Plan
Planning a timber frame home involves more than just the floor plan; here you'll find expert advice on everything you need to get started, including budgeting, buying land, choosing wood, specifying a timber frame style, and more.
4 Design Choices You Won’t Regret
How do you know which design decisions are best for your log or timber home and which are best to pass up? We share four faithf...
Materials That Enhance Life and Age Gracefully
Insights into choosing beautiful, sustainable materials from one of the fathers of modern timber framing.
The Virtual Log & Timber Home Show - Fall 2020
The Pros and Cons of Single-Story and Multi-Level Homes
Single-level ranch or multi-level manse: Which one suits your family? We weigh the pros and cons.
Design Tips for Ranch-Style Homes
This humble single-level staple gets a contemporary makeover.
Q&A: Design Options for Steep Slopes
What You Need to Know to Build Remote
Many people dream of building their “little house on the prairie.” Few know what it takes. With a little vision and a lot of pl...
Inside the Floor Plan for This Hillside Home
The owners of this North Carolina home were avid travelers, spanning the globe in search of new adventures ... until they saw t...
A Guide to Different Timber Home Architectural Styles
Trying to decide which style timber frame is right for your new home? The experts at Colorado Timberframe have a few pointers:
Spring & Summer Virtual Home Show
Join the ALL NEW 2020 Spring & Summer Virtual Home Show!
Why Farmhouse Style Is a Timeless Choice
Today’s hottest design trend — farmhouse style — is deeply rooted in the past.
How to Get the Luxury Look for Less
Get a posh interior without paying the price.
Tips to Make a Small Floor Plan Work
Five of our favorite pointers for small-space success:
The Timber Frame Way
Once you familiarize yourself with timber framing, you’ll start to see its influence everywhere. Here’s what you need to know.
9 Topics to Discuss With Timber Companies
Prospective home buyers are wise to inquire before they buy. Use the following nine questions to analyze if the company you’re ...
Designing a Floor Plan That "Flows"
Well-planned transitions will give your timber home a comfortable, livable vibe.
Protecting Your Timber Home (Inside and Out!) From Humidity
Six tips to keeping your timber home nice and dry, no matter your climate