Plan, Design & Build
Get planning and building tips for timber home construction, including info on budgeting, eco-friendly building advice, siting your home, interior & exterior design elements, and more.
Join a structural engineer and a timber framer for a conversation about the evolution of the craft over 400 years. Tools, species, framing practices, and engineering for durability and design will be discussed.
Building a timber home calls for some serious decision-making. To help you make the most informed decision possible, we chatted w…
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Stop dirt, sand, and more at the door.
The mantel is the perfect place to showcase your style and make a statement.
Where does function overrule form here?
Figure out what kind of custom home you should build.
Learn from the experts at Timbercraft with their series of webinars and articles.
From outdoor kitchens to cozy fire pits, these timber frame houses embrace the best in outdoor living.
Does the home of your dreams have a gorgeous water view? Today’s products and materials can make waterfront living a showcase of …
Want to boost your sense of well-being and happiness? Build your timber home along a body of water.
When it comes to designing a foyer that welcomes, it’s all about form meeting function.
Use these ideas to take your home's ceiling from dull to dynamite.
This rustic kitchen mixes it up with two sinks, a generously sized kitchen island, and a variety of natural and reclaimed wood.
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Staircases, often taken for granted, can be one of the most important architectural elements in your home.
Must-have tips for planning the ultimate gathering spot.
“Luxury” doesn’t have to break the bank. Add some glam to your home with these glitzy finds.
These 3 basics will make your timber home even greener, and hopefully save you some money too.
It’s not only the wood that makes people fall in love with timber frames — it’s their natural sustainability.
Keep your home’s interior fresh and fit with these six hints for cleaner indoor living.
What goes on behind your four walls requires a lot of planning. Here’s how to get your systems straight.
Whoever builds the home, the best qualifications are that the person provide reliable, qualified subcontractors and that you feel…
Use this handy illustration as a guide to timber frame terminology:
Use this syllabus to better understand what to expect from the process of building your dream timber frame home. While it may be …
A short and sweet list to help you walk through this big decision.
Scouting your property early in the process can uncover hidden costs and design challenges. Here’s how to prepare.
Architects design homes. So do designers. What’s the difference, and how do you choose?
While it’s no secret that a stock plan will cost less up front, a well thought-out custom design may be cheaper in the long run. …
Some intro terminology to get you going with your timber home research and planning
