manufacturing team will use these drawings to fabricate the timbers and SIPs. Then, your builder will use them during the construction of your home.
During this phase, the following steps also occur:
Manufacturing starts with Riverbend’s fabrication of your timber frame and structural insulated panels (SIPs) on our proprietary CNC machinery. The CNC creates precise cuts that ensure builders a quick and easy installation when the material arrives.
During the manufacturing phase:
Meanwhile, at your build site, you and your general contractor will:
Your builder is now ready to begin the construction of your timber frame home. We’ll supply all the timber frame home designs for construction and the materials to the builder, plus provide technical assistance for the timber and SIPs.
Do you have questions about our PerfectFit® or Riverbend Signature Series? Take the next step and contact us to set up a consultation with one of our knowledgeable client representatives. Use the link below to access our online form, or call us at 888.486.2363. We look forward to hearing from you!
Whether you’re looking for more information or would simply like to learn more about us and our services, don’t hesitate to contact us. Please follow the link below to access our online form or call us at 888.486.2363. We look forward to hearing from you.