Timber Home Exterior Design
Browse our collection of timber home exterior design ideas, including advice on window treatments, landscaping, chimneys, timber home roofing, porches, decks, outdoor kitchen designs, and more.
This ADU is an Entertainer's Delight
With a blend of thoughtful design and exceptional, local materials, a visionary team transforms a Pennsylvania pool house into a backyard destination.
Planting Living Fences at Your Timber Home
Can’t decide how to define your property line? Bordering your yard with trees and shrubbery can enhance privacy while remaining w…
Where's the Fire?: Outdoor Ovens
Grilling isn’t the only backyard-cooking game in town. Installing an outdoor oven will kick your al fresco food prep up a notch.
Easy Set-and-Forget Landscaping Tips
When you’d rather relax in your yard than work on it, planning is key.
Extend Your Garden's Beauty With Layered Landscaping
Unlock the art of layering and create a garden that’s both eye-catching and long-lasting.
No-Fail Gardening Tips for Success
For gardening success, follow these three top tips for planning, planting and growing at your home.
Scale and Shape: The Secrets to Landscaping Success
Choose plants that are the right scale and shape for your log or timber home landscape.
Timber-Frame Gazebo Inspiration
A well-designed timber-frame gazebo provides a flexible outdoor living space perfect for a range of gatherings.
Where to Place Your Chimney
What are the pros and cons for an interior versus an exterior chimney? We’re working on a limited budget and need to build someth…
How to Design a Functional Outdoor Area
Just a few extra elements will turn an ordinary patch of grass into a relaxing backyard retreat and outdoor area.
The 3 Key Components of Yard Design
A well-designed yard is broken up into three areas. Here's what they are and how best to use them.
How to Develop a Landscape Plan
To make the best use of your timber home's property, start with our easy 3-step process.
What Window Treatments to Apply to Large Timber Frame Windows
Have huge windows in your great room? Here's what window treatments to use for your large timber frame windows.
How to Build Your Timber House for Vacation + Retirement
You'll want to think about how you'll maintain your timber home for vacation and retirement as you age.
3 Ways to Style a Classic Timber Home Porch
3 ways to make the most of a classic timber home porch space
7 Low-Maintenance Landscaping Tips
Love the look of a well-maintained yard but hate all the work that it requires? Here are some low-maintenance landscaping tips!
Barn Home Style
This short Q&A with top timber frame experts explains why the charming and classic barn style home is now more popular and modern…
Proof There's Nothing More Enchanting Than a Snow-Covered Timber Home
These cozy timber homes will have even the most dedicated snowbirds dreaming of a winter wonderland. Enjoy!
Increase Your Timber Home's Curb Appeal
Timber accents on your home’s exterior pump up its curb appeal and offer visual clues to the symphony of wood inside
Incorporating Farmhouse Style
Vintage appeal meets modern design in a home style that has stood the test of time.
Choosing Windows For a Timber Home
Our go-to guide for choosing the best windows for your timber home.
Outdoor Fire Pit Setup Done Right
Key considerations in designing the perfect fire-fueled al fresco arrangement.
4 Tips to Good Outdoor Lighting
Brighten your outdoor areas with stylish yet practical lighting options.
Tips for Creating Your Best Outdoor Fireplace
Learn how to design the ultimate outdoor fireplace to be enjoyed year-round.
Windows & Doors: Boosting Energy Efficiency
The right windows and doors will go a long way toward boosting your home’s energy efficiency and comfort.
7 Factors for Successful Deck Design
From conception to construction, build a fantastic deck that’s functional, too.
How to Maximize Space in Your Timber Home Plan
Are you already dreaming of family holidays and friend-filled dinner parties in your new timber home? Here’s how to make sure you…
4 Steps to Building an Outdoor Kitchen
Building an outdoor kitchen is a fantastic way to expand your home's capacity for entertaining. When planning on adding an outdoo…