Plan Your Timber Frame House

Let us help you plan your timber frame house. We answer all your questions about buying land, timber options and where geographically is the best place to make the home of your dreams.

What You Need to Ask Your Timber Provider Before You Hire

Jeff and Stephanie Bowes of Canadian Timberframes share three topics to address before choosing a timber provider.

What is a Party Barn?

A symbol of American tradition, backyard barns have become the place to be for good old-fashioned fun!

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How to Design a Timber Frame Exterior

The exterior of your timber frame is just as important as the inside.

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Party Barns: How to Build the Ultimate Timber Frame Barn

A symbol of American tradition, backyard barns have become the place to be for good old-fashioned fun! Here’s what you need t...

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Your Guide to Designing a Timber Frame Barn Home

Barn-style homes are having a big moment in the sun. Check out these tips and trends to help you achieve that look in your timb...

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Are Geothermal Heat Systems Efficient?

Are geothermal heat systems really as efficient and cost effective as you think?

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Why Air-Dried Timbers Will Save You Energy

Letting nature run its course on your timbers can help preserve energy and money at the cost of time and planning.

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Are Exotic Hardwoods Worth the Cost?

For our home's exterior spaces, we're consider exotic hardwood decking. What are the benefits of exotic hardwoods, and are they...

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3 Ways to Create a Modern Rustic Timber Home

A rustic look on a timber home isn't always easy, but these three tips should help when planning your modern rustic timber home.

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Cut Energy Costs and Control Your Timber Home From Your Smartphone

New devices help monitor electricity use and cost and let consumers run their appliances from a smartphone.

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Is PEX Plastic Tubing Better than Copper?

Why plastic tubing is replacing copper water pipes in homes.

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How to Downsize into a Timber Frame

Moving into a smaller home frees you from the cost and time commitment that comes with more square footage. Here’s how one coup...

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5 Tips for Building a Timber Frame in Snow Country

Keep your home wonderful year-round with these tips to building a timber frame house in cold weather

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Design A Timber Frame Stairway That Blends Design + Function

Create and build your stairway to complement your home's design and function

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The Virginia Timber Frame That Blends Beauty & Nature

4 Floor Plan Mistakes and Easy Fixes

Four design experts share common design mistakes and how to avoid making them in the first place.

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Climate Considerations: How to Design a Floor Plan for the Weather

Similar to when you're purchasing a property, designing for one is still all about location, location, location.

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What Designers Wished You Knew Before Building

Have you ever wished you had the inside scoop on what designers wished their clients knew before planning a custom home?

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We Answer The Common Questions + Myths about Hybrid Homes

Davis Frame Co. co-founder and president Jeff Davis answers questions often asked about building a hybrid home.

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What is a Hybrid Home?

Mixed materials bring new meaning to the term "hybrid home".

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Simple Additions on Your Timber Home

Need more space? Adding on to your timber home can save you dollars — and make a lot of sense.

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