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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.

6 Farmhouse Decor Items We Love
You don’t have to live in the country to reap the benefits of farm-inspired home decor. Whether you’re looking for one signature piece or to transform a room, unearth some inspiration from this crop of fabulous finds.
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The Ultimate Guide to the Different Types of Trusses for Timber Frame Homes
In truss systems, engineering and art intersect, creating the open-concept designs that today’s buyers seek. But more importantly…
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Free Resources & Events
Information and inspiration all in one place for your log, timber and hybrid home living needs.
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How to Make a Little Kitchen Have a Big Impact
No matter your square footage, here are a few ideas for kitchen space savers.
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The Reason For Half-Baths
Half-baths shouldn't be ignored in your timber frame home; they serve a purpose. Make them stand out with tips from an expert.
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Creating a Budget-Friendly Bath in Your Timber Frame Home
Creating an amazing, budget-friendly bath has never been easier. Here are five tips to get you started.
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The Best Primary Bath for Your Timber Frame Home
Five tips to create the ultimate best primary bathroom in your timber frame home.
The Benefits of Building a Hybrid Timber Frame Home
The Benefits of Building a Hybrid Timber Frame Home
Whether you want an eclectic look or a way to keep the budget in check, a hybrid timber home offers a variety of advantages.
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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.
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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.
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5 Timber Frame Farmhouse Kitchens
The kitchen. It’s the hottest room in the house, so it deserves your full attention. Use our gallery of gorgeous timber frame far…
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How to Develop a Landscape Plan
To make the best use of your timber home's property, start with our easy 3-step process.
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5 Ways to Incorporate Reclaimed Materials Into Your Home
Here are a few of our favorite options on how to use reclaimed materials in your timber frame.
Why Air-Dried Timbers Will Save You Energy
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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Say Goodbye to the Kitchen Triangle
Traditional kitchen design ideas move aside to make way for new techniques that increase efficiency and make better use of space.
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Are Exotic Hardwoods Worth the Cost?
What are the benefits of exotic hardwoods for exterior spaces, and are they worth the cost?
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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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4 Unique Timber-Frame Traditions
In the timber-frame construction process, there are a few steps and traditions not found in conventional home building, and they're all part of the charm and history of the timber-framing craft.
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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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Incorporate Artistic Tiles in Your Timber Home Bathroom
Takes these tips on choosing a bathroom tile that will create a unique flair in your home.
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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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Tips for Making Your Small Timber Home Multifunctional
Multitasking rooms help make small timber homes appear larger.
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4 Classic Wood Pieces You'll Keep Forever
The trend in furnishings is to spend wisely on wood and neutral-toned pieces that will last a long time and won’t soon go out of style.
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Benefits of a Pier Foundation
Learn about the uses of a pier-and-beam, or pier foundation, and the pros and cons to building this construction style.
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10 Timber Frame Kitchen Cabinet Styles
Understand timber frame cabinet styles to make the best decision for your kitchen.
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What is a Solar Tube?
Solar tubes — also known as sun tubes or tubular skylights — can help to permanently light your home without using extra energy o…
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How One Couple Made Downsizing Work for Them
Moving into a smaller home frees you from the cost and time commitment that comes with more square footage. See how this family t…
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8 Design Elements for a Comfortable Timber Frame
No matter the size of your home, be sure to leave room for these 8 design elements that will make your timber home comfortable and functional.

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